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Police beef up patrols after 'unconfirmed, uncorroborated' info related to GTA - CityNews Toronto
"Although police have not revealed any more information, Premier Doug Ford said the province is “aware of the reported potential threat in the City of Toronto.”

“While the information is unsubstantiated, the Premier has been briefed by the provincial security advisor and is actively monitoring the situation.”

Several police officers were seen patrolling the area of Bremner Boulevard and Simcoe Street."
 
Toronto police boost patrols near CN Tower after receiving 'unconfirmed, uncorroborated' info | CBC News
"Toronto police boost patrols near CN Tower after receiving 'unconfirmed, uncorroborated' info
Force not revealing any details about information it received
CBC News · Posted: Jul 12, 2018 9:34 AM ET | Last Updated: 17 minutes ago"
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"Police spokesman Mark Pugash said that "as a result of this information, you will see an increased number of police officers throughout the city and specifically in the downtown core."

Pugash didn't reveal any more details about what police have learned.

CBC News reporters have already spotted a large police presence around the CN Tower and Rogers Centre area."
 
Toronto police responding to ‘unconfirmed, uncorroborated’ threat
"Updated 9 minutes ago
Toronto and York police are upping the number of officers stationed throughout the Greater Toronto Area Thursday in response to an unconfirmed threat.

A federal source has told the Globe the threat relates to the CN Tower and Canada’s Wonderland, two of the largest tourism attractions in the region. It is not clear where the information came from."
"The Globe and Mail has seen an increased police presence along Front Street downtown. Police cars are parked on multiple corners in the Entertainment District, and CBC reports a “large police presence” near the CN Tower. Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu said residents can expect to see an increased police presence throughout all municipalities in the GTA, not just the city of Toronto.

Grace Peacock, spokesperson with Canada’s Wonderland, confirmed that York Regional Police are onsite".
 
Wondering what sort of suspicious activity should one report?
If gangs seem to appear and beginning fighting or whatever they do before they shoot, that would be one kind of potential threat.
On the other hand, if someone leaves a bag or is lingering around a garbage can or revving up a car engine, or whatever, one might find that suspicious if the threat was terrorist in nature. Or, if a guy is dressed in army clothing, perhaps carrying something long, that too might be suspicious and suggestive of another kind of terror threat.
Complete speculation, hoping none of the above applies, glad LE are looking out for the community at large, imo. rbbm.
Police identify suspect wanted for first-degree murder in Queen Street shooting - CityNews Toronto
"York regional police sent out a release acknowledging the “uncorroborated information” and asked the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to police.

The potential threat comes at a busy time in downtown Toronto with tens of thousands in town for this weekend’s Honda Indy Toronto. The Foo Fighters are also performing a concert Thursday night at the Rogers Centre."
 
Recognizing and Reporting Suspicious Circumstances | Department of Public Safety
"Suspicious Circumstances to be aware of:
Persons monitoring areas, entrances to buildings or buildings
  • Persons pacing back and forth who appear to be dazed or confused
  • Persons speaking incoherently
  • Persons wandering in residence halls or buildings that appear to have no legitimate purpose
  • Unauthorized persons in restricted or sensitive areas
  • Persons requesting sensitive information, building/HVAC plans, water, electrical, telecommunications locations, etc.
  • Persons wearing clothing not consistent with weather conditions (i.e. person(s) wearing full length trench coats with boots in 70 degree weather)
  • Persons abandoning packages, backpacks, briefcases in unusual areas, such as high traffic/high populated areas, i.e.: sporting events, lectures, common areas, etc.
  • Persons attempting to access utility rooms
  • Multiple persons who appear to be working in consort, committing any of the above
  • Unusual powders or liquids/droplets/mists/clouds, especially found near intake/HVAC systems or enclosed spaces
  • Dead animals/birds, fish, insects
  • Unexplained/unusual odors. Smells may range from fruity/flowers to sharp/pungent, garlic/horseradish-like, bitter almonds, peach kernels, and newly mown grass/hay
  • Unusual/unscheduled spraying or discovery of spray devices or bottles
Suspicious Vehicles:

  • Abandoned vehicles, or unfamiliar parked vehicles, especially near sensitive areas, high traffic/populated areas, common areas, etc.
  • Unexpected/unfamiliar delivery trucks
  • Vehicles containing suspicious persons, parcels or materials
  • A group of individuals sitting in a parked vehicle that appear to monitoring pedestrian behavior
  • Vehicles arriving and being left at odd hours, at odd locations
  • Unusual powders or liquids/droplets/mists/clouds leaking or spilling from vehicles
Building and Office Security Tips:
  • Do not prop doors, or allow persons to “tailgate” into buildings, specifically residence halls. Rectify these situations when you observe them
  • Lock offices and residence hall rooms when unattended. In addition, lock residence hall rooms when sleeping
  • Secure ground and first-level windows prior to leaving the office for the day
  • Do not leave keys unattended or give them to unauthorized persons. Report lost keys immediately to Public Safety by calling x3-3322
  • Secure and account for all sensitive material, i.e.: building plans, computer codes, access cards, etc. Report compromised codes to appropriate person(s) and lost access cards to Public Safety
  • Secure sensitive deliveries in a timely manner
  • Talk to co-workers about meeting points in the event of an evacuation. Be prepared to report missing co-workers who may still be in the building to Public Safety or Fire Safety officials
  • Familiarize yourself with your co-workers, student employees, or residence peers to improve your ability of knowing/identifying suspicious persons"
 
Reporting Suspicious Behavior - Police | seattle.gov
  • "If it's suspicious to you, it's worth reporting it to 911. Examples include:
  • Unusual noises, including screaming, sounds of fighting, breaking glass
  • People in or around buildings or areas who do not appear to be conducting legitimate business
  • Unauthorized people in restricted areas
  • Vehicles driving slowly and aimlessly through neighborhoods, around schools or parking lots
  • People peering into parked vehicles that are not their own
  • People who change their behavior when they notice they have been seen
  • People dressed inappropriately for the weather or occasion, (i.e., heavy coat in warm weather)
  • Abandoned parcels or other items in unusual locations (i.e. in a lobby or elevator)"

  • "When giving a description of a person to the call taker, first describe things they can't easily change:
    • Race/skin tone, gender, age, hair, scars, marks, tattoos (i.e. White male, 30's, brown hair, heart tattoo on left bicep) Then describe their clothing from top to bottom and inside to outside:
    • Blue hat, white t-shirt, black jacket, blue pants, white socks, grey tennis shoes Describe characteristics that make the person stand out:
    • Walks with a limp, missing teeth, sweating profusely Give the person's last known location and direction of travel; where are they/which way did they go?
    • Was heading north on 23rdAvenue South from South Walker Street
    Describing vehicles
    If you are reporting a suspicious vehicle - or a suspicious person in a vehicle - please provide as much information about the vehicle as you can. Consider the acronym CYMMBALS"
    • Color- If you don't know, give shade (Light colored - Dark colored)
    • Year-If you don't know, a rough guess works (newer - 80's model - late 80's)
    • Make-If you aren't sure, you can say "It looked like a ... (Pontiac, Hyundai, etc.)."
    • Model-(Grand Am, Sonata) if you don't know, you can skip it.
    • Body - 2 door (Coupe), 4 door (Sedan), Hatch back, Wagon, Van.
    • Accessories - Roof Rack, Tinted Windows, Fancy Rims etc...
    • License number - if you can write it down or memorize it great. If not, relay as much as you can.
    • State- If the license plate is from out-of-state, please say so.
    • Describe anything that makes the car stand out, such as any damage and the damage location, stickers, antennae balls, etc... and last known location and direction of travel."
 
It seems the focus is more on the police presence than what people should be on the lookout for, so I'm thinking maybe it's another threat or report of a potential attack like the one in April. LE arrived on the scene quickly then but if it had been in a busier more congested area (or farther away like Wonderland) they wouldn't have been there as fast. Just a guess based on what I've read so far. It seems to be more of a "Don't freak out about all the cops" warning than anything else. JMO speculation.
 
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Toronto Sun‏Verified account @TheTorontoSun

BREAKING: A Toronto Police memo obtained by the Sun says police on Wednesday "received credible information regarding a potential vehicle ramming attack in the area of the CN Tower on Thursday, July 12th."

Quite frankly, if a person plans on a "ramming attack", no amount of officers standing around are going to prevent the driver from heading into a crowd of people unless the police are looking for a specific vehicle and are able to neutralize the driver before anything happens.
 
'Potential risk to public safety' prompts police to deploy more officers downtown
Last Updated Thursday, July 12, 2018 4:09PM EDT
"A memo sent out to a some members of the Toronto Police Service instructed officers to be vigilant around the CN Tower due to unconfirmed and unsubstantiated threats regarding a potential ramming attack, a source confirmed to CTV News Toronto.

Police cruisers and bicycles were seen parked Thursday around a number of downtown landmarks, including the CN Tower, the Rogers Centre, Ripley’s Aquarium, Scotiabank Arena, and the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.


"In a statement released by U-Haul on Thursday, Sebastien Reyes, the vice-president of communications for the company, said they were contacted by Ontario Provincial Police on July 11.

"U-Haul was one of many companies contacted by the Ontario Provincial Police on July 11 with a request to remain vigilant in reporting suspicious activity in the Toronto area," Reyes said. "As a result, and at the request of the police, U-Haul issued a reminder to our Ontario Team Members to continue being mindful of suspicious behavior and reiterated instructions on how to report such behavior to police."

Toronto police spokesperson Meaghan Grey would not confirm if the potential public safety risk involved a possible ramming attack and would also not say if the area near the CN Tower was mentioned as a specific target.

“We will not release any specific details of the information we have received,” Grey said, echoing Barksy's comments."
 
puppyraiser said:
Toronto Sun‏Verified account @TheTorontoSun

BREAKING: A Toronto Police memo obtained by the Sun says police on Wednesday "received credible information regarding a potential vehicle ramming attack in the area of the CN Tower on Thursday, July 12th."

Quite frankly, if a person plans on a "ramming attack", no amount of officers standing around are going to prevent the driver from heading into a crowd of people unless the police are looking for a specific vehicle and are able to neutralize the driver before anything happens.
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Did they pull the tweet? I cant open the link.
 
matou said:
Did they pull the tweet? I cant open the link.
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Still there..
Toronto Sun‏Verified account @TheTorontoSun 3h3 hours ago

"BREAKING: A Toronto Police memo obtained by the Sun says police on Wednesday "received credible information regarding a potential vehicle ramming attack in the area of the CN Tower on Thursday, July 12th


Mysterious threat that prompted cops to increase presence downtown was potential “vehicle ramming attack” in vicinity of CN Tower. Via @SunDoucette:
 
dyannaON said:
I wonder why Wonderland was mentioned early on as well.
How do LE get these tips? I’m glad they do but how?
Phew. I’m glad they figured it all out. Scary!
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Ive been wondering that too.

One guess I had was maybe they have sofisticated phone and internet monitoring software that intercepts communication and can flag ones that have direct threats.

Or maybe someone he knew tipped off LE.
 
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