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Toronto police are investigating a suspicious vehicle fire outside the residence of Liberal Member of Parliament Salma Zahid, treating the incident as a potential act of arson. Authorities have launched an inquiry to determine the cause of the blaze and identify any suspects.
Toronto police have arrested two pro-Palestinian activists for the willful promotion of hatred, amidst heightened tensions and recurring protests at a specific intersection.
Toronto police have arrested a 19-year-old and a 15-year-old in connection with a July shooting at the US Consulate. Authorities suspect the individuals are part of a network of paid attackers.
Toronto Police are searching for an 'Indian psychic' accused of defrauding a victim of $800,000 by exploiting their belief in supernatural powers, before fleeing to India. Authorities are seeking additional potential victims.
Gurpreet Singh, a Toronto man under investigation for potential involvement in a murder plot targeting a senior jail officer and facing extradition to the U.S. on charges linked to alleged cocaine kingpin Ryan Wedding, reportedly has far-reaching criminal ties.
Toronto police are investigating a series of suspected antisemitic attacks, including gunfire and vandalism, targeting a Jewish-owned bagel chain. The incidents are being treated as hate-motivated.
Toronto police have identified two men killed in a 'targeted' shooting at a crowded street festival. Authorities stated the victims were known to each other, but it remains unclear if they were among the gunmen.
Mourners are gathering for the funeral procession and service of Toronto Constable Marc Pinizzotto, who was fatally shot during a police raid earlier this month.
Toronto's police chief has warned that young people are being recruited via encrypted messaging apps to carry out attacks against Jewish and US targets, with perpetrators required to film their actions for payment.
A 12-year-old is facing an attempted murder charge after a Toronto police officer was struck by a stolen car, leading to a serious investigation.
Canadian investigators are probing whether the death of a Toronto police officer, killed while executing search warrants related to a US consulate shooting, is linked to global terror attacks.
Donald Trump has threatened Iran with strong attacks and claimed the US is extracting Iranian oil, stating that the ceasefire with America has become meaningless, as the US also sanctioned individuals linked to Iran's missile network.
Toronto police have dismantled a large-scale counterfeit soccer merchandise operation, valued at $2.5 million, which was tied to the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
A Jewish teenage girl from Toronto, who had been missing for two weeks, has been found safe. Toronto police confirmed her safe return.
Toronto police have elevated the search for 14-year-old Esther, also known as Esti, to Priority 1. Community volunteers are actively assisting in the effort to find her, as she has been missing since May 15.
Three off-duty Toronto police officers on vacation in Barcelona have been charged with serious allegations, though specific details of the charges were not disclosed by the Toronto Police Service.
The Toronto police board has requested an inspection into allegations of antisemitism within the police service. This request follows consultations with Jewish community stakeholders and members of the Jewish Community Advisory Table.
Toronto Police are searching for a man in his thirties who allegedly knocked over a menorah in front of the Yorkville Jewish Centre on April 10.
A Toronto Police division, central to the 'Project South' investigation, has been revealed to have a history of data breaches, raising concerns about information security within the force.
A Toronto police officer, described as the 'genesis' of a months-long corruption investigation, was denied bail again on Wednesday morning in Toronto.
A 6-year-old girl has died after falling from a bedroom window of an apartment tower in North York, Toronto. Police are investigating the incident, which does not appear suspicious.
Former Toronto homicide inspector Hank Idsinga has detailed allegations of antisemitism within the high ranks of Canada's largest police force in his new book and an exclusive interview.
Ilan Philosophe was charged on Thursday with discharging a firearm and conspiring with another person to discharge a firearm at two residences in Toronto on Sept. 29 and 30, 2024
Toronto police are facing criticism for permitting pro-Palestinian demonstrations to proceed past Jewish residential areas, despite a recent ban on such marches.
Toronto police have arrested a 19-year-old rapper in connection with the killing of a Bengaluru techie at a parking lot.
Toronto police are establishing a new counter-terrorism unit and task force, which will see officers equipped with patrol rifles deployed to key locations across the city.
'Portrays Jews as Sub-human': Toronto Police Investigating Antisemitic Signs at pro-Palestine Protest Haaretz
An alleged drug smuggler for accused kingpin Ryan Wedding – recently linked to a man charged in a sprawling Toronto police corruption probe – has been moved to a special jail unit. Gurpreet Singh's lawyer told a court about the development, days after CBC News revealed Singh's ties to Project South.
Six Toronto police officers charged in a high-profile corruption probe did not appear in court as scheduled, raising questions despite their absence not being illegal.
Authorities are looking into an incident where a man used a megaphone at a Toronto rally to falsely claim that Jewish people practice 'black magic,' drawing condemnation and police attention.
Toronto police have charged two 18-year-olds with murder in connection with shooting deaths during the Salsa on St. Clair festival, confirming that the two men killed were the intended victims and only one gun was fired.
Toronto police have arrested two individuals in connection with a July shooting incident at the US Consulate, citing a gun-for-hire network as a factor.
Five Toronto police officers have been found guilty of misconduct for comments made on a Muslim outreach podcast, where they reportedly praised October 7 and downplayed support for Hamas at anti-Israel rallies.
Toronto police have launched a major investigation after shots were fired at the U.S. Consulate building, marking the second incident targeting the institution this year.
Toronto police are investigating after two separate locations of a Jewish-owned bakery chain reported damage, with one hit by gunfire, on Sunday morning.
Police in Toronto are actively searching for suspects involved in a shooting at a festival that resulted in two deaths. The investigation is ongoing to identify and apprehend those responsible.
A 19-year-old charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of a Toronto police officer made his initial court appearance from his hospital bed.
Toronto police have stated that dozens of shootings, including one at the US consulate in March, are linked to a 'multilayered' gun-for-hire network. Young adults and teens are reportedly being recruited through apps like Telegram to carry out these attacks.
Toronto police have charged a 12-year-old boy with attempted murder, alleging he was driving a stolen vehicle that struck and injured a police officer in East York.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has expressed condolences following the deaths of two police officers killed in the line of duty: Constable Tarun Bali of the Ontario Provincial Police and Toronto Police Constable Marc Pinizzotto.
Several high-profile sexual assault cases are progressing, including the trial of Dimitris Lignadis in Greece for the rape of minors and the arrest of four men in the Netherlands suspected of drugging and raping their partners. Separately, a Toronto police officer has been charged with sexual assault in Canada.
As the World Cup approaches, teams are finalizing rosters and playing tune-up matches, while host cities and fan groups are making preparations. Off-field activities include investigations into ticket sales, security announcements, and the release of new fan anthems.
An opinion piece suggests that the arrests of over a dozen Toronto police officers this year point to systemic problems rather than isolated incidents.
Toronto police are facing demands for accountability following the arrests of several off-duty officers in Spain, prompting an internal review.
Toronto Police Service in Canada has arrested 30-year-old Ghanaian man Samuel Opoku in connection with two separate sexual assault investigations across the city.
A CBC News analysis of Toronto police data reveals that a recent rise in home invasions in the city is largely attributed to a significant increase in incidents targeting houses in some of Toronto's wealthiest neighborhoods.
Toronto police have charged a man in connection with the shooting of two synagogues. The charges follow incidents that occurred on the same night.
Toronto Police have laid new hate-crime charges against individuals who disrupted a pro-Israel event, part of over 1,275 charges related to demonstrations and hate-motivated offenses since October 2023.
Toronto police have announced an enhanced cash reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest of Kyle Douglas Prouse, who is allegedly responsible for at least six heists.
Toronto police officials are reaching out to a high-ranking former officer who made explosive allegations of antisemitism, racism, and corruption within the service's senior ranks during interviews surrounding his book release.
Rapper Drake announced the release date for his new album, "Iceman," through an elaborate promotional stunt in Toronto where fans attempted to melt a massive ice structure to uncover the date, leading to crowd control issues.
Toronto Police have arrested a suspect in connection with a shooting incident at a Jewish-owned restaurant during Passover.
Toronto police are facing questions regarding their approach to pro-Palestinian protests, specifically whether waving a Palestinian flag on a sidewalk constitutes harassment or illegal activity.
Toronto police are planning to establish an anti-terrorism unit and implement armed patrols following a reported increase in hate crimes across the city.
Toronto police have banned anti-Israel protesters from a Jewish residential area, citing a "measured step to reduce risk of escalation and maintain public safety" amid rising antisemitic violence.
An Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigation examining the conduct of multiple Toronto police officers, launched after the judge at a high-profile murder trial accused responding officers of…
A man accused of bribing Toronto police officers in a corruption probe has been ordered not to contact a co-accused of an alleged cocaine kingpin as part of his bail conditions.
The Toronto Police Service hate crime unit is part of the investigation into the shooting at Temple Emanu-El in North York on Monday
A Toronto police officer was injured after being shot during a robbery investigation involving an e-bike early Thursday morning.
Toronto police have arrested and charged two suspects in connection with a gunshot fired at the US Consulate. Authorities are providing new information about the incident.
Toronto police Chief Myron Demkiw announced that arrests have been made in connection with the fatal shooting that occurred last month at the Salsa on St. Clair festival.
Toronto Police have issued a warrant for an Indian man who allegedly posed as a psychic and offered a victim 'spiritual protection' in a suspected fraud scheme.
Police are investigating after shots were fired outside the U.S. Consulate in Toronto, marking the second such incident at the building in four months. No injuries were reported in the shooting.
A former Toronto police officer, Derek McCormick, has pleaded guilty to two charges as part of Project South, a wide-ranging investigation into police corruption and organized crime.
A shooting at a street salsa festival in Toronto has resulted in two deaths and multiple injuries. Authorities are investigating the incident, which caused panic among attendees.
A former police officer in Norway has been charged with gross extortion and gross corruption. The charges stem from allegations that the officer offered to conceal prostitution activities.
Toronto police are scheduled to provide updates on arrests made in connection with the U.S. Consulate shooting and other ongoing investigations, following recent search warrants.
A Toronto police officer and the driver of an allegedly stolen vehicle were hospitalized after the driver attempted to flee a traffic stop. The incident occurred on Leaside Bridge, and one suspect remains at large.
A Toronto police officer was shot and killed during a raid as part of an investigation into an attack on the US consulate and a synagogue, which is believed to have Iran-linked ties.
A video showing Toronto police tackling a cyclist after an alleged traffic violation has led to public outcry. Police state the man faces three charges for running a stop sign, swearing at officers, and attempting to flee.
Toronto police have announced five additional arrests related to antisemitic signs displayed during a protest in March, bringing the total hate propaganda charges laid since October 7, 2023, to 30.
Toronto police are scheduled to provide an update on the search for 14-year-old Esther, who was last seen in the Earl Bales Park area in North York on Friday. Authorities have expressed concern for her safety.
Episodes of the reality show "Married at First Sight UK" have been pulled and an investigation launched following multiple allegations of sexual assault made by female participants against male co-stars. Police are urging potential victims to come forward as the scandal rocks the UK television industry.
Toronto police data for 2025 revealed that Jewish individuals were the targets in 82% of religion-motivated hate crimes, with Black and 2SLGBTQI+ communities also significantly impacted.
Toronto police have announced that a 37-year-old woman will face a first-degree murder charge following the death of her nearly two-year-old daughter in hospital. The child died on Wednesday, prompting the charges.
An alleged drug trafficker, previously out on $1.5 million bail, has been returned to custody after being accused of bribing a Toronto police officer and conspiring to kill a senior corrections officer.
The Toronto police chief is taking "very seriously" allegations of antisemitism and "vile racism" within the force's highest ranks, as detailed in a former homicide detective's memoir.
Claims of antisemitism and leadership failure within the Toronto Police force have led to a loss of public confidence, prompting calls for action.
Toronto police have seized 'SMS blasters,' a cybercrime weapon never before seen in Canada, believed to have connected to tens of thousands of devices and caused over 13 million network disruptions.
Constable Andrew Lawson of the Toronto Police Service has been charged with manslaughter by the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) following the killing of a man in Niagara Falls, Ontario.
A man has been charged with four firearms-related offences, but police say this is still 'an active and ongoing investigation'
Toronto police have announced the formation of a new counter-terrorism security unit, citing influences from global conflicts, online radicalization, extremism, and a significant increase in hate crimes.
Toronto Police announced measures including deploying armed officers with patrol rifles and banning pro-Palestinian protests in Jewish areas, citing heightened tensions.
Lawyers for Umar Zameer, who was acquitted in a high-profile Toronto murder trial involving a police officer's death, are speaking out, alleging the Toronto Police Service attempted to 'railroad an innocent man' in response to a recent OPP report re-examining trial evidence.
Toronto police have located a vehicle sought in connection with a shooting investigation at the US consulate.
The alleged drug trafficker accused of obtaining confidential information from a Toronto police officer, which was used in an alleged conspiracy to kill a senior corrections officer, was granted a $1.5-million bail Wednesday in Toronto.
Karl Jacobson, city’s police chief for three years, is accused of pilfering money from fund meant to pay informants An official who recently resigned as police chief of one of Connecticut’s largest cities was arrested on Friday on larceny charges after allegations that he stole more than $85,000 from two department accounts – money that was meant to pay for certain informants as well as a youth extracurricular program. Karl Jacobson, who abruptly retired from the New Haven police department in January, turned himself in on an arrest warrant. He was later released on a court-set bond of $150,000, a state prosecutor said in a news release. Jacobson faces two counts of larceny related to defrauding a public community. Continue reading...