54 Division Community Bulletin 3

 

October 2012

41  Cranfield  Road,  Toronto  Ontario  M4B  3H6  

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54 DIVISION

ARRESTS / PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUESTED

41 CRANFIELD ROAD, TORONTO. M4B-3H6 416-808-5400

The Toronto Police Service issued a news release on Wednesday, October 3, 2012, requesting the public's assistance identifying a woman. See previous release.

This request has now been expanded Canada-Wide.

On September 5, 2012, a woman who goes by the name "Linda" walked into a downtown Toronto shelter. She is unable to provide any other information about herself and doesn't remember anything about herself.

She is described as white, 5'7", 150 lbs., shoulder-length, straight blond hair and blue eyes. She is currently wearing a dark-blue jean jacket, black Capri-style pants, black slip-on walking shoes, a pink bandana, white ankle socks, light-brown glasses and a pink watch.

Please make reference to TPS occurrence #4478159 when calling police with information.

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.

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ARREST #1

On Sunday, September 23, 2012, in response to complaints from the community, 54 Division's Major Crime Unit started a drug investigation in the Woodbine Avenue/Sammon Avenue area.

It is alleged that:

- a home on Woodbine Avenue, near Sammon Avenue, was being used to consume and traffic drugs

- on Tuesday, September 25, 2012, four men were found to be in possession of a quantity of cocaine.

A 62 year old man, of Toronto, has been charged with:

1) Possession Cocaine

A 34 year old man, of Toronto, has been charged with:

1) Possession Cocaine

A 52 year old man, of Toronto, has been charged with:

1) Possession Cocaine

A 66 year old man, of Toronto, has been charged with:

1) Possession of Cocaine

On Wednesday, September 26, 2012, police executed a search warrant on a home in the Woodbine Avenue/Sammon Avenue area.

- police seized a quantity of cocaine, heroin and Canadian currency.

A 42 year old man, of Toronto, has been charged with:

1) four counts of Traffic in Cocaine 2) Possession for the Purpose Cocaine

A 27 year old man, of Toronto, has been charged with:

1) Possession for the Purpose Cocaine2) Possession of Proceeds of Crime3) Fail to comply Recognizance

A 24 year old man, of Toronto, has been charged with:

1) Possession for the Purpose Cocaine2) Possession of Heroin3) Possession of Proceeds of Crime

A 43 year old female, of Toronto, has been charged with:

1) Possession for the Purpose Cocaine2) Possession of Proceeds of Crime

A 40 year old man, of Toronto, has been charged with:

1) Possession for the Purpose Cocaine2) Possession of Heroin

A 31 year old women, of Toronto, has been charged with:

1) Possession for the Purpose Cocaine2) Possession of Heroin3) Fail to comply Recognizance

A 42 man, of Toronto, has been charged with:

1) Possession for the Purpose Cocaine2) three counts of Fail to Comply with Probation

A 48 year old man, of Toronto, has been charged with:

1) Possession for the Purpose Cocaine2) Possession of Heroin

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ARREST #2

It is alleged that:

- a 19-year-old woman boarded a northbound TTC bus at Coxwell Avenue near O’Connor Drive at approximately 11:30 a.m.,

- the woman was seated at the back of the bus when the accused, seated behind her, engaged her conversation

- the accused sexually assaulted her

- the woman moved seats to avoid the accused

- the accused followed her and again sat directly behind her and sexually assaulted her

A 22 year old man of Toronto, has been charged with Sexual Assault.

Police believe there may be more victims.

ARREST #3

Male 48 yrs

The accused was at a bar on the Danforth with his girlfriend at which time she pointed out victim # 1who she had a problem with the day before

The accused confronted the victim, punched him in the face, then stabbed him with a knife in thestomach and chest

Victim # 2 tried to intervene and was stabbed in the shoulder.

INJURIES: Victim # 1 made his way to Toronto East General Hospital where he was treated for a stabwound to the abdomen. Extent of injuries unknown at time of writing.

Victim# 2 attended Toronto East General Hospital where he was treated for a cut to the right shoulder

The accused then left this bar, walked along the Danforth and attempted to enter another bar. He was confronted by Victim # 3, the bar owner and refused entry. He punched the victim in the face.

At the time of these offences the accused was on a Recognizance for numerous drug related offences.

The accused was charged with numerous offences and held for a show cause hearing.

ARREST #4

The Victim was involved in a fight with another male when the accused pulled out a tire iron and beat the victim in the head. He fled the apartment building but was arrested by police out front. The victim received bruising and laceration to his head.

The accused was on probation with a condition not to possess any weapons. He was chargedaccordingly.

The accused also received injuries in the altercation including a laceration to the head which required 7staples.

ARREST #5

The accused, co-accused and 2 other unidentified Y/Os, males, robbed two youths at knife point at Stan Wadlow park. They stole a cell phone. I-Pod and bicycle. Both accused were on Probation with a specific condition to have no contact with each other.

The accuseds were arrested and charged with numerous offences, including robbery.

ARREST #6

On Monday September 17, 2012 the accused was investigated outside an address on Danforth Avenue for a Liquor Licence Act infraction.

While being investigated the accused attempted to conceal a folding knife inside his front right pants pocket.

The accused fled on foot but arrested a short distance away.

The accused was also found to be breaching the conditions of two probation orders.

The accused was charged accordingly

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54 DIVISION TRAFFIC OFFICE

On Thursday, September 27, 2012, between 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., TPS Divisional traffic officers attended intersections across the city, speaking with pedestrians about safety risks while crossing the street and texting/talking on cell phones or listening to music with headphones.

Seven of the 17 pedestrian fatalities this year are a result of vehicles turning at intersections.

Police are encouraging pedestrians not to use communication devices while crossing the street.

Brittany, a 23-year-old woman who sustained serious injuries when she was struck by a car, crossing mid-block was at Coxwell Ave and Danforth Ave to tell her story.

With Halloween coming in the next couple of weeks, drivers need to take extra care. Here are some helpful traffic tips to help you and your family stay safe during this time of year.

1. Drive slowly in residential areas where children are more likely to be trick-or-treating. Did you know that drivers cannot accurately judge their own speed when driving? The higher the speed, the less likely you are to see a child pedestrian, and the harder it is to stop quickly.

2. Watch out for kids, many of whom may be wearing costumes with masks that make it difficult for them to see. With the excitement of Halloween, children may forget simple pedestrian safety rules. They have a tendency to dart out in the most unexpected places - the most common being between parked cars. Remember also that costumes can limit a child's vision and they may not be able to see your vehicle.

3. Reduce your distractions and stay alert. All your concentration should be on the road, not diverted by cell phones or loud music.

4. Remember to enter and exit driveways slowly and carefully.Excited trick-or-treaters may run on sidewalks, or dart out unexpectedly. Proceed with caution, when entering or exiting the roadway.

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Some useful information from Health Canada’s website:

Coming up with a creative disguise doesn't mean that safety needs to be forgotten, so here are some safety tips to keep in mind.

• October 31 can be a chilly night so make sure that costumes are loose enough to be worn over warm clothing but not so baggy or long that trick or treaters can trip over their costumes.

• Trick-or-treaters should wear sturdy walking shoes.• Choose brightly-coloured costumes that will be clearly visible to motorists. For greater visibility, add or

incorporate reflective tape into the costume.• Make-up and face paint are better than wearing masks which can restrict breathing and/or vision. If you

choose to use a mask make sure it is one that allows the child to see and breathe easily.• Swords, knives and similar accessories should be made of soft, flexible material.• Look for costumes, beards and wigs labelled "Flame-Resistant" -- nylon or heavyweight polyester costumes

are best. Flame Resistant does not mean 'fire proof'. Avoid costumes with baggy sleeves or flowing skirts to minimize the risk of contact with candles and other fire sources. Costumes made of flimsy materials have been found to burn more quickly when exposed to fire sources.

• Think twice before changing the colour of your eyes with cosmetic contact lenses. These cosmetic lenses should be used only under the supervision of an eye-care professional. In addition, wear time should be limited to the shortest duration possible. The lenses must never be worn while asleep, and cosmetic contact lenses should not be shared with others. If you should choose to wear these lenses, be certain that they are cleaned properly.

Decorating Your HouseBy decorating your home, you signal to other trick-or-treaters that your household is taking part in Halloween.

• Children too young for trick-or-treating can dress up in costume and help answer the door with a parent nearby.

• Small children should never carve pumpkins. Instead, let your child draw a face on the pumpkin.• Make your home safe for trick-or-treaters. Remove all objects around the outside of your house that could

cause children to trip or fall. Turn your outside light on so children will know they can visit your home.• Keep candles, jack-o-lanterns, matches and lighters in a place that children cannot reach.• Halloween candles with multiple wicks close to one another are hazardous and should not be used. When lit

they can produce a single high flame or several large flames close together resulting in intense heat and the danger of igniting nearby materials such as curtains or window sills.

• Keep pets inside and away from trick-or-treaters and lit candles, especially if they are easily frightened or become over-excited in the presence of strangers.

• If using decorative lights indoors or outdoors, use lights certified by a recognized organization such as the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) or the Underwriters' Laboratory of Canada (ULC or C-UL). Check lights for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires or loose connections. Discard damaged sets. Do not overload extension cords.

HALLOWEEN SAFETY

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Trick-or-Treat!On Halloween, most trick and treaters set out around dusk but the youngest wave of ghosts, witches and rock stars might begin ringing your bell in the late afternoon.

Parents should accompany their children each year until the children are old enough to go by themselves. Still, safety-minded parents can follow along at a distance to keep an eye on the children.

Other Tips:

• Tell your children not to eat any goodies until you see them. Make sure that your child eats dinner before they set out, so they'll be less tempted to eat their goodies along the way.

• It might be a good idea for parents or children to take along a backpack to empty the goodies into if the trick-or-treat bags become too heavy.

• Children should stay in well-lit areas and should only visit homes that have their outside lights turned on. Children should never go inside homes or cars.

• Children should walk, not run, from house to house and stay on the sidewalk or at the side of the road facing traffic, cross the road at the corner and look both ways before crossing the road.

The GoodiesThe best part about Halloween! But before your children begin to eat their loot, make sure you examine it first. Throw out any treats that are not wrapped, those in torn or loose packages, or any that have small holes in the wrappers. Check toys or novelty items for small parts and do not allow children under three years to play with them.

HALLOWEEN Cont’d

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Rock ClimbingThe 54 Division Rock Climbing Program involves officers from 54 Division CRU and youth from the neighbourhoods in the division. The program is run by PC Marc Hayford. For more information visit facebook.com/ProActionRockClimbing or email at marc.hayford@torontopolice.on.ca

ProAction Hockey LeagueThe ProAction Hockey League (PAHL) is run by PC Pat Francois. The program runs every Sunday at 3pm at the Angela James Arena on Grenoble Drive. For more information visit www.PAHLhockey.net or email patrick.francois@torontopolice.on.ca

ProAction Mountain BikingThe ProAction Mountain Bike Club is run by PC Marc Hayford. Photos and videos can be found at facebook.com/ProActionMountainBiking. PC Hayford can be contacted email, marc.hayford@torontopolice.on.ca or via twitter @PC99900

54 COMMUNITY RESPONSE The Community Response Unit Officers at 54 Division have a busy month this October. While some of our community programs are winding down for the winter, eg: ProAction Mountain Biking, others are just beginning, eg ProAction Hockey League in Flemingdon Park. The officers at 54 Division are committed to improving the quality of life for the many children living in our priority neighbourhoods. When they were kids themselves growing up, many of the officers have had the opportunity to enjoy the sports of their choice but they recognize the high costs now associated with these activities. By teaming up with our many community partners like, ProAction Cops & Kids, Canadian Tire Jump Start and the Don Mills Civitan Club our officers have been able to secure the required funding to allow the children living in our priority neighbourhoods these same opportunities. Please come out to the Angela James Arena, in Flemingdon Park each Sunday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM and join in the fun and cheer our future superstars on.

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54 Division CPLC

The Community-Police Liaison Committee (CPLC) is pleased to represent the community as we work together with the leadership and officers of 54 Division of the Toronto Police Service.  The partnership is ongoing and consistent, and not simply a reaction to specific incidents in the division, and therefore gives the community a voice and an understanding of police issues throughout the year.

 Our Annual CPLC-Police Town Hall is on Thursday, October 25 (6:30pm for refreshments and 7pm for the meeting) at the East York Civic Centre (Coxwell and Mortimer).  This is a great opportunity for all members of the 54 Division community to form a big "CPLC" for one night.  Come out to hear directly from 54 Division leadership about trends and priorities in the community, learn valuable crime prevention strategies to keep our community even safer, and ask any Police or CPLC questions.  The 54 Division CPLC members are here to serve our community -- if there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to contact us (call 416-808-5419 and ask to talk to a CPLC member and we will contact you ASAP).  

Home Surveillance Camera Project

Home surveillance cameras are becoming more and more popular as their cost continues to decrease. Over the past few years, officers from 54 Division have been able to utilize footage from home security cameras to assist us in solving crimes. A home security camera may not only capture crime occuring on your property, but it may also capture a crime happening on your neighbours property.

If you are interested in purchasing a system for your home and are unsure of what to look for, contact us at 416-808-5419 and we would be happy to assist you in any way possible.

If you already have a system set up at your home, why not contact us and help set up a community list of cameras to help us solve crimes in your neighbourhood. If we are investigating a crime a few doors down from your home, we would be able to contact you and make arrangements to have the video viewed. The footage from your camera may have captured a suspect.

If you would like to assist us in keeping our communities safe, contact the 54 Community Response Unit at 416-808-5419 and ask for Constable Marc Hayford.

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54 DIVISION COMMUNITY MAP

Flemingdon Park PC Marc Hayford PC Dennis Chen PC Colin Duthie

Victoria Village/O’Connor PC Todd JurianszParkview PC Darryl Pleshe PC Luciano Santoro

Woodbine-Lumsden/Cresent Town PC Paul Bird PC Shane Miller PC Greg Parliament PC Pat Francois

Old East York/Danforth Village PC Mark MinamiBroadview North and Playter estates PC Rory Hopkins PC Sue Alldread

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PROACTION MOUNTAIN BIKINGThe ProAction Mountain Bike Club has been going strong. We have completed two rides in the trails. We have lots of videos and photos on our facebook page. (facebook.com/proactionmountainbiking). We would like to thank Stephen Ryan and Richard for returning with their bikes this year and Eric for returning for the 3rd year. They have been invaluable as they show the new youth the basics of mountain biking and help them down the trails.

We would like to thank the Mikey Network for the donation of our defibrillator . This device is stored in our trailer during rides and is available to anyone during a medical emergency. We cross paths with many other cyclists during our rides and should the need ever arise, we will be there to render first aid until the paramedics arrive.

We would also like to thank Canadian Tire Jumpstart. They have donated tents to our program for over night trips and an event tent to protect us from the sun before and after rides.

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YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

This season, 54 Division has started a basketball league. The league is sponsored by ProAction cops and kids and Canadian Tire Jumpstart. Kids aged 11-14 from Flemingdon Park, Parma Court/Wakunda Place and Pape/Cosburn neighbourhoods participate in the games every Friday evening after school. Youth from these communities also act as volunteer coaches, referees and score keepers. Four community centre’s have open their doors to us and assisted in finding youth for the program. The staff at O’Connor Community Centre, Dennis R Trimbrell, East York Community Centre and Secord Community Centre all have assisted us in getting this program underway.

For more information, contact PC Dennis Chen at 416-808-5419

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