Established in 1958 in response to a rash of violent bank robberies, the Hold Up Squad, now SCI – Hold Up, is responsible for conducting investigations into the following offences:

  • Robberies occurring at retail business establishments
  • Robberies occurring at financial institutions
  • Robberies involving armoured truck personnel
  • Home invasion robberies

Within the policing community, the term “Hold Up Squad” has become synonymous with the Toronto Police Service. Responsible for identifying and apprehending violent and often armed criminals, members of the Hold Up Squad have earned a reputation for tenacity and determination in their efforts to bring violent criminals to justice. Members of SCI – Hold Up respond to robbery scenes and commence investigations on a 24/7 basis.

 

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Hold Up News

Home Invasion Arrests, Suspects Sought

December 4, 2025

Toronto Police officers have made two arrests, including one where a man pointed a handgun at an officer, and are seeking the public’s help in identifying two more suspects in a kidnapping and violent home invasion on December 3. “While home invasions have dropped by close to 40 percent in...

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Mourning Loss of Detective John Park

December 19, 2024

Service members are mourning the loss of Detective John Park, who died after a medical episode while executing a search warrant. “During this operation Detective John Park experienced a medical episode and despite the best efforts of our first responder partners John passed away. Our thoughts are with his loved...

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416-808-7350
40 College St, Toronto ON M5G 2J3
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Inspector Joseph Matys 2nd In Command 14 Division

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