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Homicide #36/2018, Matthew Staikos, 37, Update, Investigators release security camera video and images and suspect description

June 1, 2018, 1:12 pm
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On Monday, May 28, 2018, at 11:30 p.m., police responded to a call for a shooting in the Bay Street and Yorkville Avenue area.

Police arrived on scene and located a man with obvious signs of trauma. He was pronounced at the scene.

The victim has been identified as Matthew Staikos, 37, of Toronto.

See previous release.

On Friday, June 1, 2018, Homicide Detective Omar Khan updated the media on the investigation.

The news conference can be viewed on YouTube.

Investigators describe the shooting suspect as black, mid-20s-to-late-30s, slim-to-medium build, 5'10", wearing dark clothing.

The suspect vehicle is described as a silver/gray, newer-model, four-door Mercedes-Benz sedan.

The security camera video of the suspect vehicle can be viewed on YouTube.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, 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, Lansdowne Avenue and Bloor Street West area, Dominic Kardasiewicz, 33

June 3, 2018, 6:44 am
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Missing man, Rexdale Boulevard and Highway 427 area, Jammar Allison, 25

June 2, 2018, 9:32 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing man.

Jammar Allison, 25, was last seen on Friday, June 1, 2018, at 10 p.m., in the Rexdale Boulevard and Highway 427 area.

He is described as 6’, thin build, last seen wearing pink shorts, black T-shirt.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, 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, Rexdale Boulevard and Highway 427 area, Jammar Allison, 25, Update, New information indicates man was abducted

June 3, 2018, 8:18 am
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The Toronto Police Service is seeking assistance with an Abduction investigation that was originally reported as a missing man.

It was reported that:

- Jammar Allison, 25, was last seen on Friday, June 1, 2018, at 10 p.m., in the Rexdale Boulevard and Highway 427 area

See previous release.

Investigators believe, on the basis of new information, that:

- he was last seen being escorted into a dark Caravan with tinted windows

He is described as 6’, thin build, last seen wearing pink shorts, black T-shirt.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, 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 #33/2018, Rhoderie Estrada, 41, Media advisory, Sunday, June 3, 2018, 6 p.m., Media gallery, headquarters, News conference, Arrest and charge announced

June 3, 2018, 1:54 pm
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On Sunday, June 3, 2018, at 6 p.m., in the media gallery at headquarters, Homicide Detective Sergeant Mike Carbone will update the media on the investigation into Homicide #33/2018.

See previous release.

Detective Sergeant Carbone will announce an arrest and charge.

The news conference will be available on TOC and will be live-streamed. The live-stream link will follow.


Please note that, for the safety of employees and visitors, all persons entering Toronto Police Service headquarters must go through security screening. You are not required to submit to screening. You may leave at any time but, if you do not consent to this screening, you will be denied entry. Thank you for your cooperation.


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Homicide #33/2018, Rhoderie Estrada, 41, Update, Yostin Murillo, 22, arrested, charged with First-Degree Murder

June 3, 2018, 3:28 pm
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The Toronto Police Service would like to advise the public of an arrest in the investigation into Homicide #33/2018.

On Saturday, May 26, 2018, at approximately 2:15 a.m., officers responded to a 9-1-1 call at a home in the O'Connor Drive and Pape Avenue area.

See previous release.

On Sunday, June 3, 2018, Yostin Murillo, 22, of no fixed address, was arrested. He has been charged with:

1) First-Degree Murder

He is scheduled to appear in court at 1000 Finch Avenue West on Monday, June 4, 2018, 10 a.m.

To see the news conference today at which Homicide Detective Sergeant Mike Carbone announced the arrest and charge, click here.

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, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, 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, Lawrence Avenue East and Galloway Road area, Jennifer Cruz, 30

June 4, 2018, 5:55 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing woman.

Jennifer Cruz, 30, was last seen on Sunday, June 3, 2018, at 7:30 p.m. in the Lawrence Avenue East and Galloway Road area.

She is described as approximately 5'5", 145 lbs., long black hair. She was last seen wearing a long-sleeve black shirt, jeans, running shoes.

Police are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, 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, Ossington Avenue and Bloor Street West area, Eric Marchis, 38

June 4, 2018, 6:22 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing man.

Eric Marchis, 38, was last seen on Saturday, May 19, 2018, at 6:35 p.m. in the Ossington Avenue and Bloor Street West area.

He is described as 5’9", thin build, blonde hair, hazel eyes.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, 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, Queen Street West and Ossington Avenue area, Ginger Leuschner, 33

June 4, 2018, 7:33 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing woman.

Ginger Leuschner, 33, was last seen on Friday, June 1, 2018, at 9 a.m., in the Queen Street West and Ossington Avenue area.

She is described as 5’7”, 190 lbs., short dark-brown hair, green eyes. She was last seen wearing a grey T-shirt, red yoga pants, white runners.

Police are concerned for her safety.

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, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, 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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Police request assistance with shooting investigation, Allen Road and Highway 401 area

June 4, 2018, 9:19 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance identifying the vehicle and the suspect involved in a shooting investigation.

On Friday, May 18, 2018, at 4:15 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the Allen Road and Highway 401 area.

It is reported that:

- a black vehicle pulled up next to the victim

- approximately five shots were fired from within the vehicle, with two striking the victim

- he was rushed to hospital

There is no description of the suspect.

The suspect vehicle is described as possibly a 2013/2014 black Honda Civic sedan with tinted windows.

If the vehicle is located, do not approach. The operator is considered armed, violent and extremely dangerous. Call 9-1-1 immediately.

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, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, 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 girl, Oakwood Avenue and Rogers Road area, Lupeolo McArthur, 14

June 4, 2018, 9:32 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing girl.

Lupeolo McArthur, 14, was last seen on Wednesday, May 23, 2018, at 9:30 a.m., in the Oakwood Avenue and Rogers Road area.

She is described as 6’, medium build, shoulder-length black hair. She was last seen wearing black leggings, black T-shirt, carrying a yellow backpack.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, 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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Traffic restrictions and security enhancements, Monday, June 4, 2018 - Sunday, June 10, 2018, 52 Division

June 4, 2018, 11:12 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of traffic restrictions and security enhancements for the week of Monday, June 4, 2018 to Sunday, June 10, 2018.

Tuesday, June 5, 2018, 7 p.m., Air Canada Centre – Concert
Tuesday, June 5, 2018, 8 p.m., Rogers Centre - Blue Jays vs. NYY
Wednesday, June 6, 2018, 7 p.m., Rogers Centre - Blue Jays vs. NYY
Thursday, June 7, 2018, 7 p.m., Rogers Centre - Blue Jays vs. Baltimore
Friday, June 8, 2018, 7 p.m., Rogers Centre - Blue Jays vs. Baltimore
Saturday, June 9, 2018, 1 p.m., Rogers Centre - Blue Jays vs. Baltimore
Sunday, June 10, 2018, 1 p.m., Rogers Centre - Blue Jays vs. Baltimore

With this in mind, the TPS is preparing to restrict access in and around the area of Bremner Street, from Spadina Avenue to York Street.

The area of the Rogers Centre will have controlled access with checkpoints managed by the Toronto Police Service. This is to ensure enhanced public safety while limiting the flow of vehicular traffic in the area.

For those using accessibility vehicles and other mobility-accessible services when attending the Air Canada Centre, Bay Street Gate 2 will be available.

For those attending the Rogers Centre, Rees Street, northbound, from Lake Shore Boulevard West will be used for accessibility vehicles and other mobility-accessible services. A staging area for those using accessibility services will be set up on Rees Street, at Bremner Boulevard, for gate 7 and off Blue Jays Way, in front of the Marriott Hotel, when entering through gate 13. Rees Street will also be available for those patrons parking at the Rogers Centre.

Police, in partnership with the Rogers Centre and Air Canada Centre, are encouraging people to use public transit or other carpool options.

The public may also notice other security measures in the surrounding area, including an increased police presence and/or the use of other public and private sector resources. While there is no imminent threat at this time, security issues are closely monitored and changes will be implemented as required.

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Project Safe Streets, 32 Division Traffic Initiative, Initial enforcement results

June 4, 2018, 11:24 am
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Project Safe Streets is a 32 Division traffic initiative that started on Thursday, May 31, 2018, and continues through until Thursday, June 7, 2018.

See previous release.

The initial enforcement results are as a result of work from 32 Division officers in partnership with Traffic Services Motor Squad officers from Thursday, May 31 2018, to Sunday June 3, 2018. A total of 143 offence notices were served on drivers ranging from not wearing seat belts, document and equipment offences and the following more specific offences:

- Racing: 2
- Stunt Driving: 1
- Speeding: 34
- Failing to Stop for Red Light: 12
- Excessive Noise: 10
- Driving while using Hand Held Device: 9
- Unsafe Lane Changes: 3
- Fail to Yield to Pedestrian: 2
- Careless Driving
- Operate Motor Vehicle without Insurance: 2

Motorists, pedestrians and cyclists: please be alert and obey all traffic laws for your safety and others. The traffic initiative continues until Thursday, June 7, 2018.

For more information, please contact Acting Staff Sergeant Jonathan Collin at 416-808-3232.


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Homicide #34/2018, William David Long, 56, Update, Tiek Anthony Kydd, 21, and Noah Hurlock, 19, each charged with First-Degree Murder

June 4, 2018, 12:21 pm
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The Toronto Police Service would like to advise the public of two men arrested in the investigation into Homicide #34/2018.

On Friday, May 25, 2018, at 11:12 p.m., officers responded to a call for a stabbing at 550 Kingston Road.

See previous release.

Search warrants were executed by the Toronto Police Service on Monday, June 4, 2018.

Tiek Anthony Kydd, 21, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with:

1) First-Degree Murder

He appeared in court at College Park on Monday, June 4, 2018, room 501.


Noah Hurlock, 19, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with:

1) First-Degree Murder

He is scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, 10 a.m., room 501.



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Police seek assistance with shooting investigation, Weston Road and Sheppard Avenue West area

June 4, 2018, 12:44 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public's assistance with a shooting investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Thursday, May 31, 2018, at 10:55 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the Weston Road and Sheppard Avenue West area.

- once on scene, officers located a man with life-threatening gunshot injuries

- he was rushed to hospital where he remains in life-threatening condition

Investigators are reviewing video from security cameras in the area

Police are urging anyone who witnessed the shooting, recorded video on their cell phone, or dashboard car camera in the area, or anyone who may have any information regarding this shooting, to contact police at 416-808-3100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, 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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Federal inmate wanted, Nathan Barrett, 27, Update, Man arrested

June 4, 2018, 12:59 pm
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The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad would like to update the public regarding a federal offender who has now been located.

See previous release.

Nathan Barrett, 27, was arrested in North Bay on Monday June 4, 2018.

The Provincial ROPE Squad would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance with this investigation.


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Media advisory, Tuesday, June 5, 2018, 11 a.m., Regent Park Community Centre, 402 Shuter Street, Toronto Police Service hosts National Aboriginal Month Celebration

June 5, 2018, 1:59 am
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On Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at 11 a.m., at the Regent Park Community Centre, 402 Shuter Street, the Toronto Police Service, in partnership with the Aboriginal Consultative Committee, will be hosting the National Aboriginal Month Celebration.

Toronto Police Services Board Chair Andy Pringle and Chief Mark Saunders will be in attendance. The event will feature traditional drumming and singing from the Inuit Culture.

The event will be followed by light refreshments.

For further information, contact Constable Monica Rutledge, CPEU – Aboriginal Peacekeeping, at 416-808-7046.


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Public Safety Alert, Cryptocurrency Fraud

June 5, 2018, 7:32 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of the following telephone Fraud scheme.

It is reported that:

- a business received telephone calls from people indicating that they are Toronto Hydro technicians

- they used "call-display spoofing" technology, which meant the phone number for Toronto Hydro was displayed on the complainant’s call display, even though it was not Toronto Hydro calling

- the business was advised that they were required to pay more for their hydro bill and a technician would turn off the power to the business within thirty minutes if payment was not made to the nearest cryptocurrency (Bitcoin) machine

- the business deposited money to a cryptocurrency machine

- the people then demanded more money

Cryptocurrency transactions are encrypted and cannot be reversed. No utility company will demand payment via cryptocurrency.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, 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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Man, 50, arrested in convenience mart Robbery, Danforth Avenue and Coxwell Avenue area, Faces five charges

June 5, 2018, 7:53 am
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Toronto Police Service Hold Up would like to make the public aware of an arrest and charges laid in an investigation into a retail Robbery at a convenience mart in the Danforth Avenue and Coxwell Avenue area.

It is alleged that:

- on Sunday, June 3, 2018, at 12:45 p.m., a man drove a silver Honda Civic to the area of the variety store

- the man donned a mask and sunglasses before entering the store

- the man approached a woman, working behind the counter with her mother

- the man produced a knife and made a demand for cash

- the man then made his way behind the counter, pushing past both women

- the man attempted to open the register, eventually smashing it on the floor

- the man then carried the register outside and fled in the vehicle

On Sunday, June 3, 2018, Terrence Allen, 50, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

1) Robbery with a Weapon
2) Possession of a Weapon
3) Disguise with Intent
4) Possession of Property obtained by Crime (under)
5) Fail to Comply Probation

He was scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Monday, June 4, 2018, room 501.


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Missing man, King Street West and Dowling Avenue area, Gregory Landry, 34

June 5, 2018, 8:05 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing man.

Gregory Landry, 34, was last seen on Thursday, May 31, 2018, at 4:30 p.m., in the King Street West and Dowling Avenue area.

He is described as white, 5’4", large build, matted shoulder-length brown hair. He was last seen wearing a grey-beige knee-length fall jacket, loose-fitting jeans.

Police are concerned for his safety. There is no picture currently available.

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, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, 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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