Tag Archive for ‘55 Division’
There’s a new sheriff in town
Residents of the Beach and East Toronto, welcome Superintendent Elizabeth Byrnes, the new Unit Commander at 55 Division. Byrnes, who has been with Toronto Police Service for 28 years, brings with her a slew of experience, from ‘street beat’ to Communication Services Unit Commander. A Scarborough native, Byrnes spent most of her early career in [...]
Superintendent Bergen thanks the Beach
“It was brilliant and I really enjoyed it!” Those were the words of Superintendent Frank Bergen who recently left 55 Division to become Unit Commander at 22 Division, when asked of his time here. Bergen’s time at the “Double Nickel” left the top officer with memories of “great people who all had the best interests [...]
Police ask for help at town hall meeting
The fourth and final town hall meeting for 55 Division Police was held on Nov. 27 at the Gerrard-Ashdale Library. Although not as crowded as a March meeting at Community Centre 55 for the most easterly zone, those in attendance were no less interested in finding out the latest crime stats for both the Division [...]
Celebrating Police Week with 55 Division
In 2012 the Toronto Police Service’s 55 Division is committed to improving community safety, crime prevention and customer service. To that end, 55 Division will continue to work closely with our many community partners to enhance our goal of improving the quality of life and safety within our many neighbourhoods. 55 Division is defined by [...]
Units merge under new Staff Sgt.
The Beach has a new face in the leadership of community policing. Staff Sergeant Adrianne Johnstone has taken over from Staff Sergeant Grant Burningham, who is leaving for Afghanistan for one year as part of a NATO mission. Johnstone, who previously filled the position of Detective Sergeant at 55 Division, is looking forward to being [...]
55 Division cop headed to Afghanistan
“We truly become a culmination of all our experiences.” Those are the words of Staff Sergeant Grant Burningham, head of the Community Response Unit at 55 Division. And it could very well explain why the 27-year Toronto Police veteran is getting on a plane in May and going to Afghanistan as part of a training [...]
55 Division cops talk shop
The good news is most major crime (murder, sex assault, assault, robbery and break and enter) is down in 55 Division, particularly in the area between Woodbine and Victoria Park, and Danforth and the lake. The bad news is that graffiti has increased, and theft from cars as well as theft over $5,000 are also [...]
Don’t let thieves steal your Holiday Season
Officers from 55 Division have begun Project Garmin. The initiative will have uniform and non-uniform police officers throughout the division patrolling shopping areas in an effort to eliminate thefts from vehicles. “Individuals are also a big part of this project,” said P.C. Robert McDonald who is with 55 Division’s Crime Prevention Unit. Shoppers are advised to keep their vehicles locked [...]
Just say “no” to drinking and driving
Christmas parties, New Years’ parties, and just good ‘old season celebrations will see many folks tipping the glass up over and over again in the coming days. But be wary if you’re planning on driving home afterwards. 55 Division Traffic Sergeant Doodnath Churkoo warns that it is “important to remember to designate a non-drinking driver [...]
A close shave for Superintendent Bergen
55 Police Division’s new Superintendent Frank Bergen shaved his mustache off for the first time in 15 years. On hand to help with the trimming were many of his colleagues as well as Ward 32 Councillor Mary-Margaret McMahon (pictured – sporting her own ‘stache’) and local historian Gene Domagala. Money was raised during the event [...]
