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TPS officer charged

February 28, 2018, 8:15 am
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A Toronto Police Service officer has been arrested and charged.

Constable Jason Levesque, 44, with 11 years' service, is currently attached to 51 Division.

It is alleged that:

- on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, Constable Levesque was working with his partner

- at 11:34 p.m., they were dispatched on a radio call for a company alarm in the Yonge Street and Queens Quay East area

- there was information that two males were inside the construction site

- once on scene, Constable Levesque and his partner entered the construction site to do a search

- during the search, Constable Levesque discharged his firearm at a man, missing him and striking a construction shed

On Tuesday, February 27, 2018, Constable Jason Levesque was arrested and charged with:

1) Careless Use of a Firearm

He is scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, 11 a.m., room 111.


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12 Division's "Wanted Wednesday," Yeterbarak Woldemichael, 36

February 28, 2018, 8:29 am
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This is the latest instalment of 12 Division's "Wanted Wednesday." We are requesting assistance locating Yeterbarak Woldemichael, 36, of Toronto.

He is wanted on a warrant for:

1) Robbery with Violence
2) Assault with Intent to Steal
3) Uttering Threats
4) Mischief to Property Under $5000

His photograph has been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For further information, please visit our 12 Division TPS website and Facebook.


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Missing man, Sentinel Road and Sheppard Avenue West area, Vincenzo Di Maria, 79

February 27, 2018, 3:26 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing man.

Vincenzo De Maria, 79, was last seen on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at 8 a.m., in the Sentinel Road and Sheppard Avenue West area.

He is described as 5’5”, 165 lbs., medium build, salt/pepper hair. He was last seen wearing a black knee-length coat, brown slacks, black shoes, beige/blue polo shirt, brown/beige cardigan.

He may be driving a 2008 silver Chevrolet Malibu with Ontario licence plate CBXM 256.

Police are concerned for his safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Missing man located, Sentinel Road and Sheppard Avenue West area, Vincenzo Di Maria, 79

February 28, 2018, 4:38 am
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Missing woman, Warden Avenue and Lawrence Avenue East area, Glenda-Jane Steepe, 55

February 28, 2018, 10:49 am
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The Toronto Police Service is seeking assistance locating a missing woman.

Glenda-Jane Steepe, 55, was last seen on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at 11 a.m., in the Warden Avenue and Lawrence Avenue East area.

She is described as 5’4”, heavy build, short grey hair.

She was last seen driving a 2008 silver Dodge vehicle, with Ontario licence plate BDRF 334.

Police are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Fatal collision #10/2018, 3230 Bayview Avenue

February 28, 2018, 12:23 pm
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On Saturday, February 17, 2018, at 6:17 a.m., police received a call for a personal injury collision at 3230 Bayview Avenue.

It is reported that:

- on Friday, February 16, 2018, at 11:19 p.m., a man, 45, was driving a 2002 Honda Odyssey at a high rate of speed, westbound in a parking lot at 3230 Bayview Avenue

- the vehicle subsequently struck the building at 3230 Bayview Avenue and came to a stop

- a passerby located the vehicle and driver the following morning and called for emergency personnel

- officers arrived on scene and located the driver and vehicle

The driver had received life-threatening injuries and was pronounced at the scene.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1900, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Homicide #8/2018, Terrance Coughlin, 59, Update, Curtis Ashley Wheatley, 35, arrested, Charged with First-Degree Murder

February 28, 2018, 3:04 pm
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The Toronto Police Service would like to advise the public of an arrest in a Homicide investigation.

It is alleged that:

- on Monday, February 26, 2018, at 11:57 p.m., police responded to reports that a man was being assaulted by another man in the Bathurst Street and St. Clair Avenue West area.

- officers arrived on scene and located a man with obvious trauma

- he was taken to hospital where he succumbed to his injuries, and was pronounced

See previous release.

On Wednesday, February 28, 2018, during the afternoon, TPS Homicide officers arrested Curtis Ashley Wheatley, 35, of Toronto.

He has been charged with:

1) First-Degree Murder

He is scheduled to appear in court at 1000 Finch Avenue West on Thursday, March 1, 2018, 10 a.m., courtroom 306.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Thursday, March 1, 2018 Fraud Prevention Month #FPM2018

March 1, 2018, 2:59 am
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March is Fraud Prevention Month. The goal is for Canadians to Recognize, Reject and Report Fraud. Reduce Fraud by Increasing Fraud Awareness. Fraud Prevention Month is spearheaded by the Competition Bureau of Canada.

Throughout March 2018, Toronto Police Service Financial Crimes and its partners will be running a special four-week #Fraudchat series which provides the opportunity to engage Canadians with information to prevent them from becoming victims.

No demographic is immune to fraud, regardless of age, education or background. Fraud is a growing problem that affects everyone. Canadians need to educate themselves about the various types of fraud so they can avoid becoming victims.

About #Fraudchat

#Fraudchat is an online Twitter program that seeks to educate and exchange ideas with the public about financial crimes and fraud. The moderators for this program are Gail Regan (@ReganFCU), and Diane Kelly (@DKellyFCU) of TPS Financial Crimes, along with the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (@Canantifraud).

Upcoming #Fraudchats for March 2018 (#FPM2018)

- March 8, 2018 – CRA tax scams
- March 15, 2018 - Investment scams
- March 22, 2018 - Scams targeting seniors
- March 29, 2018 - eight-hour Fraud-A-Thon

For more information about #Fraudchat, please contact TPS Financial Crimes at 416-808-7300.


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Fatal collision #13/2018, Canongate Trail at Ockwell Manor Drive

March 1, 2018, 9:45 am
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On Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at 3:30 p.m., police received a call for a personal injury collision at Canongate Trail near Ockwell Manor Drive.

It is reported that:

- a man, 75, was driving a 1998 Toyota Sienna northbound on Canongate Trail

- a boy, 11, was attempting to cross Canongate Trail

- the boy was struck by the vehicle as he attempted to cross the road

The boy received life-threatening injuries and was pronounced at hospital.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1900, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Boy, 17, arrested for Attempt Murder, Coxwell Avenue and Cosburn Avenue area

March 1, 2018, 9:59 am
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On Wednesday, February 28, 2018, at 3:17 p.m, the Toronto Police Service responded to a radio call for a stabbing in the vicinity of Coxwell Avenue and Cosburn Avenue .

It is alleged that:

- two boys arrived in the area of Coxwell Avenue and Cosburn Avenue looking for a 16-year-old boy

- they located the 16-year-old boy in a nearby bus stop and repeatedly stabbed him

- witnesses came to the aid of the boy and other two boys fled

- the 16-year-old boy was rushed to hospital via emergency run

On Wednesday, February 28, 2018, a 17-year-old boy was arrested. He has been charged with:

1) Attempt Murder

He is scheduled to appear in court at 311 Jarvis Street, on Thursday, March 1, 2018, room #1.

He cannot be named under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

One boy is still outstanding.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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31 Division's "Takedown Thursday," Reuel Bryan, 20

March 1, 2018, 10:54 am
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This is the latest instalment of 31 Division’s “Takedown Thursday.” We are requesting assistance locating Reuel Bryan, 20, of Toronto.

He is wanted on multiple warrants for:

1) Theft Under
2) six counts of Fail to comply Probation
3) Fail to comply Recognizance
4) Possession of a weapon
5) Criminal Harassment
6) Assault with a weapon

His photograph has been released.

For further information, please visit our 31 Division Facebook page and the TPS 31 Division web page at www.torontopolice.on.ca

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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33 Division's "Wanted Person of the Week," Brian Gamble, 49

March 1, 2018, 11:08 am
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The 33 Division Warrant office is requesting assistance locating Brian Gamble, 49, of Toronto.

He is wanted for:

1) Threaten Death
2) two Counts Breach of Probation

He is described as 5'7", 180 lbs., blue eyes, brown hair.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Missing woman update, Warden Avenue and Lawrence Avenue East area, Glenda-Jean Steepe, 55, Name correction, clothing description and vehicle update

March 1, 2018, 12:20 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is seeking assistance locating a missing woman.

Glenda-Jean Steepe, 55, was last seen on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at 11 a.m., in the Warden Avenue and Lawrence Avenue East area.

She is described as 5’4”, heavy build, short grey hair. She was last seen wearing a red jacket and driving a 2008 silver Dodge Avenger with Ontario licence plate BDRF 334.

See previous release.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Missing man, Gloucester Street and Yonge Street area Willard Duval, 75

March 1, 2018, 12:32 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing man.

Willard Duval, 75, was last seen in December 2017 in the Gloucester Street and Yonge Street area.

He is described as 6’, long black hair, brown eyes.

Police are concerned for his safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Missing boy, Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue West area, Misha Danilov, 16

March 1, 2018, 12:46 pm
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The Toronto Police Service requests assistance locating a missing boy.

Misha Danilov, 16, was last seen on Thursday, March 1, 2018, at 8:45 a.m., in the Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue West area.

He is described as 5’6", medium build, short straight blonde hair, blue eyes. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, black Armani leather jacket, black running shoes.

Police are concerned for his safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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23 Division's "Find Them Fridays," Mark Anthony Roberts, 51

March 2, 2018, 3:28 am
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The 23 Division Warrant office is seeking assistance locating Mark Anthony Roberts, 51, of Toronto.

He is wanted for:

1) two counts of Assault with a Weapon
2) Weapons Dangerous
3) Fail to Comply Recognizance.

He is described as 5'9", 176 lbs., short black curly hair, brown eyes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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14 Division's "Fugitive Friday," Kerry Slaney, 41

March 2, 2018, 4:08 am
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This is the latest instalment of 14 Division's "Fugitive Friday." We are looking for Kerry Slaney, 41, of Toronto.

He is wanted on a warrant for:

1) ten counts Break-and-Enter & Commit
2) seven counts FTC With Recognizance
3) eight counts FTC With Probation Order
4) three counts Theft Under $5000
5) Assault With Intent To Resist Arrest
6) four counts Mischief Under $5000
7) three counts Possession Of Property Obtained By Crime Under $5000
8) Fail To Attend Court

He is described as 5'10", 170 lbs., brown hair, blue eyes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Missing woman update, Warden Avenue and Eglinton Avenue East area, Glenda-Jean Steepe, 55 New photos and clothing description

March 2, 2018, 9:03 am
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The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public's assistance locating a missing woman.

Glenda-Jean Steepe, 55, was last seen on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at 12:30 p.m, in the Warden Avenue and Eglinton Avenue East area.

She is described as 5’4”, heavy build, with short grey hair. She was last seen wearing a black top, blue and white cardigan, blue jeans, grey and white sneakers, and carrying a large red purse. She was driving a 2008 silver Dodge Avenger with Ontario licence plate BDRF 334.

See previous release.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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32 Division's "Wanted Person of the Week," Bryne Earle, 32

March 2, 2018, 10:11 am
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The 32 Division Warrant office is requesting assistance locating Bryne Earle, 32, of Toronto.

He is wanted for:

1) Assault with a Weapon
2) Dangerous Driving
3) Fail to Stop for Police

He is described as 5'11", 166 lbs.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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