Stories - Toronto Police Service

Increased Police Presence at Al Quds Rally

March 12, 2026

Emergency Management & Public Order

There will be an increased police presence in the city on March 14 as crowds gather for events marking Al-Quds Day. There will also be road closures or disruptions in parts of the downtown core while the event is underway, beginning at approximately noon on Saturday. “Our priority, as always,...

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Be Aware of AI-Powered Fraud

March 11, 2026

Financial Crimes

In recognition of Fraud Prevention Month this March, the Financial Crimes Unit is reminding people that just because a caller knows information about you doesn’t mean they’re legitimate. At a news conference held at police headquarters on March 11, Detective David Coffey said investigators are seeing an increase in fraud...

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Suspects Sought in Consulate Investigation

March 10, 2026

52 Division

Toronto Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying the vehicle and suspects who fired shots at the United States Consulate this morning. At around 5:29 a.m., Toronto Police received reports of a firearms discharge at the Consulate at 361 University Ave. When officers arrived on scene, they found shell...

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Three Handguns Seized in One Day

March 9, 2026

23 Division

42 Division

43 Division

Public Safety Response Team

Police officers seized three handguns in three separate instances on March 3. In the city’s east end, officers responded to a report of a person with a gun near Neilson Road and Sheppard Avenue. What began as a verbal dispute escalated when the suspect produced a handgun. The two struggled...

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Investigating Shots Fired at Synagogue

March 3, 2026

33 Division

Integrated Gun & Gang Task Force and the Hate Crime Unit have joined with 33 Division investigators to determine who is responsible for a firearm discharge at a synagogue in the city’s north end. “A shooting targeting a place of worship is unacceptable,” Deputy Chief Rob Johnson said at a...

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