Police Beat

Due to security concerns expressed by the community as a result of the violence in the Middle East, York Regional command post will continue to be staffed daily

'Whether it be a carjacking, a home invasion, an assault, or another form of intimidation, the level of violence being used in the commission of these offences represents a new and evolving threat to public safety'

'They appear to have driven into the restricted area and got trapped,' says Barrie Fire official of the Sunday incident

Warrant had been issued following a report Oct. 9 that a man threatened to harm a person, vehicle stolen in Port Bolster

Male, 17, in life-threatening condition after being struck by vehicle following police pursuit

The incidents are alleged to have occurred in the '60s and '70s at residential and day schools in Fort Albany and Moosonee

Police are requesting citizens to inform them if they learn about possible demonstrations or other large gatherings in York Region

The 18-year-old faces a stunt driving charge, OPP Highway Safety Division says

Teen told police he was touched in a sexual manner at Agostino Park in September

A warrant has been issued for Simeon Vrantsidis, who police consider armed and dangerous, following incident Monday