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The Police Officer of the Year Award is an annual tribute dinner held by the Toronto Region Board of Trade.

The Board created the award in 1967. Its purpose is to recognize members of the Toronto Police Service who have made significant contributions to making Toronto one of the safest cities in the world. Each month, an officer is selected for Police Officer of the Month, based on the following criteria: bravery, humanitarianism, superior investigative work and outstanding police skills.

Three years ago, the TPS Business Excellence Award was created. Its purpose is to recognize members of the Toronto Police Service who have made significant contributions to the Toronto Police Service and the City of Toronto. Each submission is judged on the following criteria: innovation, community service, technical achievement and customer service and reliability.

This year's Police Officer of the Year event will be held at the Toronto Region Board of Trade, 1 First Canadian Place, on Wednesday, June 5, 2013, at 6 p.m.

Click here for promotional video for the Award dinner event.

Leading up to the event, we will be presenting the stories of those nominated for the Police Officer of the Year and for the TPS Business Excellence Award.

Police Officers of the Month for February 2012: Constables Scott Jackson, Alison Louie, Joshua Sarasua. Edin Aeljkovic and Mark Zettler, 23 Division

On February 9, 2012, several calls were made to 9-1-1 for the sound of gunshots, only yards away from an elementary school.

Both uniform and plainclothes officers responded to the call and saw four men running from the area. The officers broadcast the suspects information over the radio, which lead to one of the men being arrested immediately.

Constable Joshua Sarasua pursued a second man. While running, the man was displaying characteristics of an armed person. Constable Sarasua was able to effect a gunpoint-arrest and took the man into custody without further incident. While this arrest was taking place, Constable Edin Zeljkovic took a man into custody who had received a gunshot wound to his leg, prior to police arriving. She immediately rendered first aid to the man and requested an ambulance be dispatched to her location.

Constables Mark Zettler, Scott Jackson and Alison Louie spotted a third man matching the description that was broadcast. As they pursued him, he is alleged to have tossed a loaded firearm into a backyard while he ran from the officers. He was arrested a short time later.

Further investigation led to the seizure of two loaded handguns.

In recognition of their bravery and dedication to duty, these officers have been selected as Police Officers of the Month for February 2012.

For further information, please contact TPS Corporate Communications at 416-808-7100 or Matthew Kofsky, Toronto Region Board of Trade, at 416-862-4558.

The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public's assistance identifying a woman in a theft investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at 8 a.m., police responded to a call at the College subway station for a personal injury

- police located a woman with apparent trauma to the body

- she was taken to hospital and pronounced dead

- foul play is not suspected

- after the victim died, a woman stole the victim's purse

The suspect is described as white, 40, 5'4", medium build with brown hair. She was last seen wearing a blue floral dress and white watch on her left wrist.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

55 Division’s Crime Management Team, in this week’s edition of "Wanted Wednesday," is looking for Levon Byers, 18.

He is wanted for:

1) Possession of a Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition
2) Unauthorized possession of a Firearm
3) Possession of a Firearm obtained by the commission of an offence
4) Possession of a Firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized
5) Possession for the purpose – Marijuana
6) Possession for the Purpose – Cocaine
7) Possession for the Purpose – Ecstasy
8) Possession of Proceeds of Crime
9) Fail to Comply with Recognizance

Police allege Levon Byers is in possession of a .40 cal. handgun.

He is considered armed and dangerous. Do not approach. If located, call 9-1-1.

He is described as black, 6’, 170 lbs., brown hair with brown eyes. He has a tattoo of “Faith will Prevail” on his left arm.

For further information, please visit the following: Twitter and Facebook.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

On Monday, May 13, 2013, members of the Sex Crimes Unit, Child Exploitation Section, executed a search warrant at a home in Scarborough.

It is alleged that:

- the accused was taking pictures of young girls, at local temples, in local shops and on the street

- the accused manipulated the pictures to make it appear that the young girls he had photographed were performing sexual acts

On Friday, May 17, 2013, Gowthaman Saravanapavan, 35, of Toronto was arrested and charged with:

1. Make Child Pornography
2. Possession Child Pornography

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-8500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services and the Ministry of the Attorney General.

The Police Officer of the Year Award is an annual tribute dinner held by the Toronto Region Board of Trade.

The Board created the award in 1967. Its purpose is to recognize members of the Toronto Police Service who have made significant contributions to making Toronto one of the safest cities in the world. Each month, an officer is selected for Police Officer of the Month, based on the following criteria: bravery, humanitarianism, superior investigative work and outstanding police skills.

Three years ago, the TPS Business Excellence Award was created. Its purpose is to recognize members of the Toronto Police Service who have made significant contributions to the Toronto Police Service and the City of Toronto. Each submission is judged on the following criteria: innovation, community service, technical achievement and customer service and reliability.

This year's Police Officer of the Year event will be held at the Toronto Region Board of Trade, 1 First Canadian Place, on Wednesday, June 5, 2013, at 6 p.m.

Click here for promotional video for the Award dinner event.

Leading up to the event, we will be presenting the stories of those nominated for the Police Officer of the Year and for the TPS Business Excellence Award.

Police Officer of the Month for January 2012: Sergeant Jeffrey Moyer, 55 Division

On January 4, 2012. Sergeant Jeffrey Moyer, along with officers from 12 Division, conducted an inspection on a licensed premises which had been the centre of many complaints from residents regarding loud noise and disorderly conduct.

Sergeant Moyer determined that the owner was in violation of a number of regulations and charged him, along with seizing alcohol as evidence. The owner allegedly took Sergeant Moyer aside and asked for special consideration, offering him money each week in exchange for the charges to disappear. He was also allegedly looking for further future protection from police enforcement.

Recognizing the seriousness of the request, Sergeant Moyer deferred arrest and agreed to speak with the owner regarding his proposal at a later date.

Sergeant Moyer notified his supervisory officers of the alleged bribe and an operational plan was developed. An investigative team was selected and Sergeant Moyer established a follow-up meeting with the owner to further discuss his offer. During the following meetings, the owner allegedly made cash payments to Moyer and detailed his expectations curtailing police enforcement activities at the establishment. The owner allegedly outlined an anticipated payment schedule and his intention to enlist his illicit services full time.

With evidence now in hand, the owner was arrested and charged with Bribery of an Officer and Attempt to Obstruct Justice. A clear message was to be made, that the honour of the Toronto Police Service is resolute and that any invitation to compromise our integrity will not be tolerated.

In recognition of his superior investigative skills and dedication to duty, Sergeant Jeffrey Moyer has been selected as Police Officer of the Month for January 2012.

For further information, please contact TPS Corporate Communications at 416-808-7100 or Matthew Kofsky, Toronto Region Board of Trade, at 416-862-4558.

On Monday, May 6, 2013, police responded to a call for an arson out front of Mary Shadd Public School, 135 Hupfield Trail.

It is alleged that:

- the accused set the children’s playground climber, valued at $20,000, on fire

On Sunday, May 19, 2013, police arrested and charged an 18-year-old man and a 19-year-old man, along with a 17-year-old boy, each with:

1) Arson - Damage to Property.

The names of the accused men are being withheld to protect the identity of the Young Person.

The name of the Young Person cannot be released under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

They are scheduled to appear in court at 1911 Eglinton Avenue East, on Thursday, June 27, 2013, at 10 a.m.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

On Saturday, May 18, 2013, at 3:47 a.m., police responded to an unknown trouble call to Windsor Street/Blue Jays Way area.

It is alleged that:

- on Saturday, May 18, 2013, a 22-year-old woman was out with friends at a nightclub in the Richmond Street West/Spadina Avenue area

-a 26-year-old man approached her in the club and struck up a conversation with her

- a short time later, the woman and her friends left the nightclub and were followed outside by the same man and two other men who offered to drive the woman home

- one woman accepted the offer and was led away to a nearby underground parking garage by all three men

- the woman was forcibly confined in the SUV and sexually assaulted by two of the men while in the underground parking garage

It further alleged that:

- the woman's friends were concerned for her safety and searched the area where she was last seen and alerted police

- police responded and located the woman

- three men were arrested a short time later

Hewad Ahmadzai, 26; Omeed Ahmadzai, 24; and Nazeef Ahmadzai, 30; all of Toronto, have each been charged with:

1. Forcible Confinement
2. Gang Sexual Assault

Omeed Ahmadzai, 24, and Nazeef Ahmadzai, 30, were each additionally charged with:

1. Sexual Assault

They appeared in court at Old City Hall on Sunday, May 19, 2013.

Police believe there may be other victims.

Photographs of all three men have been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7474, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


A sexual assault is defined by the Criminal Code of Canada as 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, please visit our Sex Crimes Unit website.

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing man.

Christopher Franklyn Brown, 24, was last seen on Wednesday, May 8, 2013, in the Queen Street East/Parliament Street area.

He is described as white, 5'5", 130 lbs., with short or shaved black hair.

Police are concerned for his safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

On Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 12:31 p.m., police responded to a personal-injury collision at Mill Street and Yonge Street.

It is reported that:

- an 80-year-old woman was walking southbound on the east side of Yonge Street and was crossing from the north side of Mill Street to the south side

- a 26-year-old man was driving a 2012 Toyota westbound on Mill Street, turning north on to Yonge Street

- the woman was struck by the vehicle

The woman suffered life-threatening injuries and subsequently died in hospital.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1900, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing man.

Urmas Toming, 63, was last seen in mid-March, in the Yonge Street/Steeles Avenue West area.

He is described as white, 5’10”, 220 lbs., blue eyes, black/grey hair.

Police are concerned for his safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.