The 14 Division - Gord Perks

Unit Commander Superintendent Mario Di Tommaso, O.O.M.

Uniform & Detective Operations Inspector Dave Vickers The 14 Division Community Bulletin is produced by Constable Gordon Reid. Contributions and suggestions are submitted by other members. No suspect reported in this bulletin is necessarily guilty of any criminal offence until convicted in a court of law. For more information call 416-808-1427 or send your email to [email protected]

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14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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14 Division had a very busy summer with a number of large community events that continued to have a significant impact on our staffing levels. Our community also experienced a very tragic event involving the loss of life of young man that resulted in Constable Forcillo being charged with Second Degree Murder. Events of note most certainly include the Canadian National Exhibition that just came to a close on September 2nd. Notwithstanding the publicity surrounding the food poisoning related to a particular burger, this annual event drew record numbers of attendees. The event was very successful in that there were no serious policing issues. I would like to extend my thanks to our Auxiliary Officers, Rovers and Youth in Policing Initiative ( Y.I.P.I.) students for participating and helping to police the annual fall fair. As we enter the Fall season, many families return to the routine of back to school regimes. Our focus on safety increases, and with that, additional traffic campaigns are necessary to ensure the safety of our students and their families. “Back to School – Back to Basics – Remember Road Safety” is the name of our latest traffic safety campaign. It is a two week initiative that begins on September 3rd and will run until September 13th. The focus will be on targeting road users who put our children at risk. It focuses on a number of offences and locations in 14 Division. Please refer to Sergeant Catherine White’s bulletin for additional details and statistics. Our summer YIPI students recently graduated at a ceremony held at the MacDonald Block of our Provincial Government. It was a grand event with much positive recognition of the hard work and dedication shown by each of those who participated in this year’s program. Congratulations to Tristan Andrews, Ajantha Arunthavarajah, Joonie Cidro and Thivyaa Mohanathas for all your diligence, and from all of us at 14 Division, we wish you much success with your future studies and professional endeavours. We now welcome three new YIPI students to our station, Sabrina Almeda, Adrienne McGee and Apina Vigeneswaran. These new YIPI students are paid to participate and work at 14 Division in our after school program. This program is a testament to the importance that the Toronto Police Service places on the relationship between TPS and our youth. I am very pleased to relate some of the exceptional work done by some of our officers here at 14 Division. Most recently, two of our Community Response Officers 14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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Constable Shawn Kane and Usman Haroon were engaged in regular patrols in the area of Queen Street West and Spadina Road area when they observed a vehicle with three occupants. The vehicle was stopped regarding a Highway Traffic Act offence. As the officers approached the vehicle, the front passenger was seen removing his sweatshirt. The passenger exited the vehicle and ran off on foot. He discarded the sweatshirt which contained a fully loaded semi-automatic handgun. The officers caught the young man and placed him under arrest. The individual has been charged with the following: Possession of marihuana Unauthorized presence of firearm in a motor vehicle Unauthorized possession of firearm Possession of a firearm knowing its possession is prohibited Possession of a restricted firearm with ammunition Careless use of a firearm Fail to wear seatbelt On Friday August 9, 2013, officers were called to attend a busy night club in our entertainment district in response to a shooting incident that injured a male door person. After a thorough investigation conducted by our investigators, two men were arrested, a total of 11 firearm related offences were laid. One of the individuals was also charged with Attempt Murder. Another notable arrest was conducted by our Major Crime Unit, who relentlessly carried out a thorough and praiseworthy investigation into numerous break and enters and thefts at various Goodlife Fitness locations in the city. Through photographic evidence and execution of search warrants, the female suspect was apprehended and charged with several counts of Break and Enter, Theft Under, Mischief Under and Possession of Burglary tools relating to thefts from lockers. The shooting of Sammy Yatim in late July 2013 was truly a tragedy. Once again I offer my condolences to the Yatim family for their unimaginable loss. The event was captured on video and posted on YouTube. That video and subsequent videos inflamed our community. The Special Investigations Unit invoked their mandate to investigate and ultimately charged Constable James Forcillo with Second Degree Murder. The Police Services Act regulations prohibit police officers from making comment on an investigation where the SIU has invoked its mandate. The public rightly demanded answers. The public rightly had concerns. I can tell you that our 14 Division officers are frustrated that they, and I, cannot provide answers to the public’s very legitimate questions and quest for understanding. The law simply prohibits us from doing so. 14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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I believe in police oversight, in police being accountable to civilian authority. We are accountable to the Police Services Board. We cooperate with the Special Investigations Unit where our actions are scrutinized in the Courts if criminal charges are laid. We cooperate with investigations undertaken by the Office of the Independent Police Review Director and our own Professional Standards Unit, both of whom have the authority to cause allegations of misconduct to be brought before a Hearings Officer at a formal Police Tribunal, where discipline can range from reprimand to outright dismissal. The Chief of Police is compelled by law to cause an investigation into the conduct, policies, procedures, training and equipment pertinent to this incident to take place. The conduct part of this investigation will examine the conduct of all officers at the scene and is being conducted by our Professional Standards Unit. The investigation into the policies, procedures, training and equipment is being led by retired Supreme Court of Canada Justice Frank Iaccobucci. The system is working. The accountability is there. The answers the public demands will come out at the Superior Court trial of Constable Forcillo, where evidence will be presented and tested, where true experts will be challenged and accredited. A Superior Court Judge or a jury of twelve citizens will make a determination of guilt or innocence based on all of the facts, all of the evidence and not on the speculation that we have seen and heard from some media and self-appointed experts. The decision will be an informed decision based on the law, based on all of the facts, on all of the evidence; evidence that has been tested in a court of law and not merely in the court of public opinion. I ask our community to be mindful of Constable Forcillo’s Charter right, his presumption of innocence. Like every other Canadian, he too has this fundamental right. I ask our community not to judge every police officer with the same hostility and vitriol they may feel towards Constable Forcillo. Our officers are out there serving and protecting, keeping the community safe, and putting themselves in harm’s way so that our citizens can be safe. Subjecting our officers to open hostility, vitriol and caustic remarks is not helpful if we as a community are to move forward, together. Investigations into police conduct, training, policy, procedures and equipment are being conducted. These investigations, in my view, ought to assure the public that the police are under control and are accountable. I have asked my officers to hold their heads up high, to look after each other, to work hard and to continue with the honourable profession they have chosen. I know that notwithstanding being subjected to verbal abuse by some members of the community during the course of their duties, they will all rise to the occasion and will continue to serve and protect their community as they have sworn to do. 14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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The police and the community have much important work to do, together, to make this city an even safer place. This single even cannot erase the years of progress and hard work we have all achieved together, as a community. We need to maintain our focus on this most important work. To do otherwise, would be an abdication of our shared responsibility. We thank all those who took the time out of their day to express their continued support and appreciation of the many officers at 14 Division for their perseverance and dedication to duty.

Mario Di Tommaso, O.O.M. Superintendent 14 Division


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MESSAGE FROM Catherine White Traffic Sergeant 14 DIVISION

September reminds us that the summer is almost over as the children head back to school, but the high traffic volumes continue contribute to reduced road safety, as well as increased driver frustration, commute times, and congestion. The Service has launched the annual commencing Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013 and concluding on Friday, September 13th, 2013. This two-week initiative will focus on road users that blatantly and carelessly put children at risk as a result of their poor driving habits. Please be patient and use our roadways carefully. Remember, Road Safety Starts with You.

Drive Safe.

Guide to Driving Safely with Infants and Small Children Properly used child seats and booster seats can significantly reduce the chance of children being hurt and/or killed in collisions. Car seat clinics indicate that many car seats are installed improperly. Common errors include not tightening the seatbelt and harness enough, and not properly using a tether strap when required.


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Make sure your child is safe and secure, and is buckled up right. Children under 13 years of age are safest in the back seat away from all active air bags. By law, drivers are responsible for ensuring passengers under 16 years of age are secured properly. It is mandatory for anyone transporting children to make sure they are properly secured in a child car seat, booster seat or seatbelt. Infants Newborn babies and infants require special protection while in a vehicle. In a collision, using properly installed rear-facing car seats can save your child's life. Infant car seats should face the back of the vehicle, rest at a 45-degree angle and move no more than 2.5 cm (1 in.) where the seatbelt or Universal Anchorage System (UAS) strap is routed through the child car seat. If necessary, use a towel or a foam bar (pool noodle) under the base of the child car seat to adjust the angle. Harness straps should sit at or below a baby's shoulders. You should not be able to fit more than one finger underneath the harness straps at the child's collarbone. The chest clip should be flat against the chest at armpit level. When the child outgrows the maximum height and weight of his/her infant seat, you may require a convertible rear-facing seat until your child is ready to be facing forward. The law requires using a rear-facing car seat until the baby is at least 9 kilograms (20 lb.) The law is a minimum requirement. It’s best to keep your child rear-facing until they are at least one year old or until they have reached either the maximum height or weight limits of the rear-facing seat. •Birth to 9 kg (20 lb.) •Rear-facing seat •Use away from an active airbag

Toddlers A child can start riding facing forward when he or she is at least 9 kg (20 lb.).


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To prevent the car seat from moving forward and causing injury in a collision, it is important to use the tether strap exactly as the manufacturer recommends. If your vehicle does not have a tether anchor in place, contact a dealership to have one installed. To install a forward-facing car seat, fasten the tether strap, then use your body weight to tighten and fasten the seatbelt or Universal Anchorage System (UAS) strap. Ensure that the shoulder straps are at or above the child's shoulders. Straps should be snug, with only one finger width between the strap and the child's chest. Avoid using aftermarket car seat products. They can become projectiles or may have hard or sharp surfaces that can hurt the child in a collision. •9 to 18 kg (20-40 lb.) •Forward-facing seat •Use with a tether strap Pre-school to 8 years old The law requires booster seats for children who have outgrown a child car seat but are too small for a regular seat belt. Booster seats are required for children under the age of eight, weighing 18 kg or more but less than 36 kg (40-80 lb.) and who stand less than 145 cm (4 feet-9 inches) tall. A child can start using a seatbelt alone once any one of the following criteria is met: •child turns eight years old •child weighs 36 kg (80 lb.) •child is 145 cm (4 feet-9 inches) tall. Seatbelts are designed to protect adults. Booster seats raise the child up so that the adult seatbelt works more effectively. Booster seats protect against serious injury 3 ½ times better than seatbelts alone. A lap and shoulder combination belt must be used with all booster seats. Your child's head must be supported by the top of the booster, vehicle seat or headrest. The shoulder strap must lie across the child's shoulder (not the neck or face) and middle of the chest, and the lap belt must cross low over the hips (not the stomach/abdomen). Never use seatbelt adjusters. •Between 18 and 36 kg (40—80 lb.) •Booster seat •Use with lap and shoulder belt


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Youth Seatbelts are designed for adults and older children. Once your child can sit all the way against the vehicle seat back with legs bent comfortably over the edge of the seat, and with the shoulder belt flat across the shoulder and chest, he or she is ready to move from the booster seat to the vehicle seatbelt. Make sure the shoulder strap lies across the child's shoulder and the middle of the chest (not the neck or face), and the lap belt crosses over the hips (not the stomach). Children under 13 years of age are safest in the back seat. Never put two children in the same seatbelt or place the shoulder strap behind the child's back. Use a seatbelt for every trip and teach your child to wear a seatbelt by always wearing one yourself! •36 kg (80 lb.), or 145 cm (4', 9”) tall or 8 years old •One person. One seatbelt Important tips to keep your child safe and secure… •Use the right seat for the child's height and weight. •Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for correct child car seat installation and use. •Be sure to secure the child correctly. Make sure harness straps are snug and tight. Use a tether strap with a forward-facing child car seat. Keep children away from all active air bags. Children under 13 years of age are safest in the back seat. •Use caution when buying or using a pre-owned child car seat. Buy new, or from someone you know, and check it carefully. Make sure the car seat has: ◦instructions and all necessary hardware ◦not been in a collision ◦a Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) sticker 14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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◦not expired or beyond the seat's useful life date. Transport Canada provides a list of manufacturers of car seats and booster seats sold in Canada which includes the expiry/life date of their products at safedrivers-childsafety-car-time-stages-1873.htm ◦no discoloured (stress) marks or cracks and the harness is not worn or torn. For more information about child car seat safety, please contact: Service Ontario - 1 800 268-4686 Ministry of Transportation web: www.mto.gov.on.ca

RIDE SPOTCHECKS 14 Division officers continue to focus their efforts on the issues of Drinking and Driving. To date 14 Division has conducted 112 R.I.D.E. spot-checks. To date 43 drivers have been arrested within 14 Division from Impaired Driving.. R.I.D.E. Spotchecks Vehicles Stopped:

8,836

Total Test: Pass Test: WarnTest: Fail Test:

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Remember, Road Safety Starts with You. Catherine Catherine White #229 Traffic Response Unit Sergeant 14 Division 416-808-1424 Business 416-808-1402 Fax [email protected]


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A woman faces 14 Criminal charges in a Theft, Mischief and Break & Enter Investigation. HANNA AVENUE AND SNOOKER STREET - There has been a series of thefts and Break and Enters at several Good Life Fitness Centres. Video and stills were obtained from the Good Life located at Hanna Avenue and Snooker Street, Toronto. D/C Zerucelli, 14 MCU (Major Crime Unit), took the photo and sent it to all Good Life Fitness centres. It is alleged that on Saturday, July 21, 2013 at approximately 9:45 p.m. the accused entered the Good Life fitness located at Hanna Avenue and Snooker Street Toronto. Once inside the accused entered the club and attended the Women’s locker room. Once inside the change room the accused used bolt cutters to cut the lock of a locker (charge#1). Once the lock was cut the accused stole the victim’s duffel bag which contained her cell phone, house keys, car keys, identification and her credit and debit cards (charge#2).


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The accused then made her way to another locker and proceeded to cut the lock off (charge#3). Once the lock was cut, the accused stole the victim’s bag from her locker which contained her Wallet, house keys, credit cards, debit card, and her identification (charge#4). The accused then left the Good Life and attended one of the victim’s Home addresses in the Parkdale Area, Toronto. The accused used the key that was stolen and unlocked the front door and entered the home. The accused then stole an Apple iMac computer, Apple Macbook air, Apple iPad 1 and 300 British pounds and a Canadian passport of the victim (Charge#5,6) . No property was recovered. The accused was later identified by officers from surveillance video at the Good Life Fitness. On Monday July 29th, 2013 at approximately 12:57 a.m. the accused entered the Good Life Fitness located at Hanna Avenue and Snooker Street, Toronto. The accused entered the Good Life fitness and made her way to the women’s locker room. The accused made her way to a clothing locker and cut the lock off of the locker using a cutting tool (charge#7). The accused then stole the victims’ bag which contained cell phone, wallet, debit card, credit card, Drivers Licence and Health Card (charge#8). The accused then made her way to another locker and then cut the lock off of that locker using a cutting tool (Charge#9). The accused then stole another victims’ bag which contained Apple iPhone, wallet, Driver licence, Health Card, and credit cards (Charge#10) and subsequently left the Good Life. No property was recovered. 14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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The accused was later identified by officers from surveillance video at the Good Life Fitness. On Saturday August 3rd, 2013 at approximately 12:00 p.m. the accused entered the Good Life Fitness located at Hanna Avenue and Snooker Street Toronto. The accused entered the locker room and cut the victims lock off of the locker (charge#11). The accused proceeded to steal the victim’s bag containing wallet, Health Card, Drivers Licence, credit card and car keys (charge#12). The accused then exited the Good Life. No property was recovered. On Wednesday, July 24th, 2013 the accused entered the Good Life Fitness located at Hanna Avenue and Snooker Street, Toronto and broke into a locker in the women’s locker room. Among other items that were stolen, the accused stole a Halifax Bank credit card. On July 24th, 2013 the accused used the stolen credit card in a Beck Taxi Cab and charged the card in the amount of $44.50 (Charge#13). The total loss to the Halifax Bank is $44.50 (Charge#14). The accused was later identified through surveillance video by officers. As a result of an investigation, a Criminal Code search warrant was executed at The Queensway and Atomic Avenue area on Tuesday August 21, 2013 at approximately 1:55 p.m. The accused was arrested, read her right to counsel and transported to 22 Division and held pending a show cause hearing. 14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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Falyn Clayton, 28 years, of Toronto, has been charged by 14 Division with 5x Mischief Under $5000.00, 5x Theft Under $5000.00, Possession of Burglar Tools, Break & Enter, Use Credit Card Obtained by Crime, Fraud Under $5000.00. The accused has another 11 similar charges laid by 22 Division. Arresting Officers: 14 MCU and 22 MCU Officers


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CRIME PREVENTION BULLETIN:

It's back to school time! As school doors open, traffic gets a little heavier on our streets. People are back from holidays, school buses and public transit are on regular routes, and more people are walking, cycling or driving to school. To help with the transition and share the roads safely, here are some safety tips. Help everyone stay safe this school year. Traveling to School  

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Plan a walking route to school or the bus stop. Choose the most direct way with the fewest street crossings and, if possible, with intersections that have crossing guards. Walk the route with your child beforehand. Tell him or her to stay away from parks, vacant lots, fields and other places where there aren’t many people around. Teach your child never to talk to strangers or accept rides or gifts from strangers. Remember, a stranger is anyone you or your children don’t know well or don’t trust. Teach your children it is ok to say ‘NO’. Tell them to trust their instincts. Be sure your child walks to and from school with a sibling, friend, or neighbour. 14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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Teach your kids — whether walking, biking, or riding the bus to school — to obey all traffic signals, signs and traffic officers. Remind them to be extra careful in bad weather. When driving kids, deliver and pick them up as close to the school as possible. Don’t leave until they are in the schoolyard or building. If your child bikes to school, make sure he wears a helmet that meets one of the safety standards. Research indicates that a helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by up to 85 percent. If your child rides a scooter to school, make sure she wears sturdy shoes, a helmet, kneepads and elbow pads. Teach children to arrive at the bus stop early, stay out of the street, wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before approaching the street, watch for cars and avoid the driver’s blind spot. Remind your children to stay seated at all times and keep their heads and arms inside the bus while riding. When exiting the bus, children should wait until the bus comes to a complete stop, exit from the front using the handrail to avoid falls and cross the street at least 10 feet (or 10 giant steps) in front of the bus. Tell your child not to bend down in front of the bus to tie shoes or pick up objects, as the driver may not see him before starting to move.  If a stranger in a car asks you questions, do not get close to the car (you could get pulled in) and never get in it.  Be sure that your child knows his or her home phone number and address, your work number, the number of another trusted adult and how to call 911 for emergencies.  Establish a code or secret word that only you and your parents know. Remind your children to never give the impression they are home alone if strangers telephone or come to the door. Never open the door for a stranger, and teach them about dialing 911.

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Always remember to wear a helmet, even on a short ride. Ride on the right hand side in the same direction as traffic. Wear bright or high visibility clothing. Know the “rules of the road”. At busy intersections, get off your bike and walk across. 14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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Use extra caution around school zones, crosswalks, and school buses. Observe School Zone speeds. Obey the Crossing Guard. Watch out for young pedestrians and cyclists. Driver and passengers should always wear their seat belts. Throughout the city novice teen drivers will be driving to and from school.

Drivers are reminded to wear their seat belts and ensure they aren’t distracted by car stereos, cell phones, text messaging, or other passengers. A ticket for distracted driving is approximately $155.00, and a safety concern for all of us who share the road. Prevention is the key to safety. Education and awareness should assist children to get safely to and from school.

A purse snatch robbery can occur at anytime and anywhere. To reduce the risk and physical harm to yourself, we recommend that you take the following steps:

 Never place a purse strap around your neck or wrap it around your wrist. Forceful removal could result in serious injury to you and possibly pulled to the ground. Carry your purse over one shoulder and towards the front with one hand tucking the purse close to your body;  Walk with a purpose and be alert and aware of your surroundings and individuals coming close to you;  When individuals approach you, look confident and greet them by saying “good morning” or “good afternoon” and use eye contact;  If possible have a friend accompany you when out walking;  Do not leave your purse draped over the back of a chair when you are in a restaurant or other public area;  Do not leave your purse in an unattended shopping cart or change room when shopping – EVEN FOR A SECOND;  When working, do not leave your purse in plain view. Instead, you should lock it away in a filing cabinet or desk drawer; 14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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 Consider using a fanny pack or waist pouch instead of a purse;  Carry your car and house keys separate from your purse so that in the event your purse is stolen you can still get into your car and home;  Keep a minimal amount of cash with you in your purse. Use credit or debit cards to make your purchases. Plan ahead and carry only what is actually needed for your outing. Keep them in a pocket;  Keep a list of all the cards and documents normally contained within your purse. In the event your purse is stolen, you can contact the appropriate agencies with your specific details. This list should be retained at home in a convenient place to be located quickly;  If someone grabs your purse while you are holding it, release your purse. Do not risk personal injury;  Scream and yell for assistance. I t may scare off a would be attacker; and  Quickly make a mental note of the physical description of the thief, the vehicle he/she may be driving, anyone accompanying him/her, and the direction of travel. This information should be conveyed to the Toronto Police Service as soon as possible. If you are attacked and your purse is stolen, immediately dial 9-1-1 when it is safe to do so and report the incident to the Toronto Police Service. Notify your Financial Institutions, Government Agencies and advise them of your stolen documents and cards. (ATM & Credit cards, cheques, S.I.N., Health Card, Driver’s Licence, etc.) Who Should You Call? - If you know a crime is happening call 9-1-1. - If you see suspicious activity call 416-808-2222. - If you wish to report what you suspect is a drug dealing problem in your neighbourhood, call the Community Response Unit at 416-808-1469. You can also call or attend 14 Division Station, 350 Dovercourt Road, Toronto, 416-808-1400. - If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). - Remember be as specific as you can. 14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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CRIME PREVENTION – A SHARED RESPONSIBILITY All crimes should be reported to the police immediately, even if it is only an attempt. Hesitate only long enough to ensure your safety. Crime cannot be controlled or prevented if it is not reported. By reporting crimes and suspicious activities you can protect yourself and others. Confrontation with suspicious people or suspected criminals is not recommended. Remember your safety is paramount. If a crime has occurred, do not touch anything or clean up until the police have inspected it for evidence.  Become the best witness possible by noticing details about the suspect, mannerism, age, height, weight and appearance; compare them to yourself or people you know.  Memorize tattoos, scars or prominent features.  Note clothing worn but keep in mind that outer clothing can be changed.  Vehicle licence number, make, model, colour and number of doors.  Call police immediately! Hesitate long enough to ensure your own safety. Help us help you. Opening your eyes to your surroundings can mean closing your neighbourhood to crime. To obtain brochures or further information, please contact P.C. Gord Reid, 14 Crime Prevention at 416-808-1427 or email to: [email protected] Remember, trust your instincts!  Be Alert  Be aware  Be prepared

Call 9-1-1 for emergency service - Fire, crime in progress or medical emergency. Toronto Police Service Non-emergency number (to report the crime) 416-808-2222 (Interpretations are available in over 140 languages)


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August 4-31, 2013

RED – Assaults, PURPLE – Commercial B&E, BLUE – Residential B&E, BLACK – Robberies, GREEN – Theft from Vehicle, YELLOW (YELLOW) – Theft of Vehicle. Info via 14 Crime Analyst, P.C. L. McCann #5253. 14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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AUXILIARY POLICE REPORTING:

COMMUNITY BULLETIN – AUXILIARY PROGRAM Our Auxiliary Program in 14 Division consists of 20 active members volunteering service hours and working closely not only with our uniformed PC’s at multiple global venues but also participating in the many divisional programs offered. With the recent promotion in his personal career, Auxiliary Sergeant Ed Dvernechuk has moved on from 14 Division. We would like to wish Auxiliary Sergeant Ed Dvernechuk continued success in his new endeavour. Auxiliary Sergeant Alex Del Duca will partner with Auxiliary P.C. Rob Hara and Paul Brykczynski who will assist with the administration of the Auxiliary program. Together they will lead the troops ensuring we continue to contribute to the successes already shown. Did you know…Each of our Auxiliary Members is required to complete a minimum of 150 hours over the course of a calendar year? Last year our Auxiliary Members collectively volunteered a total of 4,934 hours. It may not seem like you see a lot of them but they are out there volunteering their services in many ways through divisional and global details throughout the year. With the new Auxiliary bike team, as well as all of the new initiatives created by the Community Response Unit and Crime Prevention Officer Reid, you should start to see a lot more of our volunteers helping out with divisional details. 14 Division, Auxiliary To join or if you require additional information regarding the Auxiliary Program please visit our website at www.torontopolice.on.ca and go to the Careers tab.


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TPS Bicycle Registration Form: The 14 Division Management Team urges bike owners to register their bikes for free and make it easier to return your bike to you. https://webapp1.torontopolice.on.ca/BicycleRegistry/Submit

Home Safety for Children http://www.torontoems.ca/main-site/careers/safety-tips/children-at-home.html Internet Safety and Youth http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/is-si/index-eng.htm http://www.bewebaware.ca/english/default.aspx (Kids, teens, families) http://kids.getnetwise.org/safetyguide/ (Family, teens, kids) Kids Safety Zone http://www.torontopolice.on.ca/safetyzone/ http://www.safetyinfo.ca CPAT (Crime Prevention Association of Toronto) http://cpatoronto.org/home/ Membership application: http://cpatoronto.org/home/membership/membership Neighbourhood Watch 416-225-1102 (CPAT) http://cpatoronto.org/home/programs/neighbourhood-watch

14 Community Alert Sign Up (Follow directions and select the mailing lists you wish to receive) https://secure.torontopolice.on.ca/tpsml/ Toronto Crime Stoppers (anonymous) - Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and do not trace IP addresses. www.222tips.com Talk: 416-222-TIPS, 416-222-8477 or 1-800-222TIPS http://youtube.com/user/1800222TIPS Text: TOR and your tip to CRIMES (274637) Type: Submit a Tip Online at (English), https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=312


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P.C. Gord Reid #1703 14 Crime Prevention 416-808-1427 Twitter: @TPS14, https://www.twitter.com/TPS14 Facebook page: 14 Division Toronto Police, https://www.facebook.com/TPS14

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CPLC REPORTING:

Our Common Vision: “Successful! Vibrant! 14Division” The CPLC (Community Police Liaison Committee) is made up of residents, Residential Associations, BIA’s (Business Improvement Association’s), and community partners from 14 Division’s geographical area. Community Groups, Partners and Organizations working towards a common vision; Successful! Vibrant! 14 Division. The CPLC is on Summer Hiatus at this time and will return in September, 2013. Thank you, Cathy Byrd CPLC Co-Chair

The C.P.L.C. holds monthly meetings and consists of volunteers from various walks of life. Officers of all ranks from 14 Division also participate. Volunteers donate significant portions of their free time towards Committee functions. For more information on the C.P.L.C. contact CRU Clerk Reta Seymore at 416-808-1437

Link to donate or to find out more about the Scholarship: http://www.scaddingcourt.org/cplc_community_safety_scholarship


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YOUTH CPLC REPORTING:

YOUTH The YCPLC is on Summer Hiatus and will return again in September, 2013. If you under the age of 18 and live, attend school, or one of our many community centres in 14 Division and wish to join the committee, please contact me. You can also drop us a line if you have any ideas or suggestions. [email protected] Lucy Co-Chair 14 Division YCPLC


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SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD: The Toronto Police Service invites applications for the position of School Crossing Guard to work at one of our Divisions throughout the City. You can contact 14 Division at:  

14 Division – 350 Dovercourt Road, Toronto, ON M6J 3E3 (416) 808-1417

Your main duty is to safely cross all school-aged children up to and including grade 6. As a courtesy, you may assist older children, adults, elderly, the disabled or any other person you feel would benefit from your assistance. We invite you to apply in person at one of the Divisions listed above. As well, for any additional information, please call the Division that is closest to your home address. The salary for this position is $11.67 per hour with 12% Traveling Allowance and 4% Vacation Pay. Note:  All applicants must pass a vision test. 

All applicants must provide a Certificate of Fitness from their family physician confirming that they are physically fit to carry out the duties of a Crossing Guard.

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Must not have been convicted of a criminal offence for which a pardon has not been obtained. If a pardon was obtained, proof of pardon must be provided. If a conditional or absolute discharge has been received, proof that the RCMP has sealed the records must be provided.

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A security check will be conducted.


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From P.C. Gord Reid --Crime Prevention

Our officers are very involved in our neighbourhoods. Here are a few of the activities they have participated in: On August 1, members of KB platoon assisted 52 Division with a demonstration at the Israeli Embassy located at Bloor Street West and Avenue Road, Toronto. The officers assisted with crowd management during the event. On August 2, PC Draper and PC Maicantis, Neighbourhood Resource Officers (NRO) attended a community meeting at 260 Augusta Avenue, Toronto, the St. Stephen's Community House. Plans were discussed with the Youth Criminal Justice Workers to form a strong partnership with their Toronto Police Service. On August 7 NRO’s Draper and Maicantis attended "concrete roses" a youth drop in centre situated at 599 Augusta Avenue. Officers met with Olu the founder and meets and greets with the youth. On August 10 PC Shufman, PC Sukhdeo and PC Cibulis attended 54/55 division to assist with the Taste of the Danforth and provide a safe environment for festival attendees. On August 11 members of KC platoon attended Christie Pits Park for a soft ball game to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the riots that took place in the park. Chief BLAIR was in attendance along with the officers who assistance with crowd management. On August 13, PC Nunes, NRO attended a meeting at 102 Tyndall Avenue, Toronto as requested by the Office of the Mayor. The officer discussed with the tenants ongoing issues with drug activity/use/ and trafficking. The appropriate parties were advised of the residents’ concerns. On August 14 PC Reid, CPO attended Bellwood’s Centre for Community Living, 300 Shaw Street, Toronto for a meeting with residents. The purpose of the 14 Division  Toronto Police Service  416 808 1400  350 Dovercourt Road  Toronto  ON  M6J 3E3

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meeting was to discuss building issues and community safety. There were approximately 25 people in attendance. On August 16, PC Draper and Maicantis, NRO attended a meeting at Toronto Parks, 799 Lakeshore Blvd West, Toronto with Parks Manager, Ray Stukas and Parks General Supervisor Peter White. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss future plans of Bellevue Square Park. On August 19, PC Draper, NRO and PC Kan, KB platoon attended the Alexandra Park Community Centre and spoke with residents attending a mom and toddler meet. Many of the residents were new comers to Canada and had many questions. Officer Kan was able to liaise with the residents in Mandarin and Cantonese discussing local issues and safety. On August 24 the 14 Division NRO’s attended neighbourhood festival in support of the Asian community and interacted well with patrons along Spadina Ave for the China town festival.

On Fridays, during the month of August, Neighbourhood Resource Officers attended the St Felix Centre, Youth drop-in, 25 Augusta Avenue, Toronto and participated in events with the youth.


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COMMUNITY CALENDAR, SEPTEMBER 2013: Here is a list of activities for the upcoming month.

SUN

MON

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

12

13

14

Labour Day CNE Closing

8

9

BACK TO SCHOOLBACK TO BASICS CAMPAIGN 3RD 13TH

10

Grand Parents Day

15

11

23

17

18

CPLC Meeting

Farmers Market 3-7pm, Green P Lot Borden St. S/O Bloor St W

24

25

Fall Begins

Yom Kippur

19

20

21 Queen West Art Crawl Outdoor Art Show and Sale – Trinity Bellwoods Park

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27

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3

4

5


Queen West Art Crawl Outdoor Art Show and Sale – Trinity Bellwoods Park

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Farmers Market 37pm, Green P Lot Borden St. S/O Bloor St W


16

22

Rosh Hashannah.

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1

2


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