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Homicide #21/2019, Update, Richard Turner, 48, arrested

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The Toronto Police would like to advise the public of an arrest made in a Homicide investigation.

On Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 8:25 p.m., officers responded to a call for a medical complaint at a residence in the area of Renforth Drive and Rathburn Road. Through investigation this was determined to be a Homicide.

See previous release.

On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, a warrant was issued for the arrest of Richard Turner, 48, of Toronto.

On Thursday, May 2, 2019, Richard Turner, 48, was located and arrested in relation to the death of Premachchandran Sundaralingam, 53.

He has been charged with:

1) Manslaughter
2) Aggravated Assault
3) Threatening Death

He is scheduled to appear in court on Friday, May 3, 2019, at 2201 Finch Avenue West, 10:00 a.m.

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance in this matter.

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 Man, Avenue Road and Lawrence Avenue West, Richard Power, 35

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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing man.

Richard Power, 35, last seen on Thursday, May 2, 2019, at 3 p.m., in the area of Avenue Road and Lawrence Avenue West.

He is described as 6'2", 200 lbs., with a shaved head, a beard, and green eyes. He was last seen wearing a dark-blue Toronto Marlies jacket, dark-blue jeans, black hat, black shoes, and carrying a hockey bag and hockey stick.

The police are concerned his health and well-being.

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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23 Division’s Find Them Fridays, William Gary Reid, 61

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The 23 Division Warrant Office is seeking the public's assistance locating William Gary Reid, 61, of Toronto.

He is wanted for:

1. Assault
2. Assault with a Weapon
3. Weapons Dangerous
4. Threaten Bodily Harm
5. Mischief Under $5,000

He is described as 5'8", 150 lbs., with short dark hair and blue 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, 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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14 Division's "Fugitive Friday" Tibor Toboz, 31

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Tibor Toboz, 31, of Toronto, is being featured for 14 Division's Fugitive Friday.

He is wanted for:

1. Assault
2. Utter Threats
3. Theft under $5,000

He is described as 5'11", 155 lbs., brown eyes, black hair, beard and mustache.

If located, do not approach. Call 9-1-1.

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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Media Advisory, Saturday, May 4, 2019, at 6:30 p.m., ProAction Cops & Kids, Inaugural Discovery Gallery, Royal Ontario Museum

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On Saturday, May 4, at 6:30 p.m., doors will open to ProAction Cops & Kids Inaugural Discovery Gala being hosted at the Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queens Park.

This sold out event will welcome 300 guests to celebrate the accomplishments of award winning ProAction youth and Police Officers from across all ProAction Chapters.

In 1991, ProAction’s first chapter was established in Toronto by the late John Bitove Sr. and Chief William McCormack. Building on ProAction’s success in Toronto, chapters were later established in Durham Region (2007), Hamilton (2008), Niagara Region (2014) and Halton Region (2017). Since inception ProAction has engaged over 412,000 young people in 2,000 life-changing programs under the leadership of our police partners.

The evening will pay tribute to those officers who go over and beyond the call of duty to provide skill-building and life-changing opportunities to young people most in need. Youth participants who have demonstrated exceptional commitment and taken a leadership role in a ProAction program will be recognized for achieving goals that, at one time, were thought to be unattainable.

Doors will open for a cocktail reception at 6:30 p.m. allowing guests time to meet and mingle with ProAction award winning youth and officers. This reception will be followed by the main dinner and awards presentation starting at 7:30 p.m.

Special guests include Toronto Chief of Police Mark Saunders, Halton Region Chief of Police Stephen Tanner and many police officers and youth representing all ProAction Chapters. The evening will be hosted by Canadian Icon and Sports Broadcaster Rod Black.

Tickets are still available for the ProAction Cops & Kids After Party starting at 10 p.m., and hosted by local favourite DJ Tilt.

At ProAction Cops & Kids, we bring cops and kids together in skill-building and mentoring programs to create trust, respect and safer communities. We envision a community that trusts and collaborates with police to create safer neighbourhoods and opportunities for young people.

For more information about this event, please contact Jean Milligan at (416) 222-7011 or jean@copsandkids.ca. To learn more about ProAction’s work, visit www.copsandkids.ca.

#PROACTIONKIDS #PROACTIONGALA 2019DiscoveryGala.com



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Man Faces Child Pornography Charges, Jose Lopez Reyna, 41

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On Wednesday, April 24, 2019, as part of an investigation into the possession of child sex abuse material, members of the Sex Crimes Child Exploitation Section executed a Criminal Code search warrant in the Bloor Street West and Bathurst Street area.

It is alleged that:

- the accused accessed, possessed, and made available child sexual abuse material

Jose Lopez Reyna, 41, of Toronto, has been arrested and charged with:

1. two counts of Possession Child Pornography
2. two counts of Access Child Pornography
3. Make Available Child Pornography

He is scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Thursday, April 25, 2019, at 10 a.m., in room 101


Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-8500, 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.


Reporting can also be made at Canada’s National Tipline for Reporting the Online Sexual Exploitation of Children at www.cybertip.ca.

This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.


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Man Faces Child Pornography Charges, Mehdy Chaillou, 29

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On Tuesday, April 30, 2019, as part of an investigation into the possession of child sex abuse material, members of the Sex Crimes Child Exploitation Section executed a Criminal Code search warrant in the Richmond Street West and Spadina Avenue area.

It is alleged that:

- the accused accessed and possessed child sexual abuse material

Mehdy Chaillou 29, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

1. two counts of Possession Child Pornography
2. two counts of Access Child Pornography

He is scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at 10 a.m., in room 101.


Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-8500, 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.

Reporting can also be made at Canada’s National Tipline for Reporting the Online Sexual Exploitation of Children at www.cybertip.ca.

This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.



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Gun Buyback Program, April 26 to May 17, 2019, Update, 504 Firearms Surrendered in First Week

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One week into a three-week Gun Buyback Program, the Toronto Police Service has collected 504 firearms (349 long guns and 155 handguns) for destruction.

Any Toronto resident who wishes to have police pick up an operable, registered or unregistered gun from their home will be compensated with $200 for a long gun and $350 for a handgun. Each gun will be inspected to determine if they have been used in a crime. Residents who turn over guns to police will not face a charge for possessing or unsafely storing a firearm.

Residents should not bring guns to a police station or City facility. To participate, please call the Toronto Police Service non-emergency line at 416-808-2222 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. and an officer will visit your home to pick up the gun.

In July 2018, Toronto City Council adopted the Immediate Steps to Address Gun Violence report, which included a Council decision to establish a gun buyback program. The City of Toronto is funding this program.

The Gun Buyback Program ends on May 17, 2019.
For more information, visit tps.on.ca/buyback.


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Police seek assistance in locating a stolen vehicle, suspect in thefts

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Police are requesting the public's assistance in locating a stolen vehicle and suspect in multiple thefts.

It is reported:

- the driver of the stolen vehicle is involved in multiple thefts through out the Toronto area

- the vehicle is a blue 1989 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 with blue cab cover, Ontario License Plate: JP3 699

Security image released.


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, 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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2019 Sikh Spiritual Centre Khalsa Day Parade, Sunday, May 5, 2019, 1 p.m.

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On Sunday, May 5, 2019, at 1 p.m., the 2019 Sikh Spiritual Centre Khalsa Day Parade will take place.

Road closures will be in place for all or part of the day.

Staging and formation area: 7280 Airport Road, Mississauga

The parade will follow the route of:

- eastbound, Morning Star Drive, full closure
- northbound, Humberwood Boulevard, full closure
- northbound, Humberline Drive, northbound lanes only
- eastbound, Finch Avenue West, eastbound lanes only
- northbound, Westmore Drive, full closure

The parade will end at the Sikh Spiritual Centre, 9 Carrier Drive, Toronto at approximately 5 p.m.

Motorists can expect delays in the area and should consider alternate methods of transportation. The TTC may experience delays. The parade will take place regardless of weather conditions.



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Media Advisory, Ontario Police Memorial Foundation’s Ceremony of Remembrance, Sunday, May 5, 2019, 10 a.m., Queen’s Park Crescent

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On Sunday, May 5, 2019, at 11 a.m., the 20th annual Ceremony of Remembrance for Ontario’s fallen police officers will occur in downtown Toronto in the area of Queen's Park Circle.

All 266 names will be read aloud beginning at 10 a.m., by two recruits representing the latest graduating class from the Ontario Police College. Music from the Waterloo Regional Brass Band and songs from members of the Ontario Police Choruses will be performed prior to the arrival of the Procession of Honour.

Police Pipe Bands will lead officers from across Ontario, the United States of America and Europe in a march along Queen’s Park Crescent, arriving at the steps of the Legislature before 11 a.m., for the official start of the annual Ceremony of Remembrance.

Attending the Ceremony will be families and friends of the fallen officers, police officers, dignitaries and the public.

The Ontario Police Memorial Foundation (OPMF) host of the annual Memorial Service, to fulfill its goal of ensuring that every fallen officer from Ontario will not be forgotten.

The architectural illumination of the CN Tower will be done in blue light the evening of Sunday, May 5, 2019 to honour police officers in the Province of Ontario who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

The Ontario Police Memorial Foundation will be streaming live throughout the Ceremony on Facebook Live and Youtube Live. Links to watch will be posted on this blog at this link CeremonyOfRemembrance.ca/Live

Contact Persons:

Mike Adair, Ontario Police Memorial Foundation President 705-715-1226

Tanis Hurst, Toronto Police Association, 647-668-7528

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Toronto Police Service Corporate Communications, 416-808-7094


Members of the public can expect traffic delays due to road closures:

- Queens Park Crescent, East and West, from Bloor Street West to College Street

- Hoskin Avenue, from St. George Street to Queens Park Crescent West



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Global Marijuana March, Saturday, May 4, 2019

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The Global Marijuana March will take place on Saturday, May 4, 2019.

Participants will assemble on Queens Park Avenue north of Wellesley Street, commencing at noon.

The March will proceed along the following route at 2 p.m.:

Northbound: Queens Park Crescent East (Northbound lanes)
Eastbound: Bloor Street West (Full Roadway)
Southbound: Yonge Street (Full Roadway)
Westbound: College Street West (Westbound lanes)
Northbound: Queens Park Crescent East (Full Roadway)
Dispersal between St. Joseph Street and Charles Street.

Motorists can expect delays in the area and should consider alternate methods of transportation.

TTC Service Adjustments/Delays:

- 94 Wellesley Avenue bus
- 5 Avenue Road bus
- College Street streetcars westbound

All impacted roadways are anticipated to re-opened prior to 5 p.m.

It is recommended that participants use public transit to attend this event. Visit www.ttc.ca for more information.


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Man wanted on Canada-wide warrant, Lenroy Jackson, 33

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The Toronto Police Service requests the public's assistance locating a man wanted on a Canada-wide warrant.

Lenroy Jackson, 33, of Toronto, is wanted for:

- Unlawfully at Large

He is described as 5'9", 170 lbs., black hair and brown eyes. There are no clothing descriptions at this time.

He is known to frequent the area around Vaughan Road and Oakwood Avenue as well as Brampton and Mississauga.

He is considered violent and dangerous. If located, do not approach. Call 9-1-1 immediately.

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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Missing man located, Main Street and Kingston Road area, Gary Reidel, 66

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The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance locating a missing man.

Gary Reidel, 66, was last seen on Tuesday, April 30, 2019, at 8 p.m., in the Main Street and Kingston Road area.

See previous release.

He was located on Friday, May 3, 2019, at 2 a.m.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500, 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, Avenue Road and Lawrence Avenue West, Richard Power, 35


Missing Girl, McCowan Road and Finch Avenue East, Shawntaya Mackenzie, 14

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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing girl.

Shawntaya MacKenzie , 14, was last seen on Friday, May 3, 2019 , at 8:16 a.m., in the McCowan Road and Finch Avenue East area.

She is described as 5'6", 125 lbs., with a medium build. She was last seen wearing grey pants, white dress shirt, light-blue Nike windbreaker, blue cardigan sweater, and was carrying a grey Nike backpack.

Police are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4200, 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 #23/2019 111 Millwick Drive, Justin Kyle Ezeard, 32

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On Friday, May 3, 2019, at 8:52 a.m., Police responded to a call for a shooting at 111 Millwick Drive.

Once on scene, officers located a man inside of a commercial unit, with obvious trauma. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Homicide investigators have been called in and have taken carriage of the investigation.

A post-mortem examination is scheduled for Saturday, May 4, 2019.

Justin Kyle Ezeard, 32, of Toronto, has been identified as the victim.

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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Personal Injury collision #28/2019 Steeles Avenue East at Markham Road

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On Thursday, May 02, 2019, at 5:15 p.m., police responded to a call for a Personal Injury Collision that occurred on Steeles Avenue East at Markham Road.

It is reported that:

- a 47-year-old woman was walking in the south side crosswalk of Steeles Avenue East, crossing Markham Road, from the east to the west side

- a 41-year-old man was driving a Toyota on westbound Steele Avenue East and made a left-hand turn onto southbound Markham Road

- the driver of the vehicle struck the pedestrian

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

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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2019 Toronto Marathon, Sunday, May 5, 2019 List of closures and restrictions

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On Sunday, May 5, 2019, Running First Ltd., will host the Toronto Marathon. The event will consist of a full marathon, relay marathon, half marathon, 10 km run, 5 km run and walk.

Start times:

Full Marathon and 10 km run will begin at 7:30 a.m.
Relay will begin at 7:50 a.m.
5 km run will begin at 8 a.m.
Half marathon will begin at 8:30 a.m.
5 km walk will begin at noon.

TTC vehicles will be assisted through gaps in the run where possible and when safe to do so. Every attempt will be make to minimize interruptions in service.

Motorists are advised to avoid areas identified as part of the route and consider road closures when planning their travel.

Some road closures will begin at 6 a.m., while specific closures will start as the first runners approach. Roads will re-open after the last runners have passed.

Road Closure:

Beecroft Road - Elmhurst Avenue to Horsham Avenue
Ellerslie Avenue - Beecroft Avenue to Yonge Street
Churchill Avenue - Beecroft Avenue to Yonge Street
North York Boulevard - Beecroft Avenue to Yonge Street
Elmhurst Avenue - Beecroft Avenue to Yonge Street
Park Home Avenue - Beecroft Avenue to Yonge Street
Yonge Street - Horsham Avenue to Hwy 401
Hwy 401 - southbound ramps
Yonge Street - Hwy 401 to York Mills Road
Yonge Street - York Mills Road to Eglinton Avenue
Yonge Street - Eglinton Avenue to Chaplin Crescent
Yonge Street - Chaplin Crescent to Aylmer Road
Chaplin Crescent - Yonge Street to Oriole Parkway
Oriole Parkway - Chaplin Crescent to Lonsdale Road
Lonsdale Road - Avenue Road to Spadina Road
Forest Hill Road - Lonsdale Road to Kilbarry Road
Warren Road - Kilbarry Road to Lonsdale Road
Spadina Road - Lonsdale Road to Austin Terrace
Austin Terrace - Spadina Road to Walmer Road
Walmer Road - Austin Terrace to MacPherson Avenue
MacPherson Avenue - Kendal Avenue to Davenport
Davenport Road - MacPherson Avenue to Dupont Street
Davenport Road - Dupont Street to Belmont Street
Belmont Street - Davenport Road to Yonge Street
Aylmer Road - Yonge Street to Rosedale Valley Road
Rosedale Valley Road - Aylmer Road to Bayview Avenue
Bayview Avenue - Rosedale Valley Road to Lawren Harris Square
Lawren Harris Square - Bayview Avenue to Lower River Street
Lower River Street - Bayview Avenue to King Street East
King Street East - River Street to Wilkins Avenue
Sumach Street - King Street East to Eastern Avenue
Eastern Avenue - Sumach Street to Front Street East
Front Street East - Eastern Avenue to Wellington Street
Wellington Street - Front Street East to John Street
John Street - Wellington Street West to Front Street West
Front Street West - John Street to Bathurst Street
Bathurst Street - Front Street West to Fort York Boulevard
Fort York Boulevard - Bathurst Street to Lakeshore Boulevard West
Marine Parade Drive - Humber Bay Park Road East to Waterfront Drive
Waterfront Drive - Marine Parade Drive to Palace Pier Court
Lake Shore Boulevard - Humber River to Remembrance Drive

Missing Boy, Clearview Heights and Trethewey Drive area, Grant Seraphin, 11

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The Toronto Police Service requests the public's assistance locating a missing boy.

Grant Seraphin, 11, was last seen on Saturday, May 4, 2019, at approximately 9:55 a.m., in the Clearview Heights and Trethewey Drive area.

He is described as 5’6”, medium build, with short black hair. He was last seen wearing a red and gold baseball cap, a black waist length coat with a hood, grey sweat pants, and carrying a turquoise-coloured knapsack.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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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