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The Polish Festival, September 14 & 15, 2019, Roncesvalles Avenue, Road closure

September 12, 2019, 8:00 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of upcoming road closures regarding The Polish Festival.

The Polish Festival will take place on Saturday, September 14, 2019, to Sunday, September 15, 2019 from 11:00 a.m., till 7:00 p.m., on both days.

The following road closures will be in effect:

- Roncesvalles Avenue will be closed from Grafton Avenue to Boustead Avenue from Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 5:00 a.m., until Sunday, September 15, 2019, at 11:59 p.m.



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Man charged in Child Sexual Abuse Material Investigation, Sheppard Avenue East and Washburn Way area

September 12, 2019, 6:00 am
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On Wednesday, September 11 2019, members of the Toronto Police Service, Sex Crimes - Child Exploitation Section, executed a Criminal Code search warrant in the Sheppard Avenue East and Washburn Way area.

As a result of the evidence gathered by police, Edwin Subia, 32, of Toronto, was arrested.

It is alleged that:

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

It is further alleged that:

- he had attempted to destroy evidence during the execution of the search warrant.

He has been charged with:

1) Possession of Child Pornography
2) Access Child Pornography
3) Make available Child Pornography
4) Obstruct peace officer

He was scheduled to appear in court at 1911 Eglinton Avenue East on Wednesday September 11, 2019, at 2 p.m.

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 Community Safety and Correctional Services.

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Homicide #45/2019, Fishery Road

September 12, 2019, 10:50 am
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On Wednesday, September 11, 2019, at 6:15 p.m., officers responded to a call for a stabbing on Fishery Road.

Officers arrived and located a woman with obvious signs of trauma who was pronounced dead at the scene.

Homicide investigators were called in and have taken over the investigation.

Tharshika Jeganathan, 27, of Toronto, has been identified as the victim.

A post-mortem examination was scheduled for Thursday September 12, 2019.

On Wednesday, September 11, 2019, at approximately 7 p.m., Sasikaran Thanapalasingam, 38, of Toronto, surrendered to police at 42 Division.

He has been charged with:

1) First Degree Murder

He is scheduled to appear in court at 1911 Eglinton Avenue East, on Thursday, September 12, 2019, 2 p.m., room 412.

Investigators wish to speak to anyone who may have knowledge concerning this investigation or previous history concerning the victim and accused.

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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23 Division’s Find Them Fridays, Muzamil Aden Addow, 28

September 12, 2019, 10:51 am
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The 23 Division Warrant Office is seeking the public's assistance locating
Muzamil Aden Addow, 28, of Toronto.

He is wanted on a warrant for:

1. four counts of Careless Storage/Use of Firearm or Ammunition x 4
2. two counts of Possess Loaded Restricted Firearm
3. two counts of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
4. two counts of Possess Firearm Knowing Unauthorized
5. two counts of Serial Number Removed/Defaced Firearm
6. Possess Firearm
7. two counts of Possess Firearm Unauthorized
8. Possess Proceeds of Property Under $5000 Obtained by Crime
9. Possess Substance Schedule 1

He is described as 6'1", 225 lbs, short dark hair, and brown eyes.


Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, 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", Jordon Careen-Sellars, 20

September 13, 2019, 4:00 am
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This is the next installment of 14 Division's "Fugitive Friday". This week we are looking for Jordon Careen-Sellars, 20, of Toronto.

He is wanted on the strength of a Warrant in the First for:

1. two counts of Robbery

He is described as 5'10", 120 lbs, brown hair and brown eyes.

Police warn that he is considered violent. 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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Missing woman, Queen Street and Ossington Avenue area, Mary Kenyon, 54

September 12, 2019, 3:24 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing woman.

Mary Kenyon, 54, was last seen on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, at approximately 6:45 p.m., in the area of Queen Street West and Ossington Avenue.

She is described as white, 5’10", with short white and grey hair, blue eyes, wearing a dark blue t-shirt and dark pants.

There is no picture currently available.

Police are concerned for her well-being.

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 girl, Bathurst Street and Bloor Street West area, Maya Low, 16

September 13, 2019, 5:49 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing girl.

Maya Low, 16 , was last seen on Thursday, September 12, 2019, at approximately 9 a.m. in the Bathurst Street and Bloor Street West area.

She is described as 5'2, 115 lbs., with long brown hair and brown eyes.

She was last seen wearing a black and blue plaid shirt, grey sweatpants and white running 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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City of Toronto hosts Open Streets Toronto, Road Closures

September 13, 2019, 7:45 am
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On Sunday, September 15, 2019, the City of Toronto will host Open Streets Toronto.

Bloor Street, between Ossington Avenue and Church Street, and Yonge Street, between Davenport Avenue and Queen Street, will be fully closed to vehicles from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Vehicles will only be able to cross the route at the following designated crossing points:

- Bloor Street West at Christie Street/Grace Street
- Bloor Street West at Bathurst Street
- Bloor Street West at Spadina Avenue
- Bloor Street West at Avenue Road
- Bloor Street West at Bay Street

- Yonge Street at Wellesley Street
- Yonge Street at College Street
- Yonge Street at Gerrard Street
- Yonge Street at Dundas Street
- Yonge Street at Shuter Street

Motorists can expect significant delays in the area and are advised to plan alternative routes where possible. It is strongly recommended that those attending Open Streets Toronto take public transit, walk, bicycle or make other arrangements.


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Missing man, Michael Chan, 33, Warden Avenue and St. Clair Avenue East area,

September 13, 2019, 12:06 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing man.

Michael Chan, 33, was last seen on the afternoon of Tuesday, September 10, 2019, in the Warden Avenue and St. Clair Avenue East area.

He is described as having black and blond hair, and brown eyes. He uses an electric wheel chair.

Police are concerned for his safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, 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, Career Information Session, Saturday, September 14, 2019, 10 a.m., at Toronto Police College

September 13, 2019, 1:20 pm
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The Toronto Police Service Talent and Acquisition would like to invite the media in joining Deputy Chief McLean welcome over 200 attendees at a Career Information Session on Saturday, September 14, 2019, at 10 a.m., at the Toronto Police College located at 70 Birmingham Street.

The day will include a general information session, a practice PATI/WCT test and an introduction to the ATS physical testing. Officers from the Community Partnership Engagement Unit – South & West Asian, Muslim, Chinese, Black, French, Aboriginal, LGBTQ2+, and Disabilities community will be on hand to network with those attending. Recruiters will answer any questions potential candidates have about joining the Toronto Police Service and all the opportunities that await them.

The Toronto Police Service is actively recruiting and hiring police officers, special constables and parking enforcement officers. #TOgetherMakingTorontoSafe. Visit our careers page to see what opportunities await you.

Please note that this event is a registration required event and is now closed. For future events please visit our career page, Information Session Registration.


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Shooting investigation, Morningside Avenue and Finch Avenue East,

September 13, 2019, 6:20 pm
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The Toronto Police is seeking the public's assistance with a shooting investigation.


It is reported that:

- On Sunday, September 1, 2019, during the evening hours, a large number of people were in attendance at a festival in the area of Morningside Avenue and Finch Avenue East.

- at 11:51 p.m. police responded to reports of a shooting in the area

- responding officers located a white BMW with several bullet holes, as well as a number of shell casings

- there were no injured parties

Police believe there were a number of witnesses in the area at the time of the shooting. Investigators are asking anyone who may have video, cell phone video or who witnessed the shooting to please contact police at 416-808-2500, 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, Queen Street and Ossington Avenue area, Mary Kenyon, 54

September 13, 2019, 6:34 pm
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The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance in locating a missing woman.

Mary Kenyon, 54, was last seen on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, at approximately 6:45 p.m., in the area of Queen Street West and Ossington Avenue.

See previous release.

She was located on Friday, September 13, 2019, at approximately 07:30 p.m.

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Media Advisory, Career Information Session, Saturday, September 14, 2019, 10 a.m., at Toronto Police College

September 14, 2019, 3:00 am
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The Toronto Police Service Talent and Acquisition would like to invite the media in joining Deputy Chief McLean welcome over 200 attendees at a Career Information Session on Saturday, September 14, 2019, at 10 a.m., at the Toronto Police College located at 70 Birmingham Street.

The day will include a general information session, a practice PATI/WCT test and an introduction to the ATS physical testing. Officers from the Community Partnership Engagement Unit – South & West Asian, Muslim, Chinese, Black, French, Aboriginal, LGBTQ2+, and Disabilities community will be on hand to network with those attending. Recruiters will answer any questions potential candidates have about joining the Toronto Police Service and all the opportunities that await them.

The Toronto Police Service is actively recruiting and hiring police officers, special constables and parking enforcement officers. #TOgetherMakingTorontoSafe. Visit our careers page to see what opportunities await you.

Please note that this event is a registration required event and is now closed. For future events please visit our career page, Information Session Registration.


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Fatal Collision #38/2019, Sheppard Avenue East and Abbotsfield Gate, Failure to Remain at Scene, New Suspect Vehicle Information

September 14, 2019, 5:30 am
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The Toronto Police Traffic Service is seeking the public's assistance with an investigation into a Fatal Traffic collision in which the suspect vehicle failed to remain at the scene.

On Friday, August 30, 2019, at approximately 10:23 p.m., police received reports of a collision in the area of Sheppard Avenue East between Abbotsfield Gate and Palmdale Drive.

It is alleged that:

- a woman was standing in the centre turn lane, crossing Sheppard Avenue East from the south side to the north side, believed to be waiting for a break in westbound traffic

- the suspect vehicle was travelling eastbound on Sheppard Ave East at a high speed in the centre turn lane

- the suspect vehicle struck the woman, continued east on Sheppard Avenue East, and was last seen making a right turn onto southbound Warden Avenue

See Previous Release

Further investigation, including forensic evidence, has revealed the following information about the suspect vehicle:

- the paint of the vehicle is metallic grey in colour (a darker grey tone, not silver)

- this paint colour was manufactured in Japan for Mitsubishi vehicles, between the years of 2005-2009 (possibly a Lancer or Outlander model)

- glass was also found in the victim’s clothing, confirming that there was windshield damage

A special appeal is being made to body shops and car dealerships to note this new information, and to contact investigators if they have repaired vehicles of a similar description since Friday, August 30, 2019.

We are urging to members of the public to report any suspicious vehicles.

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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Missing man, Queens Quay and Bathurst Street, Livingstone Barrett, 83

September 14, 2019, 7:40 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing man.

Livingstone Barrett, 83, was last seen on Friday, September 13, 2019, at 2:30 a.m., in the area of Queens Quay and Bathurst Street.

He is described as 5'8”, with a medium build, short grey/white hair, and grey/ white beard. He was last seen wearing a green shirt, beige track pants with dark brown back pockets.

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 man, Eglinton Avenue West and Allen Road, Fisseha Zewge, 77

September 14, 2019, 7:40 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing man.

Fisseha Zewge, 77, was last seen on Saturday, September 14, 2019, at approximately 1:30 p.m., in the area of Eglinton Avenue West and Allen Road.

He is described as 5'8”, 215 lbs., with short grey hair, balding on top, and short grey facial hair. He was last seen wearing a black hat, grey jacket with a scarf, beige pants and brown shoes.

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, 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, Mabelle Ave and Dundas Street West, Zamzam Ibrahim, 23

September 14, 2019, 7:40 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is seeking assistance locating a missing woman.

Zamzam Ibrahim, 23, was last seen on Saturday, September 14, 2019, at 7:00 p.m, in the area of Mabelle Avenue and Dundas Street West.

She is described as 5'1", 100 lbs.,s, with long, black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing blue jeans, a purple hooded top with white print on the front and blue/white running shoes.

Police are concerned for her wellbeing.

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, 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 boy, Victor Alaves Porteca Lima, 15 Keele Street and Greenbrook Drive area,

September 15, 2019, 4:45 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing boy.

Victor Alaves Porteca Lima, 15, was last seen on Thursday, September 12, 2019, at approximately 9:00 p.m., in the Keele Street and Greenbrook Drive area.

He is described as 5'9", medium build, with brown eyes, and short black hair.

He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, a blue, red and white jacket, and was carrying multiple suitcases.

Police are concerned for his safety.


Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, 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, Lawrence Avenue East and Meadowvale Road, Angelica Wrightman, 15

September 15, 2019, 4:45 am
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The Toronto Police is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing girl.

Angelica Wrightman, 15, was last seen on Thursday, September 11, 2019, during the evening hours, in the area of Lawrence Avenue East and Meadowvale Road.

She is described as 5'3", with a thin build, shoulder-length blond hair, and blue eyes. She was last seen wearing a pink tank top, pink sweater, blue shorts and brown boots.

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, Michael Lord, 22, Danforth Avenue and Greenwood Avenue area,

September 15, 2019, 4:46 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing man.

Michael Lord, 22, was last seen on Friday, September 13, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., in the Danforth Avenue and Greenwood Avenue area.

He is described as approximately 6'0", 165 lbs., with short dark brown hair, blue eyes, and unshaven.

He was last seen wearing a black hoodie, with green colour accents, blue pants, and sandals.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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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