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Personal Injury Collision #8/2019, Update, Now Fatal #7/2019, Millwood Road and Malcolm Road

January 22, 2019, 4:55 am
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On Saturday, January 19, 2019, at 5:31 a.m., police responded to a call for a Personal Injury Collision that occurred on Millwood Road south of Malcolm Road.

See previous release.

On Monday, January 21, 2019, the driver succumbed to his injuries.

Police are asking local residents, business, and drivers, who may have security or dash-camera footage of the area or incident, to contact investigators.


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, 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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Distracted Driving Campaign Results

January 22, 2019, 7:45 am
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Between Monday, January 14, 2019 to Sunday, January 20, 2019, the Toronto Police Service delivered a zero-tolerance enforcement and awareness traffic safety campaign focused on drivers operating a motor vehicle while using a hand-held communication or entertainment device, including cell phones.

Distracted Driving Campaign Results:

Drivers charged: 670

Toronto Police Service Officers patrolled for distracted drivers on foot, bicycles, unmarked police vehicles, pick-up trucks and on TTC buses and streetcars.

Zero tolerance enforcement was a large part of this campaign. This campaign caused many public and private discussions to happen about the impact that distracted driving has on our roads and to our communities. Driving while holding a cell phone happens far too often, we all see people doing it.

A clear message needs to be sent to all drivers that when you are behind the wheel, your only focus should be on the task of driving.


The Toronto Police Service and its members are committed to improving road safety, supporting victims and families of traffic crimes and to Toronto’s Vision Zero Road Safety Plan.


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Missing girl, College Street and Ossington Avenue, Berivan Amin, 15

January 22, 2019, 8:13 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing girl.

Berivan Amin, 15, was last seen on Monday, January 21, 2019, at approximately 9 p.m. in the College Street and Ossington Avenue area.

She is described as 5'0" with a thin build, fair complexion, long straight black hair, and brown eyes.

She was wearing a black ¾ length winter coat with a hood with a fur collar and black Jordan sneakers.

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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Man Arrested for Violent Robberies, Dennie Davies, 36,

January 22, 2019, 8:20 am
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Hold Up investigators would like to make the public aware of a man arrested for a violent robbery spree in 13 Division.

On Sunday, January 20, 2018, at approximately 5 p.m., a man attended a convenience store in the Davenport Road and Dufferin Street area.

It is alleged that:

- a man walked directly behind the counter and confronted a 65-year-old man with a knife

- a struggle ensued and the victim suffered minor injuries to his wrist and leg

- the man obtained a large quantity of cigarettes and fled


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On Sunday, January 20, 2018, at 5:45 p.m., a man was in the area of Oakwood Avenue and St. Clair Avenue West

It is further alleged that:

- a man forcefully entered a home through the back door

- once inside he made a demand for money from a 40-year-old woman who was in the house with her eight-year-old son

- a struggle ensued and the man grabbed a knife threatening to kill the woman and pushed her to the ground

- the woman sustained non-life threatening injuries and managed to flee out the front door with her son

- the man obtained property from the home and left via the back door


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On Sunday, January 20, 2018, at 5:50 p.m., a man was in the area of Oakwood Avenue and St. Clair Avenue West

It is further alleged that:

- a man attempted to enter a home via the side door

- a 40-year-old woman in the house tried to prevent the man's entry and her husband who heard the commotion startled the man causing him to leave


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It is further alleged that:

- On Sunday, January 20, 2018, at 6 p.m., after fleeing the residence, the same man attacked a 25-year-old woman who was walking in the area

- the man punched her in the face, grabbed her by the hair and dragged her to the ground while armed with a knife

- the man then tried to grab the woman's purse but fled on foot as police arrived


On Sunday, January 20, 2018, Dennie Davies, 36, of Toronto was arrested and charged with:

1. four counts of Robbery with Offensive Weapon
2. four counts of Weapons Dangerous
3. Assault with a Weapon
4. two counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under
5. eight counts of Fail To Comply Recognizance

He is scheduled to appear in court at 1000 Finch Avenue West on Monday, January 21, 2019, in room 306


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Missing man, Kipling Avenue and Eglinton Avenue area, David Masri, 41

January 22, 2019, 6:06 pm
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The Toronto Police Service requests the public’s assistance locating a missing man.

David Masri, 41 was last seen on Thursday, January 17, 2019, at approximately 1:00 p.m., in the Kipling Avenue and Eglinton Avenue West area.

He is described as 5’11”, 240 lbs., with dark brown hair, brown eyes and beard. He was last seen wearing a dark green winter jacket, blue jeans, a dark coloured hooded shirt, and dark green runners.

Police are concerned for his safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2200, 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, Bathurst Street and Dundas Street area, Presila Madayag, 78

January 22, 2019, 6:37 pm
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The Toronto Police Service requests the public's assistance locating a missing woman.

Presila Madayag, 78, was last seen Tuesday, January 22, 2019, at approximately 6:30 p.m., in the Bathurst Street and Dundas Street area.

She is described as 5'1", petite build, with black hair. She was last seen wearing a light gray Roots hoody with 'Canada' on the front, white toque, black pants and black shoes.

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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Personal Injury Collision #05/2019, Now Fatal #08/2019 Dufferin Street and Eglinton Avenue West

January 23, 2019, 5:53 am
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On Wednesday, January 16, 2019, at 1:32 p.m., police responded to a call for a Personal Injury Collision that occurred on Dufferin Street south of Eglinton Avenue West

It is reported that:

- a 27-year-old man was driving an Infiniti on southbound Dufferin Street south of Eglinton Avenue West

- a 75-year-old man was walking across Dufferin Street from the east to the west side

- the vehicle struck the pedestrian

- the pedestrian sustained life threatening injuries and was transported to hospital

On Tuesday, January 22, 2019, the pedestrian succumbed to his injuries.

Police are asking local residents, business, and drivers, who may have security or dash camera footage of the area or incident, to contact investigators.


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, 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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Break and Enter investigation, The East Mall and Burnhamthorpe Road area, Pittsburgh Penguins 2017 Stanley Cup Championship rings

January 23, 2019, 5:58 am
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The Toronto Police service requests the public's assistance locating two stolen rings.

On Monday, January 21, 2019, police responded to a Break and Enter call in the The East Mall and Burnhamthorpe Road area.

It is reported that:

- two National Hockey League Pittsburgh Penguins 2017 Stanley Cup Championship rings were stolen

The rings are described as:

- men's size Pittsburgh Penguins 2017 Stanley Cup Championship commemoration ring, silver in colour, with an engraving of the National Hockey League logo, the name 'Gaunce' and the number 24

- women's size Pittsburgh Penguins 2017 Stanley Cup Championship commemoration ring, silver in colour.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2200, 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 located, Bathurst Street and Dundas Street area, Presila Madayag, 78

January 23, 2019, 6:03 am
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Man arrested on warrants, Woman Wanted for Failing to Stop for Police

January 23, 2019, 10:50 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an arrest of wanted man and are appealing to the public for help locating a woman who allegedly fled police.

It is alleged:

- on Tuesday, January 22, 2019, police observed a wanted man in a 2015 grey Jeep Cherokee with the licence plate BXYT858 in the Kingston road and Sandown Avenue area

- the vehicle did not stop for police

- a short pursuit took place and the man was arrested, however the woman driving the vehicle fled from police with the vehicle

John Brown, 49 of Toronto, has been arrested and charged with:

1. Conspiracy to commit indictable offence
2. Aggravated assault
3. Forcible confinement
4. Kidnapping
5. Assault with a weapon
6. Assault
7. Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
8. Flight while pursued by a peace office

He was scheduled to appear in court at 1911 Eglinton Avenue East, on Wednesday, January 23, 2019.

The driver of the vehicle has been identified as Rosemary Oleski, 35, of Toronto. Her photo is attached to this release.

She is currently wanted for the following:

1. Fail to Stop for Police
2. Flight while Pursued by a Peace Officer
3. Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
4. Accessory after the fact

She is encouraged to contact a lawyer and surrender to police.


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, 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 arrested for LCBO Shoplifting, Douglas Greer, 48

January 23, 2019, 10:55 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to inform the public of the arrest of a man involving theft from the LCBO.

It is alleged that:

- on Tuesday, January 22, 2019, a man attend a LCBO store located in the Yonge and Bloor area

- a man selected several bottles of whiskey from the display and exited the store

- the man made no attempts to pay for the selected items

On Tuesday, January 22, 2019, Douglas Greer, 48, of no fixed address was arrested and charged with:

1. fifteen counts of Theft
2. ten counts of Fail To Comply with Undertaking

He is scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Wednesday, January 23, 2019.


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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Fatal Collision #5/2019, 155 University Avenue, Update, Police seek public's assistance in locating Next of Kin, Photograph Released

January 23, 2019, 12:15 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public's assistance in locating the next of kin for Hang Vo, 58, of no fixed address.

On Tuesday, January 15, 2019, at 5:55 a.m., police received a report of a collision at 155 University Avenue.

See previous release.

Her photograph has been released.


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, 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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Arrest made in Human Trafficking Investigation, Man facing 14 charges, Police have evidence that there are more victims,

January 23, 2019, 12:20 pm
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The Toronto Police Service Human Trafficking Enforcement Team commenced an investigation into a Human Trafficking occurrence.

It is alleged that:

- a man forced a 19-year-old woman to work in the sex trade

- the man forced the woman to take photographs of herself in certain degrees of undress

- the man posted the advertisements with the photos online

- the man forced the woman to turn over all the money earned to him

- the woman was trafficked by the man in Ontario and Quebec

- the woman was forced to abide by rules the man imposed

- the man gave the woman a quota that she was to meet each day

The man was wanted on a warrant for human trafficking. On Wednesday, January 16, 2019, the man was located by Montreal Police Service and arrested.

Kevin Barreau, 22, of Montreal is charged with:

1. Trafficking In Persons over 18
2. Material Benefit from Trafficking In Persons over
3. Procuring
4. Exercise Control
5. Advertising Another Person's Sexual Services
6. Uttering Threats
7. three counts of Fraud Under $5,000
8. two counts of Fraudulently Obtain Lodging
9. three counts of Use Credit Card Obtained by Offence

He was scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Saturday, January 19, 2019.

Police believe there are other victims.

Police would like to encourage all affected individuals to come forward and report Human Trafficking occurrences to police. We want to make sure that everyone has access to support services and an exit strategy, regardless of their decision to proceed criminally.


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, 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.

Human Trafficking means every person who recruits, transports, transfers, receives, holds, conceals or harbours a person, or exercises control, direction or influence over the movements of a person, for the purpose of exploiting them or facilitating their exploitation, for a sexual purpose or a forced labour purpose. Victims can be men, women or children; can be Canadian citizens; and can be moved across local, provincial or national borders. They can be coerced through violence or the threat of violence against family and friends. The Human Trafficking Enforcement Team of Sex Crimes is dedicated to investigating these crimes against vulnerable members of society. For more information, please visit the Sex Crimes website.


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Two men wanted in a Robbery/Stabbing investigation, Lawrence Avenue East and Markham Road area, Security image of suspect vehicle released

January 24, 2019, 5:30 am
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The Toronto Police Service requests the public's assistance locating and identifying two men wanted in an Armed Robbery/Stabbing incident.

On Thursday, January 17, 2019, police responded to three robbery calls in the Markham Road and Lawrence Avenue East area.

It is alleged that:

- on Thursday, January 17, 2019, at approximately 7:40 p.m., two male suspects approached a 19-year-old man from behind and demanded for his personal belongings in the Markham Road and Lawrence Avenue East area

- the man surrendered his wallet and cell phone before being struck in the face by the two men

It is further alleged that:

- at approximately 7:50 p.m., the same two male suspects approached another man, 27, and demanded for his belongings in the Mossbank Drive and Lawrence Avenue East area

- the 27-year-old man was able to evade the suspects and contact police without loss of property

In addition, it is further alleged that:

- at approximately 7:55 p.m., the same two male suspects stabbed a 24-year-old man and stole his cell phone in the Mossbank Drive and Lawrence Avenue East area

- the two suspects then fled in a vehicle westbound from the area

The 24-year-old stabbing victim was transported to hospital with non life-threatening injuries.

The suspects are described as:

1. Male, black, between 14 to 17, approximately 5’9”, thin build, wearing dark clothing

2. Male, white, between 14 to 17, approximately 5’11”, thin build, wearing dark clothing

The vehicle is described as a dark coloured, 4-door sedan with multi-spoke tire rims.

Police are concerned due to the rapid succession of offences and the level of violence used by the suspects.

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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Group of Seven Artwork Stolen in recent Break & Enter, Annex area, Image of stolen artwork released

January 24, 2019, 5:40 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to inform the public of the theft of a valuable painting by A.Y. Jackson, a member of the Group of Seven.

On Friday, January 18, 2019, officers responded to a call for a Break and Enter at a residence located in Toronto's Annex neighbourhood.

It is reported that:

- an original piece of art painted by A.Y. Jackson was stolen among other items

The oil on canvas painting is titled "Sun Gleams: Autumn, North Saskatchewan" and is approximately 32" x 40."

The painting is valued in excess of $200,000.


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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Rayan Ahmed, 38, charged in door-to-door sales fraud investigation, Jane Street and Lawrence Avenue West area, Photograph released

January 24, 2019, 11:35 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of a Fraud investigation.

It is alleged that:

- a man ran a business named SRA & Associates

- he conducted door-to-door sales from August 2018 to September 2018 in the Jane Street and Lawrence Avenue West area


On Thursday, January 24, 2019, Rayan Ahmed, 38, of Ajax, is charged with:

1) Fraud Over $5,000

He is scheduled to appear in court at 2201 Finch Avenue West on Thursday, January 24, 2019.

A photograph of Ahmed 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, 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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Fatal Collision #5/2019, 155 University Avenue, Update, Next of kin located

January 24, 2019, 11:45 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance locating the next of kin for Hang Vo, 58, of no fixed address.

On Tuesday, January 15, 2019, at 5:55 a.m., police received a report of a collision at 155 University Avenue.

See previous release.

Her photograph has been removed from our previous release.


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Community Police Academy, Spring 2019 Session Registration Now Open

January 24, 2019, 1:50 pm
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Registration for the spring session of the Toronto Police Service Community Police Academy has now opened.

The nine-week course, designed to inform members of the public about all things policing, will be at the Toronto Police College, located at 70 Birmingham Street. It will run every Saturday, from March 23, to June 1, 2019, with no classes on April 20, or May 18, 2019.

Please visit our website for more information and to apply.

Graduates will be recognized by Chief Mark Saunders and will be eligible for three credits toward Humber College's Police Foundations Diploma. Students must attend every class to graduate.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.


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Aggravated Assault investigation, Adelaide Street West and Simcoe Street area, Man wanted

January 24, 2019, 2:00 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance identifying and locating a man wanted in an Aggravated Assault investigation.

On Saturday, January 19, 2019, at 3:10 a.m., the Toronto Police Service received a call for an Assault in a restaurant in the Adelaide Street West and Simcoe Street area.

It is reported that:

- a man, 33, got into a verbal argument with another man in the restaurant

- the argument turned physical and the 33-year-old man was assaulted

- he was taken to hospital where he received treatment for serious injuries

Security camera video can be viewed here.

Two men are wanted. They are described as:

Suspect #1 - 25-28, 5'11", 180 lbs., with short black shaved hair, clean shaven, last seen wearing black light jacket, and light gray jeans.

Suspect #2 - 25-28, 5'9", 170 lbs., with a short black Afro, light mustache, last seen wearing blue puffy jacket, and light blue jeans.


Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Constable Michael Kiproff at 416-808-5243 or 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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Media Advisory, Friday, January 25, 2019, 10:45 a.m., Toronto Police Headquarters, Media Gallery, Police announce results of Project Sparta

January 25, 2019, 3:00 am
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On Friday, January 25, 2019, at 10:45 a.m., at Toronto Police Headquarters, in the Media Gallery, Chief Mark Saunders and Inspector Steve Watts of the Drug Squad will address the media about Project Sparta, an investigation into the distribution of cocaine within the city of Toronto.

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


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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