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OPP Ottawa Ottawa Police Service Police Press Releases

Kyanoush REZAEI Wanted By Police – Do Not Approach, Call 911 Immediately

(Ottawa) — The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit (PWEU) is advising that a Bench Warrant has been issued for the arrest of Kyanoush REZAEI, 33, of Ottawa. REZAEI cut off his ankle monitor and failed to appear for sentencing. He is on recent release awaiting sentencing for firearms trafficking across the Canada/United States border in 2022 and other related charges.

As a condition of his release, REZAEI is required to wear an ankle monitor. On Monday, March 3rd, he removed the monitor and discarded it along Highway 417 near Thunder Road. Police believe he may have travelled to the Greater Toronto Area, Montreal, Cornwall, Akwesasne, or possibly attempted to enter the United States. 

REZAEI may be travelling in a black 2020 Land Rover Range Rover with an Ontario licence plate. He is also associated with a white 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus with an unknown licence plate.

REZAEI is described as a Middle Eastern man, 5’9”, approximately 215 lbs, with long wavy dark hair.

Police believe REZAEI has access to firearms and should be considered armed and dangerous.

If you see him, please call 911.

Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of REZAEI is asked to contact the Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement Squad (ROPE) at 416-808-5900 or 1-866-870-ROPE (7673) or the Ottawa Police Service Guns and Gangs Unit at 613-236-1222 extension 5050.

To stay anonymous, call Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online at crimestoppers.ca. 

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Police Press Releases Windsor Police Service

Wanted By Police: Austin Ryall

Police seek stabbing suspect

The Windsor Police Service has issued an arrest warrant for a 25-year-old man following a stabbing downtown.  

Shortly before 1 a.m. on March 1, 2025, police responded to a report of a stabbing in the 500 block of Ouellette Avenue. Officers arrived on scene and located a 22-year-old male suffering from stab wounds. The victim was transported to hospital, where he remains in stable condition.  

Investigators determined that a verbal altercation between the victim and the suspect began inside a nightclub. The dispute escalated into a physical confrontation, during which the suspect produced a knife and stabbed the victim before fleeing the scene.  

Investigators have since identified the suspect as Austin Ryall and issued a warrant for his arrest on charges of aggravated assault and assault with a weapon.  

Ryall is described as a white male, approximately 5’10” tall, with a large build, brown hair, blue eyes, and a light complexion.  

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.  

If you or someone you know is an affected person in need of support, please call Victim Services Windsor Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Victim Assistance Unit at Windsor Police at 519-255-6700, ext. 4879.

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OPP Ottawa Police Service Police Press Releases

Murder: Samuel LAURIN-GAUVREAU Wanted By Police

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit has charged two adults in the February 15th stabbing death of 25-year-old Omar Jonathan Grant of Ottawa.

25-year-old Jacob BLANCHARD appeared in court today and was remanded into custody. 

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of 19-year-old Samuel LAURIN-GAUVREAU of Ottawa for charges of second-degree murder and assault with a weapon. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 5493.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca. 

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Michael MILLS Wanted By Police For Murder

An arrest warrant for second-degree murder has been issued following the 11th homicide of 2024.

On Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m., members of East Division responded to reports of an armed person at 1040 Cedar Street in Oshawa.  Officers arrived on scene and located a male shot inside the building, he was pronounced deceased on scene.

The victim has been identified as 29-year-old Dennis Binda of Oshawa.

On Monday, January 6, 2025, an arrest warrant was issued for Michael MILLS, age 44, for the charge of Second-Degree Murder.

Anyone with new information about this investigation is asked to contact Det. MacKinnon of the Homicide Unit at 1-888-579-1520 x 5411.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation. These allegations have yet to be proven in court.

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Police Press Releases Toronto Police

Suspect Sought in Assault Cause Bodily Harm Investigation

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance identifying a suspect in an Assault Cause Bodily Harm investigation.

On Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 11:53 p.m., police responded to a call for an Assault at the Kennedy Subway Station area.

It is reported that:

  • a man followed the victim into a bathroom stall
  • the victim confronted the man 
  • the man assaulted the victim
  • the victim was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries

The man is described as 6’0″ tall, with a medium build, short brown hair and clean shaven. He was wearing a gray sweater, black jacket and black jeans.

Images have been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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Police Press Releases Toronto Police

Meagan Coote Wanted in an Aggravated Assault Investigation

Case #: 2024-2787604 

Published: Friday, December 27, 2024, 9:31 PM

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a woman wanted in an Aggravated Assault investigation. 

On Friday, December 27, 2024, at approximately 3:36 a.m., police responded to a call for a Stabbing in the Queen Street West and Beaty Avenue area.

It is alleged that:

  • the suspect broke into a residential apartment unit
  • the suspect was armed with a weapon, and stabbed the victim multiple times
  • the victim was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries
  • the suspect left on foot in an unknown direction of travel

Meagan Coote, 43, of no fixed address is wanted for:

  1. Break and Enter
  2. two counts of Assault with a Weapon
  3. Aggravated Assault
  4. Disobey Lawful Order of Court

She is described as 5’6”, with a medium build, has dirty blonde hair, and light coloured eyes. She was last seen wearing a tan coloured jacket and a light brown knitted scarf.

An image has been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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Police Press Releases Toronto Police

Pyjama Pants Escapes Police Custody

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance identifying a suspect wanted in an assault investigation.

On Sunday, December 15, 2024, at approximately 5:55 p.m., police responded to a call for a Person  with a Knife in the York Mills Road and Yonge Street area.

It is reported that:

  • the suspect and victim got into a dispute after exiting the subway station on Yonge Street
  • the suspect assaulted the victim
  • officers attended and investigated both parties
  • the suspect fled police custody after being arrested 

The suspect is described as approximately 20-years old, with black curly hair.  He was last seen wearing a black puffy jacket with a white “North Face” logo on the rear right shoulder, red hoodie, black neck warmer, black and white checkered pyjama pants, and white sneakers.

Images have been released.

Investigators are asking for anyone that witnessed the incident or has in car camera footage to please contact police.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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London Police Service Police Press Releases

Do You Recognize These Suspects

LONDON, ON (December 19, 2024) – Members of the London Police Service Street Crime Unit are seeking the public’s assistance as the result of an ongoing investigation.

At approximately 10:10 a.m., on Sunday, December 8, 2024, an employee of a business called police to report property damage and theft of property from a business in the 400-block of Pond Mills Road.

Video surveillance was reviewed, and officers learned that two male suspects damaged and stole property from the business shortly after 4 a.m. that morning.

The suspects have not yet been identified, and the investigation had been reassigned to the LPS Street Crime Unit.

Investigators are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the suspects and asking anyone who may have been in the area between 3:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. on December 8, 2024, with dashcam footage, residential or business video surveillance that may assist with the investigation to contact the London Police Service.

Photos of the men have been obtained and attached to the website.A picture of the suspects

The property damage is estimated to be approximately $22, 000.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers.

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Police Press Releases Toronto Police

Wanted: Assault With Weapon

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance identifying a man wanted in an Assault with a Weapon investigation.

On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 7:00 p.m., police responded to a Call for a Person with a Knife on board a TTC bus near Victoria Park Station.

It is reported that:

  • a man approached the victim on the TTC bus
  • the man pulled out a knife and threatened the victim in an attempt to rob them
  • the man was unable to obtain anything from the victim
  • the victim exited the bus
  • the man fled in an unknown direction

The man is described as 30-40 years old, 5’10” tall, 165 lbs., with brown hair. He was wearing a black toque, brown jacket, gray sweater, black shirt, blue jeans and carrying a black backpack.

Images have been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

Case #: 2024-2528337 

Published: Thursday, December 19, 2024, 4:43 PM

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Peel Regional Police Police Press Releases

Bryan Devereaux Wanted By Police – Licence Plate DARP182

Region of Peel – Investigators from the 11 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau seek assistance from the public to locate a man involved in a physical altercation with a female.

On December 17, 2024, at 11:47 a.m. police received a report of an altercation between a man and a woman in the area of Mississauga Road and Meadowvale Boulevard in Mississauga.

During the incident, the man was reportedly seen striking the female and forcing her into a vehicle before leaving the area.

The vehicle is a 2006 Acura MDX SUV, black in colour bearing Ontario licence plate DARP182. The vehicle has a gold Acura emblem and front end damage.

Police attempted to intercept the vehicle however the driver did not stop and managed to evade police.

The driver has been identified as 48-year-old Bryan Devereaux of Kitchener.  He is described white, 5’7”, slim build.  He was last seen wearing a grey hoodie, black rimmed glasses with yellow tint.

The unknown female is described as early 30s, 5’4”, medium build. Last seen wearing a full length parka.

Bryan is encouraged to seek legal counsel and turn himself in to police.

If Bryan or the vehicle is seen, police are asking members of the public not to approach but to call 9-1-1 immediately.

Anyone with information about Bryan or his whereabouts is asked to call investigators with the 11 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at  (905) 453–2121, ext. 1133. 

Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.

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Police Press Releases Sarnia Police Service

Do You Recognize These Theft Suspects

On December 11th, 2024 the Sarnia Police Service was contacted by a retailer on Quinn Drive in relation to a robbery which had occured within the store.  Two males entered the store and loaded a shopping cart with power tools and proceeded to leave the store.

While leaving the store, one of the males brandished a hatchet (which was stolen from within the store) in a threatening manner when confronted by store security.

Suspect #1 is described as south Asain/middle eastern decent. Approximately 40 years old. 6 foot tall with an average build.  He has black hair and full beard.  He is wearing a black hat, black coat with hood and black Adidas pants with white stripes and white running shoes.  Suspect #1 is the individual brandishing a small hatchet.

Suspect #2 is described as south Asian/middle eastern decent .  Approximately 30-40 years old.  6 foot tall with an average build.  He has black hair and a black goatee with facial stubble. He is wearing a black hoodie, grey cargo pants and a brown ball cap.  He has white air pod headphones in his ears.  Suspect #2 is pushing the shopping cart of merchandise behind suspect #1 as they exit.

If you are able to identify these individuals, please contact Detective Constable Erik Ostenfeldt at (519)344-8861 x6254.  Alternatively, you can call through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit tips online at www.p3tips.com.

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Police Press Releases Toronto Police

One Man Arrested and One Suspect Outstanding in a Robbery Investigation,Dawes Road and Victoria Park Avenue area,Images Released

Unit: 55 Division

Case #: 2024-2696752 

Published: Sunday, December 15, 2024, 6:59 PM

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance with identifying a man wanted in a Robbery investigation.

On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at approximately 11:30 p.m., police responded to a call for a Robbery in the Dawes Road and Victoria Park Avenue area.

It is alleged that:

  • two male suspects forced entry into an apartment
  • once inside, the suspects made a demand for personal property 
  • the two suspects then assaulted two victims inside the unit
  • the suspects fled the apartment 
  • the two victims sustained minor injuries 

On Saturday, December 14, 2024, Masoud Ebrahimi, 32, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with:

  1. Break and Enter
  2. Robbery with Violence
  3. two counts Utter Threats Cause Death
  4. Forcible Confinement
  5. Assault
  6. Assault – Choking
  7. Fail to Comply Release Order

He is scheduled to appear in court at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Monday, December 16, 2024, at 10 a.m., in room 403.

The outstanding suspect is described as male, 5’6″, 40-50 years old, thin build with short hair and unshaven.

Images have been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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Police Press Releases Toronto Police

Sexual Assault Alert,Yonge Street and Dundas Street East area,Man Wanted

Unit: 52 Division

Case #: 2024-2289169 

Published: Sunday, December 15, 2024, 6:09 PM

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance with identifying a man wanted in a Sexual Assault investigation.

On Saturday, October 19, 2024, police were made aware of a Sexual Assault that occurred in the Yonge Street and Dundas Street East area.

It is reported that:

  • On Friday, October 18, 2024, at approximately 8:05 p.m., the victim was in the area
  • the victim realized the suspect was following her
  • when the victim stopped at a stop light, the suspect sexually assaulted her
  • the suspect then fled the area

The suspect is described as male, 5’7″, medium build with black facial hair. He was wearing a red jacket, a white/black baseball hat and blue pants.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

A sexual assault is any form of unwanted sexual contact. It includes, but is not limited to, kissing, grabbing, oral sex and penetration. To learn more about sexual assault, including how to report a sexual assault or get support in the community, please visit YourChoice.to.

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Peel Regional Police

Persons for Identification – Brampton and Mississauga Protest Investigation

Region of Peel – Investigators are asking for help to identify individuals involved in criminality during the November protest incidents in Brampton and Mississauga.

A Strategic Investigative Team was formed to investigate several offences that occurred during and after protests at a Mandir on The Gore Road in Brampton as well as related incidents at the Westwood Mall in Mississauga.   

Included in this release are images of persons of interest or suspects responsible for offences that include assault, assault with a weapon, assault causing bodily harm, assault police officer and public incitement of hatred. Investigators are asking for your help in identifying them.

Investigators continue to analyze hundreds of videos of the incidents and are working to identify additional suspects involved and anticipate further arrests.

Anyone with information on the identity of the depicted individuals are asked to contact investigators at either 12 Division (Mississauga) at 905-453-2121 extension 1233, or 21 Division (Brampton) at 905-453-2121 extension 2133.  Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. 

Investigators are asking anyone with video or images of the demonstrations, to submit them using the following link:

For media inquiries, please contact the on-duty Public Information Officer at (905) 453-2121, extension 4027.

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Police Press Releases York Regional Police

FOUR SUSPECTS CHARGED, ONE WANTED, AND TWO SOUGHT FOLLOWING SPA ROBBERIES IN MARKHAM AND TORONTO

York Regional Police

Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit, working jointly with the Toronto Police Service Hold-Up Squad, have charged four suspects, have issued a warrant for one other suspect following an investigation into a series of spa robberies in Markham and Toronto.

Police are also seeking two more suspects in this investigation.

On November 23, 2024 at approximately 3:20 a.m., a spa in the area of Dufferin Street and Wilson Avenue in Toronto was robbed at gunpoint by three suspects.

An hour later, at approximately 4:20 a.m., a second robbery occurred at a spa in the area of Birchmount Road and 14th Avenue in Markham. Three suspects forced their way into the business while armed with a firearm. They stole one of the victim’s vehicles and fled with a quantity of cash. In both incidents the suspects arrived in a stolen white Acura.

A video of the incident in Markham can be seen here.

On November 28, 2024, investigators located the stolen Acura and three suspects were taken into custody for possession of the stolen vehicle.

On December 6, 2024, at approximately 1 a.m., a third armed robbery of a spa occurred in the area of Victoria Park Avenue and Steeles Avenue in Toronto.

On December 8, 2024, two additional robberies were reported, one at approximately 3:20 a.m., in the area of Carlingview Drive and Renforth Drive, and the other at 3:45 a.m., in the area of Finch Avenue and Keele Street.  In both incidents the suspects arrived at the scene in a stolen Toyota Highlander.

On December 10, 2024, two search warrants were executed at residences in the City of Toronto with the assistance of the York Regional Police Emergency Response Unit. One suspect was taken into custody.

A warrant has been issued for an additional suspect, and investigators are seeking to identify two other outstanding suspects.

Investigators are releasing images of the adult suspects as they believe there are more victims. A list of suspects and their charges can be found here.

Three of the charged parties were on release orders and weapons prohibitions at the time of their arrests.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, officers  seized a replica firearm, tools used to commit the robberies and recovered the two remaining stolen vehicles.

Investigators are asking anyone with information, who may have seen something suspicious in the area, or anyone who may have dashcam or video surveillance footage at the time of the incident, to please come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6630, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. Anonymous tips can also be sent online at www.1800222tips.com.

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