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Have a question for a Media Relations Officer? Accredited members of the media can contact the Media Relations unit by calling 1-866-876-5423 ext. 2664 or by sending an email to mediarelations@yrp.ca

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May 11, 2026

Markham Sports Coach Charged in Ongoing Sexual Assault Investigation

Investigators with the Special Victims Unit have charged a Markham sports coach with breaching his release conditions in connection with sexual assault incidents involving youths. In June 2025, members of the Special Victims Unit charged Garth MORRIS, 59, of Markham, with Invitation to Sexual Touching Under 16, Sexual Interference, Sexual Assault and Sexual Exploitation. The charges relate to a...
April 28, 2026

Update – Police Seek Additional Witnesses After Young Female Grabbed by Stranger in Vaughan Park

Related Photos The York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau would like to thank the public for their assistance and continue to seek information to identify a suspect and vehicle following an assault last week in the City of Vaughan. On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, just before 5:30 p.m., police responded to a report of an assault in the area of Tami Court and Bathurst Street...
April 16, 2026

Update – Markham Man Charged in 2025 Indecent Act Investigations

Investigators with the York Regional Police Special Victims Unit have charged a Markham man with sexual offences following a December 2025 investigation. On December 10, 2025, a victim was at a business in the area of Red Maple Road and High Tech Road, in the City of Richmond Hill. A male suspect approached the victim, committed an indecent act and touched the victim for a sexual purpose before...

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