CRIME SCENE: Woman wanted for theft, assault in Toronto robbery

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A 31-year-old Toronto woman is being sought in connection with a retail store theft and assault with a weapon investigation.

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Toronto Police  alleged that on Sunday at 10:47 p.m., the accused entered the store in the Queen St. E.-Logan Ave. area, grabbed items and attempted to leave without paying.

It’s further reported the victim attempted to stop the accused, who allegedly brandished a knife at the victim and then took two more items before fleeing the store

Cheyenne Ouimette is wanted for assault with a weapon and theft under $5,000.

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

2 BRAMPTON MEN FACE WEAPONS CHARGES

Two Brampton men have been charged with 13 mostly firearm-related charges after a traffic stop on Monday.

Peel Regional Police said officers were investigating the occupants of a motor vehicle for a Cannabis Act offence in the area of Torbram Rd. and Sandalwood Pkwy. in Brampton when one male occupant fled on foot.

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Cops said after a brief foot pursuit, the male suspect was arrested, and a search allegedly turned up a firearm on him.

Police said a second male occupant of the vehicle was also arrested and charged.

O’Neil Vallance-Simmonds, 30, faces six firearm-related charges and one count each of obstruct police, fail to comply with a release order and possession of counterfeit mark.

Elias Ayala, 22, faces five firearm-related charges.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police at 905-453-3311 ext. 2133, or Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or at  peelcrimestoppers.ca.

TORONTO ARSON SUSPECT SOUGHT

Toronto Police are requesting the public’s help in identifying a suspect in an arson investigation.

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Cops said on Feb. 27 at 1:07 a.m., they responded to a blaze in the Coxwell and Cosburn Aves. area.

It’s alleged that the suspect attended an outdoor residential parking garage, set fire to a car in the driveway using an accelerant and then fled the area on a motorcycle or e-bike.

Police said the suspect was wearing a distinctive-looking helmet.

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

SUSPECT SOUGHT FOR BARN ARSON NEAR HAMILTON

Hamilton Police are seeking a suspect in barn fire.

Cops said on March 6 they were called to a blaze at an outbuilding of a rural property in Greensville in the area of Hwy. 5 and Hwy. 6.

Police said the fire was deliberately set and a suspect fled northbound on foot through a nearby field.

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Authorities are looking to identify the suspect in relation to the early morning arson and break-and-enter and have released a photo.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 905-540-5085, email gblunsdon@hamiltonpolice.ca, or contact Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or at crimestoppershamilton.com.

HAMILTON COPS ISSUE WARNING ABOUT HOME RENO SCAMS

Hamilton Police have issued a public safety alert about home renovation scams as the weather warms up.

Cops said to be wary of unsolicited door-to-door sales people who claim they “just happen” to be in the area or are working on a neighbour’s property, and noticed a problem with your property.

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Police also warn of incredibly low prices or a sudden price increase once on your property after finding a “serious problem.”

Authorities say to be wary of mismatched company names as in the company they want the payment made to does not match the company name on the contract or any threats and pressure tactics like threatening to call the “City Inspector” to have your house condemned.

Cops also warn of unbranded vehicles that park far away and unknown workers and low quality work.

If you have been a victim of this scam, report it online at hamiltonpolice.on.ca/report-crime/online-reporting or call the non-emergency line at 905-546-4925.

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