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Facebook: A week in review
An aggregate of Facebook posts made by our members in the past week can be found below. Latest posts are at the top:
TorontoPolice
Man charged in 1991 sexual assault on nine-year-old girl, Shane Daniel Garry, 45 Broadcast time: 10:35 Friday, May 24, 2013 Sex Crimes Unit 416-808-7474 The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an arrest in a cold-case sexual assault. It is alleged that: - on Sunday, February 3, 1991, at approximately 2:20 p.m., a nine-year-old girl and her five-year-old sister were playing in the lobby of their apartment building in the Warden Avenue/Danforth Road area - a man approached the girls, asking for help finding a place to eat - the man asked the girls to get in his car - a short time later, the man dropped the five-year-old off at a store on Victoria Park Avenue - the man then drove the nine-year-old to a secluded area and sexually assaulted her - the man then dropped her off at a restaurant on Danforth Road The sexual assault was reported to Toronto police. Despite investigative efforts, the case was unsolved. Forensic DNA evidence was collected at the time of the incident led investigators to identify the suspect. On Thursday, May 23, 2013, at 10:30 a.m., Shane Daniel Garry, 45, of Brampton, was arrested. He has been charged with: 1) two counts of Kidnapping 2) two counts of Forcible confinement 3) Sexual assault 4) Sexual interference 5) Threatening bodily harm 6) two counts of Abandon child under the age of 10 He was scheduled to appear in court at 1911 Eglinton Avenue East on Friday, May 24, 2013, 10 a.m., courtroom 412. Police believe there may be other victims. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7474, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World. Constable Victor Kwong, Corporate Communications, for Detective Ali Ansari, Sex Crimes Unit  Shane GARRY Arrested 1991 Sex Assault~Victims Please Call Police
3 mins ago
TorontoPolice
Man charged in 1991 sexual assault on nine-year-old girl, Shane Daniel Garry, 45 Broadcast time: 10:35 Friday, May 24, 2013 Sex Crimes Unit 416-808-7474 The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an arrest in a cold-case sexual assault. It is alleged that: - on Sunday, February 3, 1991, at approximately 2:20 p.m., a nine-year-old girl and her five-year-old sister were playing in the lobby of their apartment building in the Warden Avenue/Danforth Road area - a man approached the girls, asking for help finding a place to eat - the man asked the girls to get in his car - a short time later, the man dropped the five-year-old off at a store on Victoria Park Avenue - the man then drove the nine-year-old to a secluded area and sexually assaulted her - the man then dropped her off at a restaurant on Danforth Road The sexual assault was reported to Toronto police. Despite investigative efforts, the case was unsolved. Forensic DNA evidence was collected at the time of the incident led investigators to identify the suspect. On Thursday, May 23, 2013, at 10:30 a.m., Shane Daniel Garry, 45, of Brampton, was arrested. He has been charged with: 1) two counts of Kidnapping 2) two counts of Forcible confinement 3) Sexual assault 4) Sexual interference 5) Threatening bodily harm 6) two counts of Abandon child under the age of 10 He was scheduled to appear in court at 1911 Eglinton Avenue East on Friday, May 24, 2013, 10 a.m., courtroom 412. Police believe there may be other victims. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7474, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World. Constable Victor Kwong, Corporate Communications, for Detective Ali Ansari, Sex Crimes Unit  Shane GARRY Arrested 1991 Sex Assault~Victims Please Call Police
3 mins ago
TPS22
Thorncrest Residents - Long Term Toronto Hydro Construction in your area. visit poweruptoronto.ca (Code W13142) for more info
2 hours ago
TPSDPSU
It's likely some one you know suffers from some form of mental illness, as it strikes 1 in 5 persons. We need to collectively stand against those whom stignmatize this disease.  Behind-the-PSA: "Why We Are Here"Go behind the scenes of the new BringChange2Mind PSA, and hear from Glenn and Jessie Close talk about what inspired them to get involved in the mission to en...
4 hours ago
TPS12Div
 StaffSergeant Daryle Gerry's PhotosLUNCH HOUR TAKEN 12 CRU A Platoon having lunch at P&M Restaurant 1972 Weston Road ..... Great food Frank, and great service Nikki
18 hours ago
TorontoPolice
POSTERS PROMOTE RACIAL EQUALITY Each year since 1998, 32 Division officers have witnessed first-hand the creativity of young people in the community. This year was no different. Grade Eight students from schools in the Division showcased their talents in the 15th annual art poster contest to coincide with International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Sponsored by the Community Policing Liaison Committee (CPLC) as a community-outreach initiative, this year´s event attracted 175 posters. More... http://bit.ly/10VYaOB ^km 
21 hours ago
TorontoPolice
FONTANA LEGACY FUNDRAISER Even though she has been gone for three years, Cathy Fontana´s colleagues at 32 Division still feel a close affinity with her. As a tribute to the station operator who succumbed to cancer in 2010, officers have been raising funds for the Canadian Cancer Society through the Fontana Cup recreational hockey game, featuring rookies versus veterans. This year´s event at Canlan Ice Sports Rink raised $3,500. A total of $10,000 has been raised over the past three years. More... http://bit.ly/16QVyc9 ^km 
21 hours ago
TPS55
Dear Parents If your spending money on buying a good stroller do yourself a favour and spend a little more to get a lock for it. We here at 55 Division are now in possession of 3 strollers that were seized this morning. Be proactive and help prevent crime. P.C. Rob McDonald 7290 - 55 Division 
23 hours ago
TorontoPolice
Toronto Police Child Sex Exploitation Unit have arrested George Dasilva in the Yonge St / Carlton St area. He faces 14 child porn charges. Click here for details> http://is.gd/qqfdYL | To report online sexual exploitation please click here> http://bit.ly/CyberTipsCA ^sm 
1 day ago
TPS13
13 DIVISION - CAR SEAT SAFETY CLINIC 1435 Eglinton Avenue West 416- 808- 1300 13 Division Auxiliary Service - Taking the lead supported by Community/Traffic Response Unit Officers CLINIC DATES: Sat. May 25th 10am - 3pm Sat. June 29th 10am - 3pm Sat. July 20th 10am - 3pm Sat. Aug. 24th 10am - 3pm Sat. Sept. 21th 10am - 3pm Mike Matic S/Sgt. #6539 416-808-1319
1 day ago
TorontoPolice
31 Division - Toronto Police Service are looking for 83yr old Pietro "Peter" Marcon in the Weston Road area. He was last seen at noon Wed May 22. Any info please call Toronto Police 416-808-2222. On twitter the official Toronto Police hash tag for the search is #FindPeterALZ ^sm  Timeline PhotosMissing man, Pietro "Peter" Marcon, 83 Official twitter hash tag is #FindPeterALZ | Updates http://Twitter.com/TorontoPolice Missing man, Pietro "Peter" Marcon, 83 Broadcast time: 09:48 Thursday, May 23, 2013 31 Division 416-808-3100 The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing man. Pietro "Peter" Marcon, 83, was last seen on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at approximately noon, in the Weston Road/Damask Avenue area. He is described as 5'5", 130 lbs., and bald on top with grey hair on the sides. He was wearing a checkered black-and-white lumberjacket, grey pants, beige shoes and a purple-and-green Vancouver Canucks touque. He is also wearing a medical alert bracelet. 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, 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. Constable Victor Kwong, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Kevin Brushett, 31 Division ^Social Media Facebook post by ^sm (Corp Comm)
1 day ago
TorontoPolice
Purse snatch suspect TTC College Subway May22/2013 ID'd by police~No charges laid due to mental health issues. For more info read Toronto Police News Release> http://TPS.to/26554 ^sm 
1 day ago
TorontoPolice
Read Toronto Police Service Publication | May/June 2013 edition of "The Badge" featuring story "Guns, Gangs In Crosshairs of Unit For Over A Decade" (pdf) http://bit.ly/TheBadgeMayJun2013 ^sm 
2 days ago
TorontoPolice
SUPERINTENDENT JOINS AFGHAN DEPLOYMENT Officers faced intense training to prepare them for policing challenges that they could never experience at home. Nothing however could have prepared Supt. Diane Miller for the Service´s two-week pre-deployment training course offered to candidates for the International Policing Operations Mission in Afghanistan. More... http://bit.ly/13I7F4P PHOTO: S/Sgt. Kim O´Toole, Const. Tracy Flumian, Supt. Diane Miller, Chief Bill Blair, Det. Tyrone Hilton and Const. Mike Byers ^km 
2 days ago
TPS55
55 Division "Wanted Wednesday" Levon Byers, 18 55 Division 416 808-5500 55 Division´s Crime Management Team in this week´s edition of Wanted Wednesday is looking for Levon Byers, 18. He is wanted for: Possession of a Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition Unauthorized possession of a Firearm Possession of a Firearm obtained by the commission of an offence Possession of a Firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized Possession for the purpose - Marihuana Possession for the Purpose - Cocaine Possession for the Purpose - Ecstasy Possession of Proceeds of Crime Fail to Comply with Recognizance 55 Divisions Major Crime Unit executed a Criminal Code search warrant on Levon Byers residence on May 8th and seized a 45 Calibre Colt Double Eagle Pistol, as well as a quantity of Cocaine, Marihuana, and Ecstasy and ammunition for a 40 cal. hand gun. It alleged that Levon Byers is still in possession of a 40 cal. hand gun and should be considered Armed and Dangerous if you see him call 9-1-1. He is described as male black with brown hair and brown eyes, 6´ 170 lbs with a tattoo of "Faith will Prevail" on his left arm. For further information please visit the following its @tpsofficerrob on twitter. If you have any information about Levon Byers or any of our other outstanding "Wanted Wednesday" people please contact 55 Division at (416)808-5500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at (416)222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips,com, text Toro and your message to CRIMES(2744637), Leave A Tip on Facebook, Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App. On iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App. World. 
2 days ago
TPS55
Hey Toronto we're having a party this afternoon why don't you come join us? 55 Division and and it's CPLC for our annual event at Woodbine Park from 4 until 8 pm today. P.C. Rob McDonald 
2 days ago
TorontoPolice
2 adults + 1 youth charged with arson in Toronto school playground fire | Details> http://TPS.to/26545 ^sm  Timeline Photos42 Division arrest and charge three males in connection to the Mary Shadd P.S. Playground Arson. http://bit.ly/18VJy5w
3 days ago
TorontoPolice
Save characters on your tweets sharing official TPS News Releases! There is a way to share pdf format Toronto Police documents in HTML format in social media! It is easy to do! Want to know how? Read on> Did you know that each Toronto Police Service official news release has a number? If you type TPS.to/ ++add the number) it allows you to share the complete news release in html smart phone friendly format.. To find the numbers quickly on facebook pages, you click on the Facebook app titled "News Releases" on all official Toronto Police Facebook Pages, you can see an up do date list of news releases. The "number" is the five digit number once you click on the link for the specific news release. The same number exists if you view the news release on the Toronto Police Website. Example... a news release just came out for arrests in a arson case at a school in 42 Division - Toronto Police Service .. the last five digits for the official news release are: 26545 ... so the 'short link' can be TPS.to/26545 ... There is no need when composing a tweet for instance to add a "www" or "http" to the front of the short link.. on twitter the link is readable, thus leaving you more room to type your message in 140 characters. Thanks for taking the time to read/learn, and we look forward to more html smartphone friendly links to effectively share our Toronto Police messages in social media! ^sm 
3 days ago
TorontoPoliceDj
Student DJ @avilovski from Cedarbrae CI raises the roof during his performance at #SoYouThinkYouCanDJ 2013. http://t.co/JiqUD46djq TorontoPoliceDJ (@TorontoPoliceDJ) posted a photo on Twitterpic.twitter.com Get the whole picture - and other photos from TorontoPoliceDJ
3 days ago
TAVISTPS
51 Division is looking for Abkar WARY, 25yrs, for attempt murder. Please call if you can help (416)808-5100.  Timeline PhotosAbkar Wary, 25 wanted by 51 Division @[191543066296:274:Toronto Police Service] for attempt murder. If you know where he is call the police non-emergency # 416-808-2222 and ask to speak with investigators at @[157165844364534:274:51 Division Toronto Police Service] (direct 416-808-5100) Anonymous tips submit by clicking the @[194668213906721:128:Leave A Tip Tab] on our @[10381469571:274:Facebook Pages] or calling 1-800-222-8477 for @[31399402628:274:Toronto Crime Stoppers] Details from official press release click http://TPS.to/26518
3 days ago
TAVISTPS
Pass this on if you know anyone looking for employment.  Timeline PhotosAre you a young adult looking to get into the Trade Industry? If you are between the ages of 17-29 years of age, head on over to the Youth Skilled Trades Opportunities Fair taking place May 23 to learn everything you need to know about the industry. Site tours taking place as well.
3 days ago
TPS13
Community Cultural Event - June 1st, 2013 New Dawn Moravian Church Caribbean Culturefest 2 pm - 8 pm. For more information, please contact 416-656-0473. MM
3 days ago
TPSHomicide
Delano Coombs Toronto homicide in the Jane & Dundas area not forgotten.. New DNA evidence gives officer in charge of the case Detective Tam Bui hope to solve the case. Read more on Toronto Police Service website story ^sm  Timeline PhotosNEW EVIDENCE IN COOMBS HOMICIDE It is only a matter of time before new DNA evidence uncovered by forensics experts will lead to a killer, a Homicide Squad investigator told a news conference. Det. Tam Bui said the Centre of Forensic Sciences has been able to obtain a male DNA profile from a sweatshirt police allege was worn by one of the men who killed Delano Coombs, 27. “I consider evidence like this, and I am saying this to the offender, like a time bomb sitting in his lap waiting to go off. Whether it’s 10 months or 10 years from now, one day we might develop a DNA profile and, at that time, we are going to come knocking on your door,” Bui said. More... http://bit.ly/16LRbz4 PHOTO: Sweatshirt of suspect ^km
3 days ago
TAVISTPS
Great job by off-duty Constable Indiran of 32 Division. http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-ash4/275587_100002825025749_7175469_q.jpgPaul MacIntyreYesterday afternoon, a citizen was in the area of Sheppard Ave East & Meadowvale Road when he was robbed of his cellular phone by a youth. An off-duty officer happened to drive by and witnessed the robbery. The officer chased the suspect on foot, arrested him and returned the victim's stolen phone. This morning, a 17 yr old youth appears in court facing charges. "Hats Off" to Constable Indiran of 32 Division for his excellent work!!
3 days ago
TPS22
Catch 22 is once again on the lookout for another wanted person. Kevin Gould is wanted for Assault X 2 Mischief Under $5,000 Threatening Animals Attempt Killing of Injuring an Animal Please contact us at 416-808-2222 / or contact Crimestoppers anonymously 416-888-8477 (TIPS) http://www.torontopolice.on.ca/newsreleases/pdfs/26499.pdf
3 days ago
TorontoPolice
NEW EVIDENCE IN COOMBS HOMICIDE It is only a matter of time before new DNA evidence uncovered by forensics experts will lead to a killer, a Homicide Squad investigator told a news conference. Det. Tam Bui said the Centre of Forensic Sciences has been able to obtain a male DNA profile from a sweatshirt police allege was worn by one of the men who killed Delano Coombs, 27. "I consider evidence like this, and I am saying this to the offender, like a time bomb sitting in his lap waiting to go off. Whether it´s 10 months or 10 years from now, one day we might develop a DNA profile and, at that time, we are going to come knocking on your door," Bui said. More... http://bit.ly/16LRbz4 PHOTO: Sweatshirt of suspect ^km
3 days ago
TPS22
Gypsy Moth Spraying begins in Etobicoke today. Helicopters will be flying at low levels.
3 days ago
TorontoPolice
BACKYARD RESCUE OF INFANT Relaxing at home, just after completing his shift on May 17, 2012, Const. Peter Morris heard a woman screaming for help. Noticing the noise was coming from a house behind his backyard, Morris hopped three fences and found the woman holding a non-responsive baby. More... http://bit.ly/ZayTF0 PHOTO: Const. Peter Moore ^km 
3 days ago
TorontoPolice
Man wanted for attempt murder by west downtown Toronto Police investigators. Abkar Wary, 25 alleged to be involved in an altercation with another man Saturday May 18, 2013 at 2am in the O'Keefe Lane (Yonge Gerrard St areas) Any info call police 416-808-2222 or Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477 ^sm Timeline PhotosAbkar Wary, 25 wanted by 51 Division @[191543066296:274:Toronto Police Service] for attempt murder. If you know where he is call the police non-emergency # 416-808-2222 and ask to speak with investigators at @[157165844364534:274:51 Division Toronto Police Service] (direct 416-808-5100) Anonymous tips submit by clicking the @[194668213906721:128:Leave A Tip Tab] on our @[10381469571:274:Facebook Pages] or calling 1-800-222-8477 for @[31399402628:274:Toronto Crime Stoppers] Details from official press release click http://TPS.to/26518
3 days ago
TPS12Div
12 Division Community Day is June 9th. Check out this video of a previous Community Day excellent job done by Kerland Brown a local videographer ...the junior reporter is outstanding  12 DIVISION ANNUAL PICNICThis is a sample for companies wishing to work with the Gonna Be A Star crew. This video was created for an annual festival but we can customize to suit your...
3 days ago
TPS53
MISSING YOUTH Anthi Nguyen has been LOCATED!
4 days ago
TPS53
MISSING YOUTH 53 Division is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing youth from the area of St Clair Ave West and Avenue Road. Anthi NGUYEN 13 YRS Male Vietnamese, 5'7", medium build, short dark hair, black sweater, black shorts. If you have any information please call 53 Division at (416) 808-5300.
4 days ago
GraffitiBMXCop
#HamOnt Crowd Funded Journalist @JoeyColeman Earns Trust of Community & Cops Using @LiveStream In Real Time  #HamOnt Crowd Funded Journalist @JoeyColeman Earns Trust of Community & Cops Using @LiveStream In Reinternetviolenceprevention.com by Constable Scott Mills Toronto Police Service Corporate Communications Social Media Officer Crime Stoppers Social Media Adviser Every police & emergency service, no matter how big or how small, needs to have a plan & human resources in place for ......
4 days ago
GraffitiBMXCop
D'Arcy McGee School Parent Involvement Evening Fosters Digital Citizenship Says Organizer @SuzyBatista  D'Arcy McGee School Parent Involvement Evening Fosters Digital Citizenship Says Organizer @SuzyBatisinternetviolenceprevention.com There are so many success stories in Toronto that don´t get media attention. D´Arcy McGee school Parent Involvement Night is one of them! The School Resource Officers of 13 Division Toronto Police Service "Officer Terri and Officer Meaghan" along with ......
6 days ago
TPS55
Psst. Hey owners can you answer the following questions. 1, Did you have a car broken into between October 2012 and May 2013 ? 2, Did you report it to the police? 3, Are you missing anything ? If you answered yes to questions 1 and 3 you may want to come to 55 Division on Saturday May 18th and Sunday May 19th between 2 and 8 pm. We'll be displaying a large amount of seized stolen property that we would like to get back to its owners. If you can't make it photo's of the items will subsequently be posted www.torontopolice.on.ca P.C. Rob McDonald 7290 http://www.torontopolice.on.cato/www.torontopolice.on.cato
7 days ago
TPS55
Psst. Hey owners can you answer the following questions. 1, Did you have a car broken into between October 2012 and May 2013 ? 2, Did you report it to the police? 3, Are you missing anything ? If you answered yes to questions 1 and 3 you may want to come to 55 Division on Saturday May 18th and Sunday May 19th between 2 and 8 pm. We'll be displaying a large amount of seized stolen property that we would like to get back to its owners. If you can't make it photo's of the items will subsequently be posted www.torontopolice.on.ca P.C. Rob McDonald 7290 http://www.torontopolice.on.cato/www.torontopolice.on.cato
7 days ago
TPS55
Ashbridges Bay Fire Works 55 Division 416 808-5500 Here is some information that we will hope make everyone´s evening at the Ashbridges Bay Victoria Day Fire more enjoyable for the whole family. The Victoria Day fireworks will be starting 10 P.M. please arrive early as the following road closures will go into effect at approximately 6 pm Lakeshore Blvd from Carlaw Avenue to Kingston Road Eastern Avenue from Coxwell to Queen St. E. Woodbine Avenue from Lakeshore to Kingston Road. Parking being extremely limited and the parking Enforcement Officers will be enforcing the bylaws including the towing of vehicles so people are encouraged to take the TTC. A reminder that Ashbridges Bay and the rest of the waterfront and parks are part of the Toronto parks system so Alcohol and personal Fireworks are prohibited. Officers in attendance will be taking a zero tolerance towards anyone with contravenes the bylaws and people will have the items seized and they may be subjected to being charged. 55 Division will have a social media presence at the event and you can follow it @tpsofficerrob on twitter. Constable Rob McDonald
7 days ago
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