Hi and Good Morning to Metro's Finest: I am writing to speak highly of four officers(I speak…read morehighly of all of you). I was assessed in a police cruiser last Tuesday for a period of 25 minutes. I was handcuffed in a "Mock" Arrest" by Officer Summers. It went went considering that I very poor sleep and, was not well. I was assessed by this lady officers' four work colleagues, and upon arriving at the station-I was then fingerprinted by a brunette lady officer who was in very good spirits along with her 3 work colleagues-I might add that they all treated me well considering that they were very tired from I am sure from an extreme long day and, most likely a very long day. I am very grateful the officers at the station that include Officer Terry Allen, whom took fingerprints upon my arrival. Great work officers!!. JP Preston.

As a Black woman living in the City of Toronto, I have experienced firsthand the painful truth that…read moresystemic racism and anti-Black bias remain deeply embedded in our institutions -- especially within the Toronto Police Service. What happened to me on October 31st, 2025, is a reminder that even when Black people follow the law and seek help, we are too often criminalized instead of protected. That day, while returning home to 325 Bleecker Street, and I was physically assaulted by a white male tenant. I did not know his name at the time. He blocked my access to the elevator, and when I politely said "excuse me," he began swearing at me and then violently grabbed and shook my shoulders. I immediately called the police and filed a report (#25-2287454, 51 Division, Detective Turnbull). I informed the officers that the entire assault was captured on the building's security camera, yet no one followed up to view the footage. A full week passed without any police contact, a clear sign that my report was not taken seriously. My safety as a Black woman was disregarded. Then, on November 7th, I encountered the same man in the lobby of my building. Fearing for my safety, I called my daughter and asked for help. My sons came downstairs to escort me to my apartment while I sat in my mobility scooter. One of my sons reacted to the man who had previously assaulted me, and he called the police again. This time, the officers from 51 Division arrived and actually reviewed the security footage -- footage that clearly shows me seated in my scooter and not assaulting anyone. Yet, despite this evidence, the police viciously handcuffed me and charged me with assault, while the man who physically attacked me continues to face no accountability. The female arresting officer referred to me as a "gal," a term historically used to demean and dehumanize Black women during slavery. Her tone and conduct were humiliating and degrading. She went as far as instructing her partner to physically force me to sign release papers. Her behaviour made it painfully clear that some Toronto Police officers harbour deep contempt for Black people -- a reality that has been proven repeatedly but is continually ignored, dismissed, or minimized by both the media and the justice system. How many more Black lives must be ruined, violated, or taken before these injustices are acknowledged? How long will this city allow officers who clearly display anti-Black attitudes to continue policing our communities? I am a volunteer crisis responder who provides emotional support to people worldwide, yet this experience has left me emotionally scarred and seeking support myself. The trauma of being assaulted, dismissed, and racially dehumanized by those sworn to protect me is unbearable. We are not "gals." We are human beings. Our Blackness should not determine whether our lives, pain, or safety matter. It is time for Toronto to confront this truth -- and to finally deliver justice that includes and protects Black people.

The constables, detectives and staff sergeant at 51 Division were extremely professional, courteous…read moreand treated me with the utmost respect. There was not one moment that I felt like I was dehumanized or demeaned in anyway. I thank them for that. They are a beacon for Toronto Police Services, they should be commended for their conduct and I think law enforcement officers anywhere can take a lesson from these fine ladies and gentlemen at 51 Division.

Egotistic police officer (#11103) who escalate the situation rather than calm it. We were pulled…read moreover and instead of explaining the situation, he rather yell and attack us, claiming he knew laws in other countries he didn't know about to attack us. When we called him out on his inaccuracies and showed him proof that he was wrong, he proceeded to get more aggressive and change his story -- note I was with 2 other women who he was yelling at for no reason. Either brush up on your laws or don't spout nonsense if you have no idea what you're talking about. He profiled us, wanted to give us a ticket, and was looking for any reason to do so. This guy obviously has ego and anger management issues and should not be in any position of power.

My hats off to the staff sargent whom I spoke to today. He was polite and respectful and was an…read moreeptomy of how an officer should behave. With so many cops wrong doing today it should be important to remember there are angels and true police on the job

Toronto Police Service is not to be called to serve or protect…read moreAround 3:30 pm yesterday, Sept 18/25, I heard very loud, ear damaging high volume of music coming from an approaching car when I was about to cross a small intersection at Gosford Bl & Shoreham Drive (North Side). This vehicle did not stop when I was microseconds from stepping out of the sidewalk onto the intersection & felt this car passing right in front of me. The posted female school crossing guard did not do anything yet I heard her yelling a little behind me (at what & why, I was not too sure but I assumed logically it was about this car not yielding to a crossing pedestrian). After crossing, I saw this car heading east along Shoreham Drive & then turned into the plaza parking lot northwest of Shoreham & Jane. I walked closer & still heard the extremely loud music coming out from this black SUV parked by the side of Pacific FoodMart. I appoached slowly & waited to see the male, medium build black male driver, 35-45ish of age, about 1.6-1.7 meter tall, leaving after shutting off the loud music & the engine. He looked at me briefly (probably recognizing me as the pedestrian he did not yield to just now), then walked towards the stores. I then went closer & wrote down this vehicle info-----Ontario license plate # CHEZ 406 with a color fading silver rear lisence plate frame, newer model all black Acura MDX SUV with silver chrome trimmed window frames. I walked back & asked this female school crossing guard about this car that did not stop for crossing pedestrian a few minutes earlier. To my amazement, she was blaming me for not looking before crossing & that ''he came first...'' I almost always looked around & ahead when walking & crossing---for unsafe/careless/dangerous car drivers, racing or speeding ebikes/regular bikes, ATVs, dirt bikes, e- or regular speeding scooters, & even careless pedestrians on sidewalks & crossings, for over 3 decads. Even if I was not looking this time as this irresponsible school crossing guard was accusing me of, how could I not know this coming car with his music SO EXTREMELY LOUD! This is one of the busiest intersections as a grade school is right at this interaction, St. Ausgusta something junior school. Many grade school students were leaving school & crossing everywhere around when what I described above happened. What adds further to my frustration & huge disappointment was that I was totally unable to get the police (6 minutes + & I was still unable to get to a live person at the Toronto Police Service non-emergence line & 31 Division (with no answer!) , 337 pm, 350 pm, & I truly feel that our police really does not care as no one gets killed, injured, or any weapon was involved based on my personal experience calling our Toronto police for help the past 25 years! They would probably just told me to file an online report form) . I then called Crime Stopper, 4-408 pm, a male person who answered simply did not show much patience or mood to listen to me about what happened & put me on a long hold. I hung up after 7 minutes holding. The Ryan person at 311 , 409-16 pm, just had no patience listening to what happened & simply told me to call the police non-emergence line. I told this ''Ryan'' person the multiple who I did call & I hung up after telling Ryan ''I do not think you will do anything & I do not think that you care, bye''). Seems to me once again that whosoever responsible for our personal/property safety in our city of Toronto who has some form of power would not care even to listen, not to mention to catch this law breaker (I believe the extremely loud music from his car alone, especially in a school safety zone, is a violation of some kind with the Highway Traffic Act.'')

Front counter staff was knowledgeable and directed me to my seat with excellent gesturing precision…read more(five stars!) ! The bench was not as comfortable (1 star deduction). Perhaps lounge or massage chairs would be more favourable for clientele. Benefits of this fine establishment: - easily accessible - wheelchair accessible - ample parking - superb cleanliness -- props to the cleaning staff. You could eat off those floors if you wanted to risk an apprehension. - location easily visible from the intersection. Cons: - Street name is lengthy - bench of pain. that rapping cop is tiiiight

I guess it is less intimating for York Regional Police to set up their Community Resource Centre at…read moreHillcrest Mall then at one of their Police Station. CRC here serves as a Motor Vehicle Collisions Report Centre plus you can get advice on police-related matters and other document services such as volunteer clearance letters. I was trying to make a police report because my passenger's side back window got smashed. The police on duty was really helpful and listened to me trying to explain to him what happened.. as I was really upset.. and it took me awhile to calm down... and ended up I was at the wrong place... since it is Not a collision.. so I need to go to a Police Station to make a report! So I was given all the information and direction...and off I go... BTW, I can also report the incident online instead of driving to a station... oh now I know!!

A bit of a drive out from Toronto, but I needed a clearance check right away. The price is more…read moresteep as compared to Toronto, but you will receive it in less than 10 minutes. REMEMBER 2 PIECES GOVERNMENT ISSUED I.D. I had to make the trip twice because I only had a drivers license and forgot my birth certificate at home. The website apparently states other forms accepted. Staff were also nice about me bringing my little dog along because I wouldn't want to leave him in the car.