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New information about missing 14-year-old Toronto girl as search continues

Toronto police say they have confirmed a new sighting of the missing 14-year-old girl in North York.

In an update on Thursday afternoon, police now say Esther was last seen on May 16 at 12:01 a.m. in the area of Bathurst Street and Hotspur Road, south of Highway 401.

That is about more than two kilometres south of Earl Bales Park, her previous known sighting. Police said Esther was seen at the park near Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue West, around 11:30 p.m. on May 15.

Police also say Esther has been diagnosed before as being on the spectrum.

Esther was last seen on May 15 at around 11:30 p.m. at Earl Bales Park, near Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue West, in North York. Police say she was last seen heading in a northeasterly direction. (Supplied)

“We remain deeply concerned for her safety,” Duty Insp. Jon Rose said in a news conference on Thursday afternoon.

Esther is described as a white female, around five-foot-two, with a medium build and brown hair. She was last seen wearing a long, turquoise-sleeved sweater with words on the front and grey sweatpants that were loose around the ankles.

Additional photos of a missing 14-year-old girl named Esther, who was last seen on May 15 at Earl Bales Park in North York. (TPS photos)

Speaking at the command post set up for the search, Rose said the search for the 14-year-old remains in the highest search category, Level One.

“Level One’s the most serious situation that opens up a lot of resources to us, like the marine unit, police dog services, and the mounted unit,” Rose explained, adding that officers are actively searching for Esther around the clock.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the tip line at 647-355-3148. The public can also upload any tips to a dedicated QR code.

“We deeply appreciate how concerning this is to the community and to the family when a young person goes missing, especially for this length of time,” Rose said.

“We would very much like to find Esther to get her home safely to her family.”

He noted that officers are following leads but did not share further details about the investigation.

“We’re letting the information guide this investigation,” Rose said.

u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 2 days ago

Body of missing Ontario teen found in northern Sask., considered a homicide

The body of an Ontario teenager reported missing in northern Saskatchewan one year ago has been found, and RCMP are investigating the death as a homicide.

Sixteen-year-old Jay’siiah Webb-Long, from Brampton, Ont., last spoke to his family on May 16, 2025.

According to an RCMP news release, Webb-Long was living in Pelican Narrows, Sask. at the time, a remote community over 500 kilometres northeast of Saskatoon.

Family members later filed a missing person’s report with the Peel Regional Police in Ontario, and in July 2025, the Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes Unit took over the investigation, deeming the teen’s disappearance suspicious.

Now, investigators say human remains discovered in a planned search on Wednesday were identified as belonging to Webb-Long, following an autopsy.

Police are calling it a homicide.

The RCMP says the teen’s family has been notified and offered victim services.

As they continue searching for evidence in the case, investigators are asking anyone with information relevant to the investigation to come forward and call the Saskatchewan RCMP, or to submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers.

https://www.ctvnews.ca/saskatoon/article/body-of-missing-ontario-teen-found-in-northern-sask-considered-a-homicide/

u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 5 days ago

Homicide Unit Investigating Sudden Death – St. Catharines

On Friday, May 15, 2026, at approximately 4:15 PM, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) responded to a residence in the area of Lakeshore Road and Lake Street in the City of St. Catharines for reports of two people without vital signs.

Upon arrival, one adult female was located deceased within the residence.

An adult male was transported to a local hospital for treatment. His injuries are expected to be non-life threatening.

The Homicide Unit has taken carriage of the investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) at (905) 688-4111, option 3, extension 1009451.

Members of the community who wish to provide information anonymously can contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477(TIPS). Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards to people who contact the program with information which leads to an arrest.

https://www.niagarapolice.ca/news/posts/homicide-unit-investigating-sudden-death-st-catharines/

u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 5 days ago

Sexual Assault Alert, Suspect to be Identified, Yonge Street and St. Clair Avenue East area, Images Released

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

It is reported that:

  • on Friday, May 15, 2026, at approximately 4:15 p.m. a victim was walking in the Yonge Street and St. Clair Avenue East area
  • a man approached the victim and sexually assaulted them
  • he was last seen walking towards Pleasant Boulevard

It is further reported that:

  • on the same day, at 5:55 p.m., the man approached another victim in the area
  • the man sexually assaulted the victim
  • the two victims are not known to each other

The man is described as 5'8"- 5'10", with a heavy build and dark colour braided hair. He was wearing a black hooded sweater, black pants and brown and black shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5300, 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.

Corporate Communications for 53 Division

https://www.tps.ca/media-centre/news-releases/65961/

u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 5 days ago

Stabbing in Parkdale leaves man with serious injuries

A man has serious injuries after a stabbing in Toronto’s Parkdale neighbourhood early Monday morning.

Police said they were called to the area of King Street West and Tyndall Avenue, west of Dufferin Street, shortly before 3 a.m.

A man in his 40s was located at the scene with a stab wound to his shoulder. He was transported to hospital.

Police say no suspect description is available at this time.

https://www.cp24.com/local/toronto/2026/05/18/stabbing-in-parkdale-leaves-man-with-serious-injuries/?taid=6a0b37a02bdfad000130de7a&utm_campaign=trueAnthem%3A+Trending+Content&utm_medium=trueAnthem&utm_source=twitter

u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 5 days ago

Man Arrested in Shooting Investigation, Queen Street West and Bathurst Street area, Image Released

The Toronto Police Service is making the public aware of an arrest made in a Shooting investigation.

On Thursday, May 14, 2026, at approximately 3:10 a.m., police responded to a call for Shooting in the Queen Street West and Bathurst Street area.

It is alleged that:

  • the accused attended an establishment in the area
  • the accused got into a verbal argument with staff members
  • the accused then produced a firearm and discharged it
  • no injuries were sustained
  • the accused was detained until police arrival and then placed into custody 
  • a loaded firearm was recovered at the scene

Kyle Allan Gallant, 29, of Toronto, has been arrested and charged with:

  1. Discharge Firearm with Intent
  2. Possession of a Loaded Firearm
  3. Possession of a Firearm Contrary to Prohibition Order

He was scheduled to appear in court at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., in room 301.

An image has been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2510, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

Corporate Communications for Integrated Gun & Gang Task Force

https://www.tps.ca/media-centre/news-releases/65957/

u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 6 days ago
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Toronto police stepping up search for missing 14-year-old girl last seen at Earl Bales Park

Toronto police have set up a command post in North York as they step up their search for 14-year-old girl who disappeared almost two full days ago.

Esther was last seen on Friday at around 11:30 p.m. at Earl Bales Park, near Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue West. Police say she was heading in a northeasterly direction.

The teen stands five-foot-two and has a medium build and brown hair. She wore grey sweatpants that are loose around the ankle and a green long-sleeve top.

It’s not clear at this time if Esther was or wasn’t wearing any shoes, Duty Insp. Scott Bradbury said during a news conference near Earl Bales Community Centre at 4169 Bathurst St. on Sunday afternoon.

He said police do not know exactly what she was doing at the time of her disappearance but said they “have concerns for her.”

Bradbury added that it is not known at this point if she met up with anyone. He would also not disclose if she has a prior history of going missing.

Additional photos of a missing 14-year-old girl named Esther, who was last seen on May 15 at Earl Bales Park in North York. (TPS photos)

“(We) have been scouring the area ever since that time (Esther went missing),” he said, adding the Mounted Unit would also be attending Earl Bales Park this afternoon to assist with the search. The Marine Unit has also been working to find the missing girl, Bradbury noted.

“We’ve also had our drones in the air that have heat capabilities to search for heat signatures, and officers have been on the ground,” Bradbury said, thanking people in the community for their help in the search.

The duty inspector went on to say that due to the “thoroughness” of the search, police will be staying in the vicinity of Earl Bales Park.

Duty Insp. Scott Bradbury, of Toronto Police Service, speaks during a May 17 news conference near Earl Bales Community Centre at 4169 Bathurst St.

“We’re imploring the community and neighbors outside of Earl Bales Park to please review video camera, to look in the coffee shops, to watch for somebody, a young person, Esther, please, who may be asking for food, money, help, or directions,” he said.

Bradbury urged anyone who spots Esther to call the police, keep an eye on her, and let authorities know where her location is.

“Please don’t just phone and leave, keep an eye on her, so we can now track her and come and make sure that she’s safe again,” he said.

“We want (Esther) returned home. … My concerns are for her safety, and I really, really, really am asking for the public to help us put eyes on her, so we can make sure she’s safe and reunited back with her family.”

Bradbury said Earl Bales Park has a lot of trails and wooded areas but is also well used by families for picnics and walk. He urged anyone who might spot Esther to contact them.

Anyone with further information is asked to contact Toronto police at 416-808-2222, 416-808-3200, or 911, if it’s an emergency, or Crime Stoppers anonymously.

https://www.cp24.com/local/toronto/2026/05/17/toronto-police-stepping-up-search-for-missing-14-year-old-girl-last-seen-at-earl-bales-park/

u/2teet4tv — 6 days ago

Peel Police Rescue Nearly 60 Kittens and Eight Cats in Animal Cruelty Investigation

Region of Peel – Investigators from the 11 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) have charged a Mississauga man following an investigation into allegations of animal cruelty.

On April 1, Peel Regional Police received information from Animal Welfare Services regarding multiple incidents in which kittens were sold in distressing conditions and later died from their injuries shortly after being taken to their new homes.

As a result of these reports, on April 23, investigators with 11 Division CIB executed a search warrant in collaboration with Animal Welfare Services’ (AWS) Major Incident Management Team. AWS inspectors and an embedded AWS Regional veterinarian conducted a joint investigation, which resulted in an arrest.

During the execution of the search warrant, 57 kittens and eight adult cats were rescued and immediately transported to an animal rescue centre, where they received urgent veterinary care.

Qiang Yu, 38, of Mississauga has been arrested and charged with 134 counts of Causing Unnecessary Suffering To Animals contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada.

Yu was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Police confirmed that no other animals are outstanding. The animals are now in the care and custody of the Mississauga animal shelter, where they will remain pending judicial outcome. 

Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact 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.

https://www.peelpolice.ca/news-feed/posts/peel-police-rescue-nearly-60-kittens-and-eight-cats-in-animal-cruelty-investigation/

u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 6 days ago
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Man dead after Etobicoke apartment stabbing. Suspect and victim ‘known to each other’

A man is his 30s has died following a late-night stabbing in an Etobicoke apartment early Sunday morning.

Toronto police the incident happened in the area of Kipling Avenue and Albion Road sometime around 12 a.m.

When officers arrived, they say they found a man suffering from stab wounds. He was rushed to hospital but later died a short time later.

Police have not released the victim’s name but say he and the suspect, who was arrested nearby, are both believed to be in their 30s.

Duty Inspt. Peter Wallace told reporters that it ”appears they may be friends."

“I must tell you that it appears that the victim and the suspect are known to each other,” Wallace said. “As such, there’s no threat to public safety.”

While officers are still in the “early stages of the investigation,” Wallace suggests that the incident may have occurred inside a unit, likely as the result of “a dispute.”

No suspect or victim name have been released at this time.

The homicide unit has taken over the investigation.

Wallace says residents “will see a number of officers in the area who will be canvassing and speaking to witnesses.”

Anyone with additional information is asked to contact police.

https://www.cp24.com/local/toronto/2026/05/17/man-dead-after-overnight-stabbing-in-etobicoke-apartment-building/

u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 6 days ago

Suspects Sought in Robbery Investigation, Bay Street and Adelaide Street West area, UPDATE: Three Arrests Made, Two Suspects Remain Outstanding, Images Released

The Toronto Police Service is updating the public about a Robbery investigation.

On Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 4:30 a.m., police responded to a Robbery in the Bay Street and Adelaide Street West area.  

It is alleged that:

  • the victim was waiting in line to check into a hotel
  • the suspects were ahead in the queue
  • a verbal altercation between the victim and the suspects turned physical
  • the group of individuals assaulted the victim
  • during the assault, the victim had his personal property stolen
  • the suspects fled the scene on foot

See previous news release here.

Investigators allege there were five suspects in total. Three suspects have been arrested so far in relation to this investigation. 

On Monday, May 4, 2026, Piraveen Jegathesvaran, 30, of Whitby, was arrested and charged with:

  1. Robbery
  2. Assault Cause Bodily Harm

He is scheduled to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 11 a.m., in room 203.

On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Gurman Bhandal, 25, of Caledon, was arrested and charged with:

  1. Robbery
  2. Assault Cause Bodily Harm

He was scheduled to appear in court at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., in room 301.

On Monday, May 11, 2026, Harneet Dhindsa, 25, of the Town of The Blue Mountains, was arrested and charged with:

  1. Robbery
  2. Assault Cause Bodily Harm

He is scheduled to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 11 a.m., in room 203.

A fourth suspect has been identified and is now wanted.

Nadeem Ali, 32, of Oakville, is wanted for:

  1. Robbery
  2. Assault Cause Bodily Harm

He is described as male, 28-35 years old, with a medium build, short black spiky hair, short black beard, and medium to long length beard. He was wearing a black puffy jacket with white writing "SUPREME" across chest, a black t-shirt with red AMIRI logo on left breast and on back, and blue jeans.

One additional suspect remains unidentified, and investigators are looking for the public's help in identifying this individual.

He is described as male, 28-35 years old, with a thin build and a short black beard. He was wearing a black t-shirt with "BALENCIAGA" written across the chest, white or grey hoodie unzipped with hood up, grey faded jeans with rips on both pant legs, white sneakers, and was wearing glasses with thin metallic frames.

Images of the two outstanding suspects have been released.

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.

Corporate Communications for 52 Division

https://www.tps.ca/media-centre/news-releases/65919/

u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 10 days ago

Seven People Arrested in Stabbing Investigation, Flemingdon Park area

The Toronto Police Service is making the public aware of arrests made in a Stabbing investigation.

On Sunday, May 10, 2026, police responded to a Stabbing that took place in the Flemingdon Park area. An investigation was initiated by 55 Division's Major Crime Unit.

It is alleged that:

  • the victim and his friends were engaged in a physical altercation with the suspects earlier in the day 
  • while the victim was walking through Flemingdon Park, the suspects returned in their vehicles 
  • seven suspects approached the victim 
  • the suspects engaged the victim in another physical altercation 
  • the suspects brandished a knife and stabbed the victim 
  • the victim was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries

A male youth, 16,* of Toronto**,** was arrested and charged with:

  1. Attempt Murder

He was scheduled to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, Toronto, on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in court room 606Y.

A male youth, 17,* of Toronto**,** was arrested and charged with:

  1. Aggravated Assault

He is scheduled to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, Toronto, on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., in court room 604Y.

A male youth, 16,* of Toronto**,** was arrested and charged with:

  1.  Aggravated Assault

He is scheduled to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, Toronto, on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., in court room 604Y.

A male youth, 15,* of Bowmanville, was arrested and charged with:

  1. Aggravated Assault

He is scheduled to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, Toronto, on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., in court room 604Y.

A male youth, 15,* of Bowmanville, was arrested and charged with:

  1. Aggravated Assault

He is scheduled to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, Toronto, on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., in court room 604Y.

Ahmadullah Rahimi, 18, of Toronto, has been arrested and charged with:

  1. Aggravated Assault

He was scheduled to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, Toronto, on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., in court room 102.

Qudratullah Rahimi, 20, of Toronto, has been arrested and charged with:

  1. Aggravated Assault

He is scheduled to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, Toronto, on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., in court room 202.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5505, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

**Please refer to Section 110, Subsection 1, of the YCJA:

  1. (1) Subject to this section, no person shall publish the name of a young person, or any other information related to a young person, if it would identify the young person as a young person dealt with under this Act.***

https://www.tps.ca/media-centre/news-releases/65908/

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u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 10 days ago
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Homicide Investigation, Midland Avenue and Steeles Avenue East area, Victim: Oriana Cho, 22 months

The Toronto Police Service is making the public aware of a Homicide investigation.

On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., police responded to a call for a Suspicious Incident in the Midland Avenue and Steeles Avenue East area.

It is reported that:

  • first responders arrived at a residence and found a baby girl without vital signs
  • the baby was revived and taken to hospital
  • the baby's mother was arrested by police at the scene

On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, the baby was pronounced deceased.

The victim has been identified as Oriana Cho, 22 months old.

Si Ting Yang, 37, of Toronto, has been charged with:

  1. First Degree Murder

She is scheduled to appear in court at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., in room 106.

This is Toronto's 8th homicide of 2026.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

 

Corporate Communications for Homicide and Missing Persons Unit

https://www.tps.ca/media-centre/news-releases/65920/

u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 10 days ago
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Child in critical condition, mother in custody after Scarborough medical emergency

A young child is in the hospital after emergency crews responded to a medical call in Scarborough on Tuesday morning, with Toronto police now leading the investigation and a woman, the child’s mother, in custody.

Paramedics were called to 381 Port Royal Trail, a home near Midland Avenue and Steeles Avenue East, around 9:40 a.m. on Tuesday for reports of a patient in cardiac arrest.

EMS transported the patient to the hospital in critical condition, but said they could not release the patient’s age, gender, or confirm whether the case involved a child.

Toronto police later confirmed to 680 NewsRadio that the victim is a child around two years old, who remained in critical condition at SickKids Hospital as of late Tuesday night. Authorities said the child’s mother is in custody.

“A female has been arrested, but the investigation is still ongoing, and the charge list is still being finalized. There is no further information available at this time,” a police spokesperson stated.

No additional details about the circumstances leading to the medical emergency have been released.

The investigation remains ongoing.

https://toronto.citynews.ca/2026/05/13/scarborough-child-injured-cardiac-arrest-mother-arrested-police/

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u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 10 days ago

Suspect Wanted After Shooting in Bowmanville

Police are searching for at least one suspect after a residence was shot in Bowmanville.

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at approximately 4:35 a.m., members of East Division responded to an armed person at a residence in the area of Mann Street and Tucker Road. A male exited a four-door sedan and fired multiple shots toward a residence before re-entering his vehicle and fleeing the area.

No injuries have been reported to police.

Anyone that was in the area between 4:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m., with cell phone, dash cam, surveillance footage or information about this incident is asked to contact Det. Phillips of the East Criminal Investigations Branch 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1605.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

https://www.drps.ca/news/posts/suspect-wanted-after-shooting-in-bowmanville/

u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 11 days ago

Suspects Wanted After Home Invasion in Ajax

Police are searching for at least three suspects following a home invasion in Ajax.

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at approximately 2:35 a.m., members of West Division responded to a robbery call at a residence in the area of Cranston Avenue and Carpendale Crescent. Three suspects brandishing firearms broke into a residence and stole electronics before assaulting the occupants and fleeing the area.

The victims suffered minor injuries.

Anyone that was in the area between 1:30 a.m. to 3:00 a.m., with cell phone, dash cam, surveillance footage or information about this incident is asked to contact the Auto Robbery Crime Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5355.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

https://www.drps.ca/news/posts/suspects-wanted-after-home-invasion-in-ajax/

u/Fearless_Lion_6397 — 11 days ago