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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance identifying a man in a fraud investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, between 2:30 p.m. and 4:15 p.m., a man entered a bank in Toronto and was able to successfully impersonate a bank client by providing identification, correctly entering the PIN and was able to answer all security verification questions

- the man then received a replacement debit card

- the man then attended two other branches and made withdrawals of funds from the account, totaling over $7,500 withdrawn

- the same man is responsible for similar frauds on April 10, 2013 in the Mississauga and Etobicoke areas.

The suspect is described as having a dark-black complexion, mid 20s-30, moustache and beard. He was last seen wearing a wooden cross around his neck.

If located, do not approach. Call 9-1-1.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1400, 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 Tuesday, June 18, 2013, the Toronto Police Service issued a news release regarding a man wanted in a break-and-enter investigation.

A photograph of the man wanted in connection with the investigation has been released.

It was reported that:

- on Friday, June 14, 2013, a man broke into a home in the Birchmount Road/St. Clair Avenue East area

- the man entered the home via a side window

- once inside, he ransacked the home, looking for valuables

- the home owner returned while the man was still inside

- a struggle ensued and the owner sustained serious injuries

- the man fled the scene

See previous release.

Sinbad King Simba Marshall, 18, of Brampton, is wanted for:

1) Break and Enter Commit
2) Assault with Weapon
3) Weapons Dangerous
4) Forcible Confinement
6) Aggravated Assault
5) Carry Concealed Weapon
7) Robbery
8) Threatening Death
9) Possession Property Obtained by Crime
10) Fail to Comply Recognizance
11) two counts of Fail to Comply Probation

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4100, 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 would like to make the public aware of a recent increase in “Secret Shopper” scams which advertise primarily on the internet and through email.

These scams offer employment to victims as a “secret shopper” or “customer service evaluator.” Most of these scams have the following common elements:

- victims are sent cheques and told to deposit them into their personal accounts

- victims are then asked to shop at area stores such as Walmart and Canadian Tire and “evaluate” the service

- victims are always told to evaluate a money transfer service such as Western Union and forward the bulk of the value of the cashed cheque abroad, usually to the United States

- the above tasks are usually required to be completed within 48 hours of receiving a cheque

The victims will be notified by their banks within one to two weeks that the cheque that was deposited to their account is a forgery and the victims are responsible for the entire amount of the cheque.

Police are asking the public to be cautious when depositing cheques from companies or individuals unknown to them.

If depositing a suspicious cheque, it is suggested that a hold be requested to allow sufficient time for the cheque to properly clear .

The public should always be suspicious when sending cash abroad to persons unknown to them.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1300, 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 girl.

Alsara Gracia, 17, was last seen on Monday, June 17, 2013, at 4 p.m., in the Lawrence Avenue East/Markham Road area.

Police believe she may be in the Scarborough area.

She is described as black with a dark complexion, 5’1”, 125 lbs., with black shoulder-length braided hair. She was last seen wearing black shorts and a black/white T-shirt. She is also known to wear reading glasses.

Police are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4300, 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 girl.

Alsara Gracia, 17, was last seen on Monday, June 17, 2013, at 4 p.m., in the Lawrence Avenue East/Markham Road area.

Police believe she may be in the Scarborough area.

She is described as black with a dark complexion, 5’1”, 125 lbs., with black shoulder-length braided hair. She was last seen wearing black shorts and a black/white T-shirt. She is also known to wear reading glasses.

Police are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4300, 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 Sunday, June 16, 2013, at approximately 2:50 a.m., police were called to 35 Empress Avenue, Unit 909, for a shooting.

This shooting has now been deemed a homicide.

On Monday, June 17, 2013, a post-mortem examination determined the cause of death as a single gunshot wound.

The victim has been identified as Byron Linares, 27, of Toronto.

Homicide investigators as still asking for the 9-1-1 caller to contact the lead investigator, Detective Scott Purches, at 416-808-7000 as soon as possible.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7000, 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 Sunday, June 16, 2013, at approximately 2:50 a.m., police were called to 35 Empress Avenue, Unit 909, for a shooting.

This shooting has now been deemed a homicide.

On Monday, June 17, 2013, a post-mortem examination determined the cause of death as a single gunshot wound.

The victim has been identified as Byron Linares, 27, of Toronto.

Homicide investigators as still asking for the 9-1-1 caller to contact the lead investigator, Detective Scott Purches, at 416-808-7000 as soon as possible.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7000, 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 identifying a woman in a fraud investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, between 1:30 p.m. and 2 p.m., a woman entered a bank in Toronto and was able to successfully impersonate a bank client by providing identification and being able to answer security verification questions

- the woman then received a replacement debit card and made a cash withdrawal

- the woman then attended two other branches and continued to withdraw funds from the account, totaling $14,000 withdrawn

It is also reported that:

- on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, between 2:45 p.m. and 3:20 p.m., the same woman entered a bank in downtown Toronto and was able to successfully impersonate a bank client by providing identification, including a temporary client card and correctly entering the PIN

- the woman was also able to answer all security verification questions

- the woman then received a replacement debit card and made a cash withdrawal

- the woman attended another branch and made an additional withdrawal of funds from the account, totaling $25,000 withdrawn

The suspect is described as having a long dark hair, 20-30, 5’2" and had a tattoo on her left wrist.

If located, do not approach. Call 9-1-1.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1400, 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 would like to make the public aware of two arrests in a Sexual Assault investigation.

It is alleged that:

- on Thursday, June 6, 2013, a 42-year-old woman was at a bar in the Kennedy Road/Eglinton Avenue East area

- the woman accepted a drink from an opened bottle of liquor from a man

- approximately 10 minutes later, she became incoherent and was assisted into a taxi by that man and another man

- the woman was then taken to a motel by the other man

- she was sexually assaulted and robbed

On Monday, June 10, 2013, at 12:25 a.m., the first man was arrested.

Inderjeet Joshi, 40, of Mississauga, is charged with:

1) Administer noxious thing

On Friday, June 14, 2013, at 1:05 a.m., the second man was arrested.

Chandrarajah Selvarajah, 46, of Scarborough, is charged with:

1) Sexual assault
2) Robbery

They are both scheduled to appear in court at 1911 Eglinton Avenue East, on Tuesday, July 16, 2013, at 2 p.m.


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 would like to make the public aware of an ongoing Break-and-Enter investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Friday, June 14, 2013, a man broke into a home in the Birchmount Road/St. Clair Avenue East area

- the man entered the home via a side window

- once inside, he ransacked the home, looking for valuables

- the home owner returned while the man was still inside

- a struggle ensued and the owner sustained serious injuries

- the man fled the scene

The man is described as mixed race, with a brown complexion, approximately 20, 5'11", 170 lbs., with very long curly black hair. He was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans and white running shoes.

Police remind residents to be diligent securing windows and doors when leaving their homes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4100, 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.