05-34 Serious Assault Flashcards
Who leads the investigation of all aggravated assaults and attempted homicides in Toronto?
Divisional Detectives
Except in cases of shootings (led by Organized Crime Enforcement) and when the victim is under 16 and the suspect is in a position of trust (led by the Child and Youth Advocacy Centre).
What is the role of the first supervisory officer at the scene of an aggravated assault?
Responsible for the quality and thoroughness of the uniform response
When should an investigator from the Child and Youth Advocacy Centre (CYAC) be contacted?
If the victim is under the age of sixteen and the suspect is a caregiver, parent, or in a position of trust
What must not happen without consulting with FIS?
A Scenes of Crime Officer (SOCO) shall not be deployed to examine any scene of an aggravated assault or attempted homicide
What are the responsibilities of a divisional or MCU detective at a crime scene?
Effective management of the crime scene and appropriate notifications
This applies whether or not the victim has been struck by gunfire.
What does the notification of an OCE detective/investigator depend on?
The discharge of a firearm with the intent to wound a person
What should the Officer in Charge ensure upon being notified of an aggravated assault or attempted homicide?
Attendance of a divisional detective and OCE detective/investigator, notify FIS and CYAC
True or False: The Officer in Charge is responsible for ensuring all officers complete their memorandum book and TPS 466.
True
Who can be designated as the Major Case Manager?
A Divisional/MCU/OCE/CYAC investigator or a member holding the rank of Detective Sergeant
What is required upon notification or arrival at the scene of an attempted homicide?
Take charge of the investigation and comply with the OMCMM
Fill in the blank: An officer must consider and exercise all powers of search and seizure relating to _______.
weapons, firearms, ammunition, explosives and related licenses
What must be considered regarding firearms left in a dwelling?
Officer and public safety is compromised when firearms may come into the possession of an unlicensed person
What organization should be notified when firearms are or may be a factor?
Organized Crime Enforcement – Integrated Gun & Gang Task Force
What is the definition of aggravated assault according to the Criminal Code?
Wounds, maims, disfigures or endangers the life of the complainant
Source: Criminal Code S.268(1)
What constitutes an attempt to commit murder?
Every person who attempts by any means to commit murder
Source: Criminal Code S.239
