04-05 Missing Persons Flashcards

Question

Reporting - When a person is reported missing by a reportee in person at a division, the reportee SHALL not

Answer 1

be directed to attend a different division.

Answer 2

transfer the reportee to Communications Services.

Answer 3

contact the division responsible for that area to attend and conduct an investigation.

Answer 4

Category Circumstances Responsible for Initial Report A  Reportee is situated in the City of Toronto  Missing person is a resident of the City of Toronto Division Reportee Resides B  Reportee is situated in the City of Toronto  Missing person is not a resident of the City of Toronto  Area the person is missing from is known Division Reportee Resides C  Reportee is situated in the City of Toronto  Missing person is not a resident of the City of Toronto  Area the person is missing from is unknown Division Reportee Resides D  Reportee is situated outside the City of Toronto  Missing person is a resident of the City of Toronto Division Missing Person Resides E  Reportee is situated outside the City of Toronto  Missing person is not a resident of the City of Toronto  Area the person is missing from is known Division Missing Person Last Known To Be F  Reportee is situated outside the City of Toronto  Missing person is not a resident of the City of Toronto  Area the person is missing from is unknown TPOC To Determine

Answer 5

The division receiving the report of a missing person SHALL  conduct the initial investigation  complete the applicable eReports  if the division receiving the report for the missing person is not the division where the missing person resides, immediately - provide the eReport number to the Officer in Charge of the division where the missing person resides - record the name, rank and badge number of the Officer in Charge contacted in the eReport The division where the missing person resides SHALL conduct a follow–up investigation.

Answer 6

The division receiving the report of a missing person SHALL  conduct the initial investigation  complete the applicable eReports  if the division receiving the report for the missing person is not the division responsible for the area from which the person is missing, immediately - provide the eReport number to the Officer in Charge of the division responsible for the area from which the person is missing - record the name, rank and badge number of the Officer in Charge contacted in the eReport The division responsible for the area where the person is missing from SHALL conduct a follow–up investigation.

Answer 7

The division receiving the report of a missing person SHALL  conduct the initial investigation  complete the applicable eReports  conduct a follow-up investigation  add any new information in the original eReport until the missing person is located or further information is received concerning the whereabouts of the missing person that identifies an area where the person may be located or was missing from  if further information is received about the area from which the person is missing, provide the eReport number to the Officer in Charge of the division responsible for that area for follow–up investigation

Answer 8

The unit receiving a report of a missing person SHALL transfer the reportee to the division where the missing person resides. The division where the missing person resides SHALL  advise the reportee that a member of the police service having jurisdiction where the reportee is currently situated will attend to speak with them  generate a CPIC message to the local police service requesting  an officer from the local police service attend and speak with the reportee  the name, rank, badge number, and contact information of the officer from the local police service who is attending to conduct the initial investigation, be forwarded by CPIC message to the TPS division conducting the investigation  all information obtained during the initial investigation be forwarded by facsimile to the TPS division conducting the investigation  complete the applicable eReports, including the results of the investigation conducted by the local police service. The division where the missing person resides shall conduct a follow–up investigation.

Answer 9

The unit receiving a report of a missing person shall transfer the reportee to the division responsible for the area from which the person is missing. The division responsible for the area from which the person is missing SHALL  advise the reportee that a member of the police service having jurisdiction where the reportee is currently situated will attend to speak with them  generate a CPIC message to the local police service requesting -an officer from the local police service attend and speak with the reportee -the name, rank, badge number, and contact information of the officer from the local police service who is attending to conduct the initial investigation, be forwarded by CPIC message to the TPS division conducting the investigation -all information obtained during the initial investigation be forwarded by facsimile to the TPS division conducting the investigation  complete the applicable eReports, including the results of the investigation conducted by the local police service The division responsible for the area where the person is missing from SHALL conduct a follow–up investigation.

Answer 10

The unit receiving a report of a missing person SHALL transfer the reportee to the Toronto Police Operations Centre (TPOC). The TPOC SHALL  speak with the reportee over the telephone in an attempt to identify an area from which the person is missing  if the area is identified transfer the reportee to the division responsible for that area  if the area is not identified, the Officer in Charge – TPOC SHALL assign the investigation to the most appropriate division and ensure the reportee is transferred to that division The division assigned the investigation SHALL  advise the reportee that a member of the police service having jurisdiction where the reportee is currently situated will attend to speak with them  generate a CPIC message to the local police service requesting  an officer from the local police service attend and speak with the reportee  the name, rank, badge number, and contact information of the officer from the local police service who is attending to conduct the initial investigation, be forwarded by CPIC message to the TPS division conducting the investigation  all information obtained during the initial investigation be forwarded by facsimile to the TPS division conducting the investigation  complete the applicable eReports, including the results of the investigation conducted by the local police service  add any new information in the original eReport until the missing person is located or further information is received concerning the whereabouts of the missing person that identifies an area where the person may be located or was missing from  if further information is received about the area from which the person is missing, provide the eReport number to the division responsible for that area for follow–up investigation If during the investigation into the missing person it is determined that the person is missing from a jurisdiction outside of the City of Toronto, shall immediately forward the report to the police service having jurisdiction from which the person is missing.

Answer 11

 a Service lead investigator is assigned to the occurrence;  an investigation is undertaken in cooperation with the agency that received the report;  once the other agency has cleared the investigative leads within their jurisdiction, the Service will take responsibility for the investigation;  CPIC entries are updated as required to indicate the investigation is now the responsibility of the Service; and  compliance with all relevant direction contained in this Procedure.

Answer 12

advise the parent, guardian or the approved agency that has custody of the child apprehension warrant under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA)

Answer 13

Intelligence Services - Security Section (INT – Security) at 8-3500 immediately MPU via the global e-mail address at MissingPersons

Answer 14

initial investigation, preserving evidence, completing all necessary reports and notifying a supervisory officer of all pertinent facts.

Answer 15

 comply with the applicable Reporting section of this Procedure  interview the last person to see the missing person, where possible  comply with Procedure 04–09 if the services of an interpreter are required  determine if any information has been recorded on a TPS 261 by the reportee, and obtain a copy where possible  obtain a complete and accurate description of the person, including clothing, medical conditions, identification and possible destinations  complete the TPS 261, as required  obtain dental information for the missing person, if available  obtain a photograph of the missing person, if available, and transmit electronically to relevant units and agencies, both internal and external  search the home and the immediate area thoroughly  if permission to search the home or adjoining property is not granted notify a supervisor and add the details to the original eReport  provide the description and all other pertinent information to the Communications Operator to relay to the field  phone RMS - Ops as required and provide all pertinent information to ensure that a new missing person eReport is generated  When reporting officers call RMS - Ops to create the missing person eReport, RMS – Ops staff will ensure that the missing person is entered on CPIC immediately.  ensure the information is provided to surrounding police services, if appropriate  complete a 300m radius search of the place last seen, if known  Always consider the nature of the area to be searched (e.g. ground, urbanized, ravine or water). When searching in highly urbanized areas, searchers should consider the third dimension, upwards through the building layers.  if it is determined that a 300m radius search is not required, record specific details in the original eReport and advise supervisory officer  canvass the neighbours, using the suggested questions contained in the TPS 233A  complete a TPS 233 for each location canvassed  comply with Procedure 04-21 if it is determined that surveillance/security recordings are available  conduct a Person Query, including a CPIC check to ensure the necessary particulars have been properly entered  complete the original eReport generated by RMS, as required and ensure  the TPS 260 is completed and submitted to the Supervisory Officer  all other relevant information is documented  RMS – Ops will create and post a BOLO, as applicable.  consider obtaining the assistance of Victim Services Toronto in compliance with Procedure 04–31  provide the reportee with the telephone number of the Detective Sergeant of the division where the missing person resides  consider using a poster or bulletin to assist in locating the missing person by completing a TPS 232  contact Communications Services and request all pertinent information, including the telephone number and contact information of the Officer in Charge is forwarded to  Toronto Paramedic Services (Paramedics)  Toronto Fire Services (TFS)  Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)  notify a supervisory officer of all particulars  scan and attach all memorandum notes, photographs and hardcopy files to the original eReport prior to the completion of the tour of duty  ensure all investigative steps are recorded electronically in the original eReport  All of this information is of value, and may serve to aid police response for any future calls for service.

Answer 16

 ensure a TPS 260 and TPS 261 have been completed  complete the required TPS 260A  in consultation with the first responding officer and Officer in Charge, assess the level of risk and determine the appropriate level of response  ensure the required eReport is generated via RMS-Ops and the missing person has been entered onto CPIC  notify the divisional Detective Sergeant  ensure a 300m radius search of the place last seen has commenced, if known  if it is determined that a 300m radius search is not required, ensure the specific details are included in the original eReport

Answer 17

 conduct a thorough investigation, as determined on a case-by-case basis  ensure all investigative efforts are recorded in the original eReport  scan and attach all memorandum book notes and hardcopy reports to the original eReport

Answer 18

 assign divisional investigative personnel, as required  ensure ongoing communication with the Officer in Charge of any other division that is/may be involved in the occurrence  ensure all eReports are completed

Answer 19

 comply with the applicable Reporting section of this Procedure  interview the last person to see the missing person, where possible  comply with Procedure 04–09 if the services of an interpreter are required  determine if any information has been recorded on a TPS 261 by the reportee, and obtain a copy where possible  obtain a complete and accurate description of the person, including clothing, medical conditions, identification and possible destinations  complete the TPS 261, as required  obtain dental information for the missing person, if available  obtain a photograph of the missing person, if available, and transmit electronically to relevant units and agencies, both internal and external  search the home and the immediate area thoroughly  if permission to search the home or adjoining property is not granted notify a supervisor and add the details to the original eReport  provide the description and all other pertinent information to the Communications Operator to relay to the field  phone RMS - Ops as required and provide all pertinent information to ensure that a new missing person eReport is generated  When reporting officers call RMS - Ops to create the missing person eReport, RMS – Ops staff will ensure that the missing person is entered on CPIC immediately.  ensure the information is provided to surrounding police services, if appropriate  complete a 300m radius search of the place last seen, if known  Always consider the nature of the area to be searched (e.g. ground, urbanized, ravine or water). When searching in highly urbanized areas, searchers should consider the third dimension, upwards through the building layers.  if it is determined that a 300m radius search is not required, record specific details in the original eReport and advise supervisory officer  canvass the neighbours, using the suggested questions contained in the TPS 233A  complete a TPS 233 for each location canvassed  comply with Procedure 04-21 if it is determined that surveillance/security recordings are available  conduct a Person Query, including a CPIC check to ensure the necessary particulars have been properly entered  complete the original eReport generated by RMS, as required and ensure  the TPS 260 is completed and submitted to the Supervisory Officer  all other relevant information is documented  RMS – Ops will create and post a BOLO, as applicable.  consider obtaining the assistance of Victim Services Toronto in compliance with Procedure 04–31  provide the reportee with the telephone number of the Detective Sergeant of the division where the missing person resides  consider using a poster or bulletin to assist in locating the missing person by completing a TPS 232  contact Communications Services and request all pertinent information, including the telephone number and contact information of the Officer in Charge is forwarded to  Toronto Paramedic Services (Paramedics)  Toronto Fire Services (TFS)  Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)  notify a supervisory officer of all particulars  scan and attach all memorandum notes, photographs and hardcopy files to the original eReport prior to the completion of the tour of duty  ensure all investigative steps are recorded electronically in the original eReport  All of this information is of value, and may serve to aid police response for any future calls for service.

Answer 20

 ensure compliance with item 1  comply with item 2  attend the scene and establish a command post at a location other than the place last seen or the missing person’s home  notify the Officer in Charge  ensure relatives of the missing person are interviewed  consider the nature of the area to be searched (e.g. ground, urbanized, ravine, water)  ensure Communications Services is notified, and the description and all other pertinent information is broadcast  assign adequate personnel to conduct the search  assign search areas by using the TPS 230 and the divisional search maps  document all assignments on a TPS 231  consider obtaining the assistance from such support units as  Emergency Management & Public Order (EM&PO)  Emergency Management & Public Order – Mounted  Specialized Emergency Response – Marine  Specialized Emergency Response – Police Dog Services  external police services  York or Durham Regional Police Air Support Units [only when authorized by the Duty Senior Officer – TPOC (Duty Senior Officer) or other senior officer]  Community Partnerships and Engagement Unit (CPEU) – Auxiliary Program  community organizations  when practical, consider having someone familiar with the missing person accompany a patrolling police officer  ensure evidence is collected and preserved in compliance with Procedure 04–21  conduct on–going consultation with the Officer in Charge/Search Manager where circumstances may warrant escalation to a Level 3 search

Answer 21

 attend the scene, as required  ensure that photo, dental, fingerprint and/or footprint information of the missing person have been requested and obtained, if available  ensure that a personal item for DNA analysis, as outlined in Appendix A is  requested from the family of the missing person;  seized in compliance with Procedure 04–21, if available  obtain a family reference DNA sample from a member of the missing persons family in compliance with Procedure 04–21  ensure the required RCMP Form A01 and Form A02 are completed, as required and attached to the original eReport  if it is determined that a judicial authorization (production order/search warrant) is required to  produce records that may assist in locating the missing person; or  allow entry onto a premises to locate a missing person, SHALL make the required application in compliance with Procedure 02-17  consider communicating the relevant information on social media in compliance with Procedure 17–13  consider requesting assistance from the media in compliance with Procedure 17–01  consider using a poster or bulletin to assist in locating the missing person by contacting Corporate Communications  notify the MPU via the global e-mail address at MissingPersons  ensure all investigative efforts are recorded in the original eReport  scan and attach all memorandum book notes and hardcopy reports to the original eReport

Answer 22

 consult with the MPU  complete the Form 5 - MPA, as required complete the Form 6 - MPA, as required send a copy of the completed Form 5 - MPA and From 6 MPA to the Officer in Charge of the MPU via the global e-mail address at MissingPersons  Submission of the completed Form 6 – MPA is required simultaneously with the Form 5 – MPA.  provide notice to any person whose information was produced pursuant to an urgent demand, which includes  description of the information the officer accessed; and  contact information for the requesting officer  The notice may be provided verbally or in writing. If the notice is provided verbally, the officer shall provide a written copy of the notice upon the person’s request.

Answer 23

 ensure a supervisory officer takes charge of the investigation in compliance with item 6  ensure detectives are assigned to the investigation, where applicable  ensure adequate and appropriate resources are obtained to conduct the search  notify the  Unit Commander, if available  Duty Inspector, via TPOC  ensure the applicable eReports, TPS 260, TPS260A and a TPS 261 have been completed as required, and all pertinent information has been entered onto CPIC  ensure all memorandum notes and hardcopy files have been scanned and attached to the original eReport  ensure Communications Services has been contacted and all pertinent information, including the telephone number and contact information of the Officer in Charge has been forwarded to  Toronto Paramedic Services (Paramedics)  Toronto Fire Services (TFS)  Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)  ensure that a media relations officer is appointed, or where appropriate, request the assistance of Corporate Communications to handle all media enquiries  ensure the particulars are recorded in the Unit Commanders Morning Report (UCMR), as required  consider the use of the Service’s Pushpin technology where there is an immediate need to make photographs of the person available

Answer 24

 the TPOC is contacted for assistance with posting missing persons bulletins to Pushpin outside of regular business hours  it is posted in the Service Wide area of the application  Communications Services is notified immediately, so an alert may be broadcast notifying all members regarding the Pushpin posting

Answer 25

 compliance with item 1  all members involved in the search are notified that the search level has been escalated  the school principal is contacted, as soon as practicable

Answer 26

Major Case Manager

Answer 27

Ontario Major Case Management Manual

Answer 28

 comply with the applicable Reporting section of this Procedure  interview the last person to see the missing person, where possible  comply with Procedure 04–09 if the services of an interpreter are required  determine if any information has been recorded on a TPS 261 by the reportee, and obtain a copy where possible  obtain a complete and accurate description of the person, including clothing, medical conditions, identification and possible destinations  complete the TPS 261, as required  obtain dental information for the missing person, if available  obtain a photograph of the missing person, if available, and transmit electronically to relevant units and agencies, both internal and external  search the home and the immediate area thoroughly  if permission to search the home or adjoining property is not granted notify a supervisor and add the details to the original eReport  provide the description and all other pertinent information to the Communications Operator to relay to the field  phone RMS - Ops as required and provide all pertinent information to ensure that a new missing person eReport is generated  When reporting officers call RMS - Ops to create the missing person eReport, RMS – Ops staff will ensure that the missing person is entered on CPIC immediately.  ensure the information is provided to surrounding police services, if appropriate  complete a 300m radius search of the place last seen, if known  Always consider the nature of the area to be searched (e.g. ground, urbanized, ravine or water). When searching in highly urbanized areas, searchers should consider the third dimension, upwards through the building layers.  if it is determined that a 300m radius search is not required, record specific details in the original eReport and advise supervisory officer  canvass the neighbours, using the suggested questions contained in the TPS 233A  complete a TPS 233 for each location canvassed  comply with Procedure 04-21 if it is determined that surveillance/security recordings are available  conduct a Person Query, including a CPIC check to ensure the necessary particulars have been properly entered  complete the original eReport generated by RMS, as required and ensure  the TPS 260 is completed and submitted to the Supervisory Officer  all other relevant information is documented  RMS – Ops will create and post a BOLO, as applicable.  consider obtaining the assistance of Victim Services Toronto in compliance with Procedure 04–31  provide the reportee with the telephone number of the Detective Sergeant of the division where the missing person resides  consider using a poster or bulletin to assist in locating the missing person by completing a TPS 232  contact Communications Services and request all pertinent information, including the telephone number and contact information of the Officer in Charge is forwarded to  Toronto Paramedic Services (Paramedics)  Toronto Fire Services (TFS)  Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)  notify a supervisory officer of all particulars  scan and attach all memorandum notes, photographs and hardcopy files to the original eReport prior to the completion of the tour of duty  ensure all investigative steps are recorded electronically in the original eReport  All of this information is of value, and may serve to aid police response for any future calls for service.

Answer 29

 ensure compliance with item 1  comply with item 2  attend the scene and establish a command post at a location other than the place last seen or the missing person’s home  notify the Officer in Charge  ensure relatives of the missing person are interviewed  consider the nature of the area to be searched (e.g. ground, urbanized, ravine, water)  ensure Communications Services is notified, and the description and all other pertinent information is broadcast  assign adequate personnel to conduct the search  assign search areas by using the TPS 230 and the divisional search maps  document all assignments on a TPS 231  consider obtaining the assistance from such support units as  Emergency Management & Public Order (EM&PO)  Emergency Management & Public Order – Mounted  Specialized Emergency Response – Marine  Specialized Emergency Response – Police Dog Services  external police services  York or Durham Regional Police Air Support Units [only when authorized by the Duty Senior Officer – TPOC (Duty Senior Officer) or other senior officer]  Community Partnerships and Engagement Unit (CPEU) – Auxiliary Program  community organizations  when practical, consider having someone familiar with the missing person accompany a patrolling police officer  ensure evidence is collected and preserved in compliance with Procedure 04–21  conduct on–going consultation with the Officer in Charge/Search Manager where circumstances may warrant escalation to a Level 3 search

Answer 30

 ensure an investigator attends the scene  ensure that photo, dental, fingerprint and/or footprint information of the missing person have been requested and obtained, if available  ensure that a personal item for DNA analysis, as outlined in Appendix A is  requested from the family of the missing person  seized in compliance with Procedure 04–21, if available  obtain a family reference DNA sample from a member of the missing person’s family in compliance with Procedure 04–21  ensure the required RCMP Form A01 and Form A02 are completed, as required, and attached to the original eReport  if it is determined that a judicial authorization (production order/search warrant) is required to  produce records that may assist in locating the missing person; or  entry onto a premises to locate a missing person, SHALL make the required application in compliance with Procedure 02-17  in exigent circumstances when it is determined that an urgent demand for records is required SHALL comply with item 8  consider communicating the relevant information on social media in compliance with Procedure 17–13  consider requesting assistance from the media in compliance with Procedure 17–01  notify Corporate Communications  consider using a poster or bulletin to assist in locating the missing person  notify the MPU via the global e-mail address at MissingPersons  ensure all investigative efforts are recorded in the original eReport  scan and attach all memorandum book notes and hardcopy files to the original eReport

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Major Case Manager, Ontario Major Case Management Manual

Answer 32

 comply with item 9  notify  the Unit Commander  the Duty Inspector, via TPOC  ensure the particulars are recorded in the Unit Commanders Morning Report (UCMR), as required  ensure the MPU has been notified

Answer 33

 ensure compliance with this Procedure  notify the respective Deputy Chief of Police, as soon as practicable  appoint an Incident Commander from the division  ensure at least one police officer involved in the original search is available for consultation, if required  be responsible for arranging facilities and equipment necessary to conduct a Level 3 search  notify the on–call Search Manager  request TPOC to contact CPEU – Auxiliary Program to begin the call–out of auxiliary members where appropriate  maintain liaison with the Search Manager After consultation, SHALL determine whether to escalate or de–escalate physical search operations.

Answer 34

 ensure a Command Post is established and attend the Command Post when required  maintain liaison with the Incident Commander  co–ordinate the Level 3 search aspect of the incident  implement unit-specific policies regarding Level 3 searches  Emergency Management & Public Order provides search management support. The overall responsibility for the search and its investigation remains with the division.

Answer 35

 co–ordinate and manage the investigative aspect of the search  assign divisional investigative personnel and notify Intelligence Services – IAU, if necessary  ensure an investigator is present at the command post at all times

Answer 36

 a file is maintained consisting of  a copy of all applicable reports  a photograph of the missing person  press clipping  electronic files  all memorandum notes and hardcopy files have been scanned and attached to the original eReport

Answer 37

 the status of the original eReport remains open  request is made to have the missing person's dentist complete a RCMP 1667  At the discretion of the Detective Sergeant, the RCMP 1667 may be completed before the thirty (30) day period has passed.  supplementary information is added to the original eReport for inclusion in the CPIC Dental Characteristic File and submit with the RCMP 1667  an investigative chronology is created and maintained  regular investigative follow–up until the missing person is located or a sufficient conclusion is established  the occurrence is re-assigned when the lead investigator leaves the unit  in cases where foul play is suspected, an electronic ViCLAS Report/eBooklet is completed in accordance with Procedure 05-19  the requirements of the Ontario Major Case Management Manual are met pursuant to the use of the Ministry approved software (PowerCase)

Answer 38

 attend the location to confirm the information  ensure the missing person is safe  Alternate methods of verification may be utilized, however the occurrence cannot be closed without the approval of the Officer in Charge of the MPU, or designate  ensure the reportee and/or next of kin is notified  Do not disclose the location of an adult missing person without their approval.  notify  Communications Services  all members of the Search Management Team at the Command Post, if established  the Officer in Charge  Corporate Communications  all police services previously notified of the missing person  call RMS-Ops and advise that the missing person has been located  update the original eReport with all pertinent information  return any personal items seized for the purposes of DNA analysis, in accordance with Procedure 09-01  consider contacting the divisional Community Relations Officer or Crime Prevention Officer for follow–up and prevention strategies to prevent repeat occurrences  scan and attach all memorandum book notes and hardcopy reports to the original eReport

Answer 39

 RMS-Ops has been notified and the missing person has been removed from CPIC  the original eReport has been updated accordingly and closed  all required notifications have been made  any personal items seized for the purposes of DNA analysis are returned, as required  ensure all memorandum book notes and hardcopy files have been scanned and attached to the original eReport

Answer 40

ensure that postings are removed from Pushpin.

Answer 41

means a co–operative effort between police, the media and the Ministry of Transportation to provide early notification to the public where a person under eighteen (18) years of age is believed to have been abducted and where circumstances lead police to believe that the abducted person is in danger of serious bodily harm or death and there is enough descriptive information about the abducted person, and/or the abductor, and/or the abductor’s vehicle to believe an immediate broadcast alert will help in locating the person. An AMBER Alert will have a duration of five (5) hours following activation, unless cancelled or extended.

Answer 42

means a portable storage box containing the necessary items essential to the supervisory officer at the scene of a Level 2 or Level 3 search. These items SHALL be determined by Procedure 04–05 and established practice, and should be located where it is easily accessible by the Officer in Charge.

Answer 43

means the police officer who has taken charge of the incident and who is in charge at the Command Post and, in conjunction with other emergency services commanders, is responsible for coordinating and managing police response at an incident.

Answer 44

means the last substantiated (by clues or evidence) position that the missing person was known to be.

Answer 45

means the level of search implemented when a person is reported missing and there are no extenuating circumstances. At this level, there are minimal concerns regarding the issue of foul play or the infirmity or limitations of the missing person.

Answer 46

means the level of search when a missing person is:  under sixteen (16) years and judged likely to be incapable of caring for themselves;  mentally challenged;  over sixty five (65) years of age or infirm, or;  there is evidence of foul play.

Answer 47

means the level of search implemented when the Level 1 and Level 2 missing person searches are ineffective or if the situation, due to the extenuating circumstances, necessitates that this level be initiated immediately.

Answer 48

means the investigator responsible for the effective governance and management of every threshold major case investigation and possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the functions of Major Case Management. The Major Case Manager SHALL have successfully completed the Ontario Major Case Management Course or equivalent as defined by the Ontario Police College, and; SHALL have the resources to manage investigations through the minister–approved software, currently known as PowerCase. For the purposes of a homicide investigation, the Major Case Manager SHALL be an investigator from Detective Operations - Homicide. For the purposes of a sexual assault investigation, the Major Case Manager SHALL be an investigator from Detective Operations – Sex Crimes. For the purposes of a Human Trafficking investigation, the Major Case Manager shall be an investigator from Detective Operations - Sex Crimes-Human Trafficking Enforcement Team. For the purposes of a kidnapping investigation, the Major Case Manager SHALL be an investigator from Detective Operations - Organized Crime Enforcement.

Answer 49

means a person where both the following circumstances exist with respect to the person:  The persons whereabouts are unknown and, - the person has not been in contact with people who would likely be in contact with the person, or - it is reasonable in the circumstances to fear for the person’s safety because of the circumstances surrounding the person’s absence or because of any other prescribed considerations. A member of a police force is unable to locate the person after making reasonable efforts to do so. [Source: Missing Person Act, 2018]

Answer 50

means a web page located on the Service Internet site used to publish information and pictures regarding missing persons investigations that have proceeded to a Level 3 search.

Answer 51

means the national centre created and maintained by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) to compile data on missing persons and unidentified remains. The Toronto Police Service supports the centre and encourages officers to forward pertinent information to the RCMP to assist in matters of missing persons and unidentified remains.

Answer 52

means the national registry created and maintained by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) to compile data on missing and abducted children. The Toronto Police Service supports the registry and encourages officers to forward pertinent information to the RCMP to assist in matters of both parental and non–parental abduction.

Answer 53

means the unlawful removal of a child by a person other than a parent, guardian, or person having lawful care or charge of the child.

Answer 54

means the unlawful removal of a child by a parent, guardian, or any other person having lawful care or charge of a person under the age of fourteen whether or not there is a custody order in relation to that child made by a court, with the intent to deprive a parent, guardian, or person having lawful care or charge of the person.

Answer 55

means a point where the missing person was actually seen by a witness.

Answer 56

means the investigator assigned by the Major Case Manager in every threshold major case investigation to perform the functions and responsibilities of the primary investigation function. The Primary Investigator SHALL have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the function; SHALL have successfully completed the Ontario Major Case Management Course or equivalent, as defined by the Ontario Police College. [Source: Ontario Major Case Management Manual]

Answer 57

means the team from Emergency Management & Public Order (EM&PO), supported by the requesting division, responsible for co–ordinating a Level 3 search for a missing person.

Answer 58

means the police officer in charge of Emergency Management & Public Order – Search Management Team.

Answer 59

means a section of the Service as designated by the Board, such as a field headquarter, division, bureau or squad.