Bad weather continues for GTA…Emergency officials urging motorists to slow down
January 27th, 2012 | Comments (0)
Emergency officials across the GTA, particularly in the northern areas, were forced to deal with hundreds of accidents Friday morning, thanks to the latest blast of winter that brought rain, snow and freezing rain. Environment Canada has now issued a special weather statement for Saturday. Officials say much of southern Ontario will see snow with very strong winds starting in the morning, making the roads quite messy. Meanwhile, many people may not know exactly what to do in the event of an accident or, if they spin out. Sergeant Shaun Arnott with Durham Regional Police says people should not be calling 911 if there is only property or vehicle damage. Only call 911 if there are injuries or an actual emergency. Otherwise, people should call the administration number of their local police service. Those numbers can be found at the bottom of our “Stormdesk” page along with all weather related cancellations or delays. You can get their by clicking here. Arnott says almost all accidents in bad weather are caused by people driving too fast, and officials are urging people to leave plenty of time to get where they’re going and plenty of space between yourself and other vehicles. The CAA also has some great tips on winter driving.
Toronto Police search for suspect after an early morning stabbing
January 27th, 2012 | Comments (0)
Toronto Police were called to 101 Humber Boulevard early Friday morning after a man stabbed a woman in the chest with a knife. The man fled the apartment and stabbed a man in the chest, several times, in the same building. Both victims were taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. 27 year old Jason Gardner is wanted for two counts of Aggravated Assault. He’s described as 6’, 181 lbs., and was last seen wearing a black leather jacket, black shoes, black pants and black toque. Click here to see photo. He is considered armed and dangerous, police say if seen do not approach but call 9-1-1. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1200, Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637) or leave a tip on Facebook.
Toronto man charged after police seize 800 marijuana plants
January 27th, 2012 | Comments (0)
Officers from the Toronto Drug Squad searched a home in the O’Connor and Bermondsey Road area Tuesday afternoon and seized about 800 marijuana plants. 46 year old Lawrence Johnson was arrested and charged with Producing Marijuana and Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking.
Toronto Police release security camera image of suspect wanted in several break-ins
January 27th, 2012 | Comments (0)
Toronto Police are hoping the public can help identify a suspect wanted in connection with a mischief/break-and-enter investigation. Officials say around 3:15 Tuesday morning a man went into an apartment building on Oak Street and used a brick to smash the large glass door in the main lobby, he then entered the common areas of the building. The man is believed to be responsible for several break-and-enters in the area. He’s described as white, 20-25, 5’7” to 5’10” with short, dark hair and thick, busy eyebrows. He was wearing a black cloth coat, black sweater, white undershirt showing at the collar, faded black denim jeans and black runners with white accents. Click here to see security camera image. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637) or leave a tip on Facebook.
Deliberations begin Friday for honour killing case in Kingston
January 27th, 2012 | Comments (0)
The jury is now deliberating the complex case against three people accused of killing four female family members over honour. The panel in Kingston, has been hearing evidence in the Shafia family murder trial since October 20th. Deliberations started Friday, after instructions from the judge. Mohammad Shafia, his wife Tooba Yahya and their son Hamed have pleaded not guilty to four counts each of first-degree murder. The bodies of three Shafia daughters and Shafia’s first wife in a polygamous marriage were found in 2009 in a car at the bottom of a canal.
Man taken to hospital after being stabbed in Scarborough
January 27th, 2012 | Comments (0)
A stabbing in Scarborough Friday afternoon has sent one man to hospital. Toronto Police were called to Tuxedo Court in the Markham and Ellesmere area just before 3:30 after a 29 year old man was stabbed in the face and leg. Officials say the victim is now in stable condition and no arrests have been made.
Toronto Police arrest five men after restaurant robbery
January 27th, 2012 | Comments (0)
Toronto police responded to an armed robbery this morning and arrested five men. The men entered a Lobster Trap restaurant on 1962 Avenue Road with their faces covered and armed with guns and a knife. The five men ordered three employees and eight patrons to the ground and proceeded to rob the occupants of their money and cell phones, as well as cash from the registers. Brian Pich, 23, of Mississauga, Javon Edwards, 24 of Toronto, Brian Mensah, 22, of Toronto, Awale Dirie, 18, of Toronto and Aman Ali, 18, of Toronto, are all charged with 11 counts of robbery while armed with a firearm, 11 counts of forcible confinement, assault with a weapon and disguise with intent.
Two men facing a slew of charges after numerous property damage incidents
January 27th, 2012 | Comments (0)
Two men have been charged with a number of theft related offences after allegedly being involved in numerous commercial property damage incidents in Durham and Toronto. 28 year old Justin Battle and 30 year old Cory Crockatt of Toronto are facing a total of 36 theft and break and enter charges after reportedly smashing stolen vehicles into store fronts, causing tens of thousands of dollars worth of damage.
Thornhill man arrested after alleged involvement in a sexual assault
January 27th, 2012 | Comments (0)
York Regional Police have arrested a man allegedly involved in a sexual assault in Vaughan. 36 year old Vadim Illiagviev is charged with Sexual Assault, Assault and Theft under $5000 after he reportedly attacked a woman he met on a social dating site earlier this month. Illiagviev was arrested in his home without incident on Thursday.
SIU clears two Peel Region Police officers involved in a shooting in Brampton
January 27th, 2012 | Comments (0)
The Provinces Special Investigations Unit concluded that no charges need to be filed against a pair of Peel Region Police officers involved in a shooting last year. The incident took place in Brampton in November, when the two men fired a total of 8 shots at a suspect who had refused to listen to their orders. The suspect, 24 year old Terrance Roopchand, was treated for non life threatening injuries after he was hit by two bullets while fleeing police after being caught in a sting operation involving a civilian.
York Regional Police investigating fatal crash in East Gwillimbury
January 27th, 2012 | Comments (0)
York Police are continuing to investigate a fatal collision in the Mount Albert and Kennedy area of East Gwillimbury. Officials from the Collision Reconstruction Unit are on scene, and advise motorists that Mount Albert Road is closed in both directions between Warden Avenue and McCowan Road. Police say a woman in her 20′s was killed when an SUV crossed the centre line and collided with a truck. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 1-866-876-5423 ext. 7704, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
New survey finds balance of everyday life and work is the key to job satisfaction
January 27th, 2012 | Comments (0)
Finding that perfect balance between everyday life and work appears to be the key to enjoying your job. A new survey done for ‘Office Team’, shows 38 per cent of workers link balance with job satisfaction. Spokesperson Anaar Dewje says employees need speak up to avoid becoming overextended. Dewje says employers should be in constant communication with staff to ensure they aren’t becoming overwhelmed. Dewje adds balance is also a great thing for employers also, as happy workers are generally more productive and create a positive environment.
