Canadian Crime Watch (2025)

20/06/2025

WINNIPEG, MANITOBA - On the evening of June 14, 2025, beginning around 6:00 p.m., a Winnipeg man was involved in a series of violent incidents in the St. Boniface area.

The first occurred in the 100 block of Dupont Street, where he broke into a vehicle and stole property belonging to the owner.

Shortly after, a witness spotted the same man breaking into another vehicle in the 200 block of Enfield Crescent. When the witness intervened, the suspect picked up a brick, threatened to kill him, and threw the brick before running away.

Just after 7:00 p.m., the suspect forced his way into a residence in the 300 block of Hamel Avenue, where he sexually assaulted a woman and pushed her to the ground. She screamed for help, and a neighbour chased him out of the building. Her father arrived shortly after and chased the suspect towards the area of Pioneer Avenue and Waterfront Drive, where he threw a brick at him.

None of the people involved required medical treatment as a result of the incidents.

Police had been called and, at 8:04 p.m., the man was located and arrested in the area of Waterfront Drive and Bannatyne Avenue.

Matthew Raymond James STEVENS (38 yrs) has been charged with six offences relating to sexual assault, break and enter, assault with a weapon, uttering threats to kill, and theft. He was detained in custody.

20/06/2025

WINNIPEG, MANITOBA - On June 13, 2025, at approximately 7:36 p.m., a teenager was seriously injured during a robbery involving a machete in the St. James area by a group of unidentified youths.

While in the area of Portage Avenue and St. James Street on an unrelated call, Winnipeg Fire Paramedics noticed a group of youths gathering nearby. They witnessed one youth assault another with a machete and immediately requested police assistance.

West District patrol officers attended the scene and located the injured teen, who sustained significant injuries. Officers learned that the teen also had his personal property stolen during the assault. He was transported to hospital in unstable condition and later upgraded to stable condition, where he was treated for life-altering injuries.

Several other youths were involved in the robbery, and police are working to identify everyone involved.

The Major Crimes Unit (MCU) has taken over the investigation and are asking anyone who was in the area and believes they may have witnessed the assault to come forward. Anyone with information is asked to contact MCU at 204-986-6219 or anonymously at Crime Stoppers 204-786-TIPS or winnipegcrimestoppers.org

20/06/2025

TORONTO, ONTARIO - The Toronto Police Service is making the public aware of an arrest made in a Personating Peace Officer investigation.

On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at approximately 7:25 p.m., police responded to a call for a Suspicious Incident in the Lake Shore Boulevard West and Humber Bay Park Road West area.

It is alleged that:

The accused attended the Humber Bay Park West area where he approached members of the public and verbally identified himself as a police officer
the accused showed members of the public a gold-coloured badge during the interaction and attempted to question them about why they were at the park
It is further alleged that:

On Tuesday, June 17, 2025, the accused attended a business in the Ripley Avenue and Ormskirk Avenue area with a dog.
An employee advised the accused that dogs were not permitted inside.
The accused returned shortly after without the dog, displayed a gold-coloured badge, and claimed the dog was a working K9.
He repeatedly identified himself as a public safety officer and said he was inspecting for food safety.
He left when the employee continued to question him.

On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, Amr Ahmed Kamel El Khairree, 48, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with:
Three counts of Personating Peace Officer

He was scheduled to appear in court at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at 10 a.m., in room 107.

Investigators believe there may be other victims that had interactions with the accused. An image has been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

20/06/2025

DURHAM REGION, ONTARIO - Investigators from the DRPS Offender Management Unit have arrested 202 individuals, executed 267 arrest warrants and laid 406 charges during an eight-week project throughout Durham Region.

Between March and May 2025, the Offender Management Unit, assisted by divisional units took part in Project GIANT, a region-wide initiative focused on locating and arresting parties on outstanding warrants with DRPS. All warrants were considered; however, the focus was on accused persons wanted for Fail to Comply and Fail to Appear offences.

Project GIANT resulted in 327 Fail to Comply/Fail to Appear Charges and 79 charges for other offences, including theft, assault peace officer and obstruct justice.

Of the 202 individuals arrested, 65 were held for bail hearings. Of those, 55 were released, and 15 have since re-offended or been re-arrested—underscoring a concerning trend of recidivism.

The DRPS would like to thank the members of the investigative team for their dedication and perseverance and all other law enforcement agencies that provided assistance during this project.

Anyone with information about wanted parties is asked to contact the Offender Management Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext 5357.

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 $2000 cash reward.

20/06/2025

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA – Vancouver Police are sharing images of a suspect in multiple early-morning break-ins on the city’s west-side, and encourage people to lock their doors and windows to prevent additional crimes.

“We are actively working to identify and arrest this suspect, who is linked to break-ins throughout Marpole, Kerrisdale, Arbutus Ridge, Oakridge and Shaunghnessey,” says Constable Tania Visintin. “Until we find him, we’re asking people to take extra precautions and to call police immediately if you encounter him.”

The suspect, believed to be an Asian man in his 30s, has struck 16 times since January. He enters homes through unlocked doors late at night or in the early morning – often when people are home – and wears blue gloves and a medical mask to cover his face. He often steals cash or other valuables that are left out in the open.

“This brazen behaviour is concerning, because it’s occurring when people are at home in their beds,” adds Constable Visintin. “Although nobody has been hurt, the fact this suspect is entering homes at night is frightening.”

Police believe the suspect may live in the area and is travelling the neighbourhoods at night on foot. He typically wears a dark baseball cap, a dark hooded jacket, dark pants, and dark running shoes. The most recent break-in occurred around 3:30 a.m. at a home near Marguerite Street and West 41st Avenue.

All of the incidents have occurred between West 16th Avenue to the north and West 70th Avenue to the south, and between Oak Street to the east and Elm Street to the west.

Police have increased patrols in the neighbourhood, canvassed for video and witnesses, and taken other investigative steps.

Anyone who encounters the suspect committing a crime is asked to call 9-1-1 immediately. Anyone who can identify the man is asked to call 604-717-0610.

19/06/2025

MARKHAM, ONTARIO - Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit are seeking multiple suspects following a home invasion in the City of Markham.

On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at approximately 6:45 p.m., police responded to a residence in the area of Green Lane and Willowbrook Road for a report of a home invasion. One suspect rang the doorbell and, when the victim answered the door, they were threatened with a firearm. Nothing was taken from the residence.

The suspect fled to a waiting blue sedan operated by a second suspect.

The were no reported injuries.

Suspect #1:
Male
Medium-to-dark skin
5’8”
Slender build
Grey hooded sweater
Blue gardening gloves
Black face covering
There is no suspect description available for the second suspect.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to call the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6630. Anonymous tips can be made by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or by visiting www.1800222tips.com.

Crime prevention is our shared responsibility: Find up-to-date crime data in York Region on the Community Safety Data Portal, or become a partner in community safety by signing up for the Security Camera Registry today.

19/06/2025

EAST GWILLIMBURY, ONTARIO - Investigators with the York Regional Police #1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau have charged a suspect after a man was shot in the Town of East Gwillimbury. Thanks to the swift and coordinated response by officers, the suspect was identified, located, and safely taken into custody within an hour of the incident.

On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at approximately 8:40 a.m., police responded to a residence in the area of Balsdon Hollow and Petal Avenue for a report of a shooting. Officers arrived to find one male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The suspect fled the scene in a grey Honda Civic that had been reported stolen from the City of Toronto on June 16, 2025.

Officers quickly located the suspect vehicle and, with support from the Air Support Unit, tracked it to the area of Sentinel Road and Finch Avenue West, in Toronto.

By approximately 9:30 a.m., less than an hour after the shooting, officers, with assistance from the Emergency Response Unit, safely arrested the suspect and recovered a firearm.

Charged:
Feysal MOHAMED, 18, City of Toronto
Charges:

Attempt Murder with Firearm
Discharge Firearm with Intent
Possession of a Loaded Prohibited Firearm
Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
Breach of Probation x2
Possession of Firearm Contrary to Prohibition Order
At the time of the offence MOHAMED was on probation and a fi****ms prohibition order for unrelated offences.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7441. Anonymous tips can be made by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or by visiting www.1800222tips.com.

Crime prevention is our shared responsibility: Find up-to-date crime data in York Region on the Community Safety Data Portal, or become a partner in community safety by signing up for the Security Camera Registry today.

19/06/2025

RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO - Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit have charged two males and seized a firearm and ammunition following an investigation into a series of armed home invasions and carjackings across York Region, Peel Region and the City of Toronto.

The investigation, known as Project Gamer, began in April 2025. On April 5, 2025, multiple suspects, at least one armed with a handgun, attempted to carjack a Ferrari in the City of Richmond Hill. The suspects were unsuccessful in obtaining the keys and fled the scene in a black Land Rover, which had been reported stolen from Peel Region on April 1.

Through the course of the investigation, officers identified suspects and located a vehicle connected to the incidents.

On June 12, 2025, members of the Hold-Up Unit executed four search warrants at residences in Peel Region. Two suspects were arrested. Officers seized a loaded firearm, an extended magazine with ammunition, a replica firearm and keys to the stolen Land Rover.

Investigators are releasing images of the accused, as they believe the individuals may be connected to additional violent crimes. They are urging anyone with information to come forward and contact police.

Charged:
Myles TESSIER, 18, of City of Mississauga
Charges:
Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition

Anthony LOW, 19, of City of Brampton
Possession of a Loaded Prohibited Firearm
Possession of a Prohibited Device for a Dangerous Purpose
Possession of a Firearm while Prohibited
Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 (both accused)

The investigation is ongoing, and further charges may be laid.
Anyone with information is asked to call the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6630. Anonymous tips can be made by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or by visiting www.1800222tips.com.
Crime prevention is our shared responsibility: Find up-to-date crime data in York Region on the Community Safety Data Portal, or become a partner in community safety by signing up for the Security Camera Registry today.

19/06/2025

TORONTO, ONTARIO - The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance in an Assault, Uttering Threats/Property Damage and Harassment investigation.

On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at approximately 8:30pm, police responded to a call in the Balsam Avenue and Queen Street East area.

It is reported that:

the accused assaulted the victim
the accused also further threatened to cause damage to the victim's property

Brian Neil William Gillis, 34, of Toronto is wanted for:
Assault
Uttering Threats/Property Damage
Assault
Harassment by Repeated Communication with Person
He is described as 6’0 ft, has a medium build, and black curly black hair

An image has been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

19/06/2025

TORONTO, ONTARIO - The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a man wanted in several Robbery investigations.

It is reported that:

Between April and June 2025, the accused posted and responded to items for sale on social media platforms under the names Yoon Ji Hoon, Jin Takashi, and Ki D**g Wu.
The accused would meet up with sellers and potential buyers throughout the Greater Toronto Area, during the meeting, the accused would rob victims of their property.

Rayman Zhen, 20, of Toronto, is wanted for:
Two counts of Theft Over $5000
Robbery
Two counts of Robbery with a Firearm
Robbery with an Offensive Weapon
Three counts of Prowl by Night
Administer Noxious Thing with Intent
Possession of a Weapon
Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Weapon

Police believe there may be more victims.
An image has been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

19/06/2025

TORONTO, ONTARIO - The Toronto Police Service Financial Crimes Unit has arrested 11 individuals and laid more than 100 criminal charges in connection with Project Fare, a comprehensive investigation into a taxi scam targeting unsuspecting victims.

The media conference is available to watch on YouTube.

Allegations:
It is alleged that the accused are members of a criminal network responsible for a fraud scheme referred to as the "taxi scam". Suspects posed as taxi drivers using vehicles modified to resemble licensed cabs. Victims were picked up and asked to pay for their fare using credit or debit cards. During the transaction, the suspects allegedly swapped the victim's card with a similar-looking one, retaining the real card and PIN #. The real card was then passed to accomplices, who used them to withdraw cash, deposit fraudulent cheques to inflate account balances, and purchase high-value merchandise.

The investigation began in July 2024 after multiple reports were made to police by victims of the scam. Initially, 61 linked incidents were identified. By the conclusion of the investigation, that number rose to over 300, with total losses to victims exceeding $500,000.

On May 21, 2025, investigators from the Financial Crimes Unit, assisted by officers from 14, 51, 52, 23 and 32 Divisions, executed three search warrants at addresses connected to the accused. In addition to the arrests made, police seized multiple point of sale (P.O.S.) terminals, high-end clothing, electronics, artwork, numerous bank cards, and vehicles resembling taxis. Images of some of the seized items have been released.

Arrests and Charges:

Ekjot NAHAL, 22, of Brampton, was arrested and charged with:
five counts of Fraud Over $5000
Possession of Proceeds of Crime over $5000
He was scheduled to appear at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on May 22, 2025, at 10 a.m., in room 106.

Harjoban NAHAL, 25, of Brampton, was arrested and charged with:
five counts of Fraud Over $5000
Possession of Proceeds of Crime Over $5000
Flight While Pursued by Peace Officer
Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance
two counts of Operation of a Conveyance while Prohibited
Breach of Conditional Sentence Order
He was scheduled to appear at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on May 22, 2025, at 10 a.m., in room 106.

Connor WYBENGA, 26, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with:
five counts of Fraud Over $5000
Attempt Fraud Over $5000
Possession of Proceeds of Crime over $5000
Possession of Proceeds of Crime under $5000
Unlawfully Deal with Device that could be used for Forgery
He was scheduled to appear at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on May 22, 2025, at 10 a.m., in room 106.

Korbin SONLEY, 22, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with:
Possession of Proceeds of Crime over $5000
Possession of Proceeds of Crime under $5000
Unlawfully Deal with Device that could be used for Forgery
He was scheduled to appear at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on May 22, 2025, at 10 a.m., in room 106.

Michael DENINE, 24, of Newfoundland, was arrested and charged with:
Possession of Proceeds of Crime over $5000
Possession of Proceeds of Crime under $5000
Unlawfully Deal with Device that could be used for Forgery
He was scheduled to appear at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on May 22, 2025, at 10 a.m., in room 106.

Harpreet HARPREET SINGH, 24, of Brampton, was arrested and charged with:
three counts of Fraud over $5000
nine counts of Fraud under $5000
12 counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000
Possession of Proceeds of Crime over $5000
Obstruct Peace Officer
two counts of Possession of Instruments to be Used to Commit Forgery
Unauthorized Use of Credit Card Data
Attempt Fraud over $5000
He is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, on July 15, 2025, at 11 a.m., in room 203.

Luis COLLADO, 24 years, of Mississauga, was arrested and charged with:

Fraud over $5000
three counts of Fraud under $5000
Attempt Fraud under $5000
five counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000
Possession of Instruments to be Used to Commit Forgery
Unauthorized Use of Credit Card Data
He is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, on July 15, 2025, at 11 a.m., in room 203.

Reazuddin SHAIKH, 50, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with:
three counts of Fraud over $5000
six counts of Fraud Under $5000
Attempt Fraud Under $5000
eight counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000
Possession of instruments to be Used to Commit Forgery
Unauthorized Use of Credit Card Data
He is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, on July 11, 2025, at 11 a.m., in room 203.

Anastasia ZACHAROPOULOS JOHNSTON, 19, of Vaughan, was arrested and charged with:
Fraud over $5000
Fraud under $5000
Possession of Proceeds of Crime over $5000
Possession of Proceeds of Crime under $5000
two counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000
She is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, on June 26, 2025, at 9 a.m., in room 203.

Gurnoor Singh RANDHAWA, 20, of No Fixed Address, was arrested and charged with:
Fail to Comply with Release Order
two counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000
two counts of Possess Credit Card Obtained by Offence
He was scheduled to appear at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on January 19, 2025, at 10 a.m., in room 105.

Gaurav TAAK, 23, of Brampton, was arrested and charged with:
Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000
Possession of instruments to be Used to Commit Forgery
He was scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, on September 26, 2024, at 11 a.m., in room 203.

Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two male individuals believed to be suspects:

Suspect #1 is described as male, 5’7" – 5’10" tall, 25-35 years old, brown eyes, with a medium build, short black hair, and a trimmed black beard.

Suspect #2 is described as male, 5’7"– 6’0" tall, in his 20s, with brown eyes, a medium build, and thin facial hair.
Images of the suspects have been released.

Police are also looking to identify a female who is being considered a person-of-interest. Images of the unknown female have been released. She is not considered a suspect, and police believe she has information that would assist in the identification of the outstanding male suspects.

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. Individuals with information can also contact the officer-in-charge of the investigation Dana Clark at 416-808-7318 or [email protected].

18/06/2025

QUEBEC CITY, QUEBEC – As part of a criminal investigation conducted by the Sexual Exploitation of Minors Unit (ESM) and the Integrated Child Po*******hy Team (EILPJ), investigators arrested Ahmed Elsayed KARAMELDIN, 42, this morning around 6:55 a.m. in the city of Saint-Apollinaire for luring and indecent exposure. He is currently in custody and will be interviewed by investigators. He is expected to appear today at the Quebec City courthouse.

The Quebec City Police Department (SPVQ) is seeking help from the public and the media as it may have caused several victims.

The acts he is accused of allegedly occurred against teenage girls on social media between October 2024 and May 2025. According to our information, he used several pseudonyms on the Instagram and Snapchat applications, including "papi ours" and "oncle ours."

What is luring?
Luring is the act of using a means of telecommunication to contact minors for the purpose of committing sexual offenses.

If you believe you have been a victim of this individual or if you have any information about him, contact the SPVQ by dialing 911 for immediate intervention. To transmit information, which will be treated confidentially, call 418 641-AGIR (2447), and for people outside Quebec City, call 1 888 641-AGIR, toll-free. The file in reference is QUE-250319-217

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