Quantcast
Channel: Toronto Police Service - News Releases
Viewing all 23668 articles
Browse latest View live

Two men face 10 charges in armed robbery investigation

$
0
0
On Sunday, November 17, 2013, at 9:15 p.m., police responded to a robbery call at a convienence store on Ellesmere Road .

It is alleged that:

- two men, covering their faces, entered the store and began assaulting and making demands of the store employee

- one of the men was armed with a knife

- a struggle ensued and a second employee came to the employee's assistance and became involved in the struggle

- the two suspects fled the store, leaving both employees suffering non-life-threatening injuries

On Wednesday, November 20, 2013, Corey Kawal, 18, and Sanjay Turner, 18, both of Toronto, were arrested and investigated by the Hold Up Squad, assisted by 41 and 42 Division.

They have each been charged with:

1. two counts of Robbery
2. Wear Disguise
3. Weapons Dangerous
4. Aggravated Assault

They appeared in court at 1911 Eglinton Avenue East on Thursday, November 21, 2013, at 10 a.m.


Arrest made in five break-and-enter incidents, Keron Kenton, 23, facing 15 charges

$
0
0
The Toronto Police Service would like to advise the public of an arrest in a break-and-enter investigation.

It is alleged that:

- on Thursday, November 7, 2013, a man broke into a home in the Bayview Avenue and Post Road area

- on Friday, November 8, 2013, a man broke into a home in the Yonge Street and York Mills Road area

- on Monday, November 11, 2013, a man broke into a home in the Willowdale Avenue and Newton Drive area

- on Tuesday, November 12, 2013, a man broke into a home in the Yonge Street and York Mills Road area

- on Wednesday, November 13, 2013, a man broke into a home in the Avenue Road and Highway 401 area

- while in the homes, he stole laptop computers, jewellery and cash

Police have recovered property stolen in connection with these break-and-enters. The estimated value of the recovered property is over $20,000.

On Tuesday, November 13, 2013, police arrested Keron Kenton, 23, of Toronto. He has been charged with:

1. Five counts of Break-and-Enter Commit
2. Three counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime (under)
3. Five counts of Fail To Comply with Probation
4. Threatening Bodily Harm
5. Possession of Proceeds of Crime

He was scheduled to appear in court at 1000 Finch Avenue West, on Thursday, November 14, 2013, at 10 a.m..

Police believe there may be unreported incidents of residential break-and-enters in the Yonge Street and York Mills Road area. They would like to hear from anyone who may have had their home broken into or computer equipment stolen.

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

Media advisory, Sunday, November 24, 2013, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., Village of East Beaches Santa Claus Parade, Road closures

$
0
0
On Sunday, November 24, 2013, the Centre 55 Village of East Toronto Beaches Santa Claus Parade will take place.

The following road closures will be in effect between 12 p.m. and 3 p.m.:

- westbound Kingston Road (eastbound will continue in a limited capacity) from Victoria Park Avenue to Walter Street

The parade is scheduled to start at 1 p.m. along the following route:

- formation area at Neil McNeil High School (Victoria Park Avenue, just south of Kingston Road)

- northbound on Victoria Park Avenue

- westbound on Kingston Road

- northbound on Walter Street

- westbound on Lyall Avenue

- northbound on Kimberly Avenue

The dispersal area will be northbound Walter Street to westbound Lyall Avenue to northbound Kimberly Avenue

The TTC will experience some minor delays during this event.

The event will proceed regardless of weather conditions.

Motorists are advised to consider the road closures when planning their travels.

Two arrested in robbery investigation, Rashawn Roberts, 18, and Keon Alexander, 23, Facing total of four charges, Police believe there may be more victims, Photographs released

$
0
0
The Toronto Police Service would like to advise the public of two arrests in connection with a robbery investigation.

On Monday, November 4, 2013, officers responded to a call for a robbery in the Yonge Street and Finch Avenue area.

It is alleged that:

- two men approached a woman on a subway car

- one of the men attempted to grab her cell phone from her hand

- a struggle ensued and the woman sustained minor injuries

- the man left without getting the cell phone

Rashawn Roberts, 18, of Toronto, and Keon Alexander, 23, of Toronto, have each been charged with:

1) Robbery
2) Breach of Recognizance

Police believe there may be more victims.

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, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Public Safety Alert, Break-and-enters targeting second storeys

$
0
0
The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of a number of break-and-enters.

It is reported that:

- during November 2013, several homes were broken into in the area bounded by Lawrence Avenue West to the north, St.Clair Avenue West to the south, Bathurst Street to the west, and Avenue Road to the east

- access was gained via a second-storey window

- in some instances, the window was left open or unlocked

- homes both with and without security cameras were broken into

The offences are very similar to a number of break-and-enters last year in the same area during the holiday season.

Police are reminding people to remain vigilant and secure all doors and windows, including those on upper storeys.

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, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

11 Division's "Wanted Ones," Gerald Smale, 43

$
0
0
This is the latest installment of 11 Division's "Wanted Ones."

We are requesting the public's assistance locating Gerald Smale, 43, of Toronto. He is wanted for:

1. Assault
2. Choking
3. Threatening Death
4. Criminal Harassment

A photograph of Gerald Smale has been released.

For further information, please visit our 11 Division Facebook page, the TPS 11 Division website page and follow on Twitter and Twitter

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Public assistance sought identifying man wanted for robbery, Security camera images and video released

$
0
0
The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public's assistance identifying a man in a robbery investigation.

It is alleged that:

- on Friday, June 14, 2013, a man committed a robbery at 305 Port Union Road

- on Sunday, September 15, 2013, the same man committed a robbery at 1723 Victoria Park Avenue

- on Tuesday, October 22, 2013, the same man committed a robbery at 1309 Lawrence Avenue East

- each time he displayed a black handgun and demanded cash from the store's attendant

He is described as black, mid-20s, 5'5"-5'8".

Click here for link to security camera video.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7350, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Missing man, Adom Patchett, 25

$
0
0
The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing man.

Adom Patchett, 25, was last seen on Wednesday, November 20, 2013, at 8 p.m. in the Dufferin Street and Rogers Road area.

Adom Patchett is described as white, 5'9"-5'10", with a medium build, red shoulder-length hair, hazel eyes and an acned complexion.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


2013 Festive R.I.D.E. patrols begin

$
0
0
On Thursday, November 21, 2013, Greater Toronto Area police services marked the beginning of the annual Festive R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) season.

On Friday, November 22, 2013, the Toronto Police Service will begin the increased Festive R.I.D.E. patrols. Officers from throughout the Toronto Police Service will be in our communities, on our streets and highways, working towards the goal of preventing impaired drivers from operating vehicles on our streets. These patrols will begin on Friday, November 22, 2013 and continue until Tuesday, December 31, 2013.

The holiday season is a time for families, friends and our communities to enjoy all that life has to offer. Unfortunately, there are some people who just don't get the message and make the poor choice to drink and drive. By not choosing to drive sober, these drivers are continually putting themselves and everyone else in jeopardy.

The festive season is not having to tell someone that their wife, husband, family member or friend is not coming home because of an alcohol- or drug-impaired driver.

The Toronto Police Service will be conducting its first official Festive R.I.D.E. spot-check for the 2013 holiday season on Friday, November 22, 2013.

To learn more about the Toronto Police Service Traffic Services Safety Program, that aims to reduce pedestrian injury and death through education and awareness, click here.

Traffic Services is dedicated to ensuring the safe and orderly movement of traffic within the City of Toronto. Stay informed with what’s happening at:
Twitter, Facebook Fan Page, Facebook Group and on Blog.

Missing man located, Adom Patchett, 25

Police request public assistance identifying man, Photograph of man released

$
0
0
The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance identifying a man.

A photograph of the man has been released.

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, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Fatal collision #55/2013, Longspur Drive/Hackberry Street, Police request assistance with investigation

$
0
0
On Sunday, November 3, 2013, at 4:27 p.m., police responded to a personal injury collision at Longspur Drive/Hackberry Street.

It is reported that:

- an 89-year-old woman was attempting to cross Longspur Drive, from the east side to the west side, with the aid of a walker

- a 65-year-old woman, driving a 2013 Hyundai Sonata, was attempting to reverse out of the driveway on Longspur Drive

- the pedestrian was struck by the Hyundai as it reversed out of the driveway

The woman was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

On Friday, November 22, 2013, the woman succumbed to her injuries.

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, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Homicide #35/2012, Abdulaziz Farah, 28, Update, Ground search in Ajax

$
0
0
On Saturday, September 8, 2012, at approximately 12:30 a.m., police responded to a call for a shooting on Fawcett Trail.

See previous release.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, it was alleged that:

- shortly after Abdulaziz Farah's death, the suspect drove the victim's car away from the scene

- the car was recovered in Scarborough the next day

On Wednesday, December 19, 2012, Liban Omar, then 18, of Ajax, was arrested.

He was charged with:

1) First-Degree murder

It is further alleged that:

- the victim and the suspect were known to each other

- the suspect drove the victim's car to a location in Ajax and became stuck in mud

- the car was freed, possibly with the assistance of a tow truck

On Saturday, November 23, 2013, investigators conducted a ground search in Ajax. The area is approximately eight acres of partially developed land, east of Harwood Avenue, south of Rossland Road.

The search, co-ordinated by the Toronto Police Service Public Safety and Emergency Management Unit, involved officers from 42 Division, Forensic Identification Services, Marine Unit, Auxiliary Unit, Durham Regional Police, and the Ontario Volunteer Emergency Response Team.

Any tow-operators, or anyone who provided assistance dislodging a black, four-door, 2006 Acura TL with chrome rims and Ontario licence plate BMEP 115, on Saturday, September 8, 2012, or 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, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Missing girl, Brittanni Pond, 14

$
0
0
The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing girl.

Brittanni Pond, 14, was last seen on Friday, November 22, 2013, at approximately 6:30 p.m. in the Pape Avenue and Cosburn Avenue area.

She is described as white, approximately 6' and 120lbs., with black hair shaved on the left side and hazel eyes. She was last seen wearing a black bomber-style jacket with a fur hood and the name "Makaveli" printed in pink on the left chest, and black gloves.

Police are concerned for her safety.

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, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Missing man, Mikolaj "Nicky" Kaminski, 26

$
0
0
The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public's assistance locating a missing man.

Mikolaj "Nicky" Kaminski, 26, was last seen on Friday, November 22, 2013, in the area of Victoria Street and Shuter Street at approximately 1:30 p.m.

He is described as white, 6’, 170 – 175 lbs., with a medium build, clean shaven face, blue eyes, medium-length, messy blonde hair. He was last seen wearing a grey jacket and blue cotton pants.

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, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


Missing man, Rick Hazzard, 24

$
0
0
Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing man.

Rick Hazzard, 24, was last seen on Sunday, November 24, 2013, at 1 p.m., in the Jane Street and Lawrence Avenue West area.

He is described as black, 5'9", 150 lbs., and functions at the level of a five-year-old.

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, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Public assistance sought in Dangerous Operation Causing Bodily Harm investigation, Fort York Boulevard/Spadina Avenue

$
0
0
The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public's assistance identifying a taxi cab and its driver.

It is reported that:

- on Sunday, November 24, 2013, at approximately 1:45 a.m., a taxi driver and his passenger became involved in a fare dispute in the Spadina Avenue/Fort York Boulevard area

- the taxi cab struck the passenger at the side of the road and fled southbound towards Lake Shore Boulevard West

The taxi driver is described as black, 5'9", with a heavy build. He was driving a dark coloured Chevrolet Impala with a "Royal Taxi" roof sign. The taxi sustained damage to the windshield and the front end.

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, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Police seek public assistance in Fatal Collision #57/2013, Eglinton Avenue East/Oswego Road

$
0
0
On Sunday, November 24, 2013, at approximately 10:15 a.m., police responded to a personal injury collision at Eglinton Avenue East at Oswego Road.

It is reported that:

- a 45-year-old woman was driving an Infiniti G37s westbound on Eglinton Avenue East, approaching Oswego Road, in the curb lane, with 3 passengers

- as they approached a TTC bus stopped at the corner of Eglinton Avenue East at Oswego Road, the driver attempted to go around the TTC bus

- another 45-year-old woman was driving a Honda Civic eastbound on Eglinton Avenue East, approaching Oswego Road, with one passenger

- as the Infiniti made the lane change to go around the TTC bus, the driver lost control of the car and crossed into the eastbound lanes, striking the eastbound Honda

- a 33-year-old woman, who was a rear passenger in the Infiniti, was ejected and taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries

- four others were taken to hospital with injuries ranging from minor to moderate

- the 33-year-old woman succumbed to her injuries later that day

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, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Man arrested for Sexual Assault, Andrew Medford, 22

$
0
0
The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an arrest made in a Sexual Assault investigation:

It was reported that:

- on Sunday, November 24, 2013, at approximately 5 a.m., a man knocked on an apartment door in the Keele Street/Rogers Road area

- when the woman answered the door, the man forced himself inside

- he attacked, choked, and sexually assaulted the woman

On Sunday, November 24, 2013, Andrew Medford, 22, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

1) Aggravated Sexual Assault
2) Sexual Assault with a Weapon
3) Threaten Bodily Harm
4) Overcome Resistance: Choking
5) Possession of Marihuana - over
6) Possession of Marihuana for the Purposes of Trafficking

He is scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall, on Monday, November 25, 2013, at 10 a.m..

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7474, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


A sexual assault is defined by the Criminal Code of Canada as any form of unwanted sexual contact. It includes, but is not limited to, kissing, grabbing, oral sex and penetration. To learn more about sexual assault, including how to report a sexual assault, please visit our Sex Crimes Unit website.

Police request assistance in Fatal Collision #56/2013, Steeles Avenue West, west of Yonge Street

$
0
0
On Sunday, November 24, 2013, at 3:20 p.m., police responded to a personal injury collision at Steeles Avenue West, west of Yonge Street.

It is reported that:

- a 30-year-old man was driving a 2001 Dodge Ram van, southbound on a driveway, turning right onto westbound Steeles Avenue West, west of Yonge Street,

- a 42-year-old woman was attempting to cross Steeles Avenue West, from the north side to the south side, on the west side of the intersection,

- the woman was struck by the van

The woman suffered fatal 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, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Viewing all 23668 articles
Browse latest View live