Behind the Badge. Beyond the Uniform Police Officer Personal Account Instagram: pcpappyofficial #PappysTips
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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An elderly woman tragically lost her life in Scarborough last night.
Since 2018, approximately 453 lives have been lost on Toronto roads, including 39 reported in 2026.
These aren’t just numbers. They’re loved ones who never made it home.
My heartfelt condolences to her family
🚨 School is back! 🚌🚸
Slow down. Put the phone away. Watch for kids, crossing guards & school buses.
That text can wait. That extra minute can wait. Getting everyone home safely can’t.
Drive like it’s your kid crossing the road
#BackToSchool #TrafficSafety #Toronto #PappysTips
Old school distracted driving. 📖🚗
Yesterday it was a book. Today it’s a smartphone.
No matter the distraction, keep your focus on driving. Someone is waiting for you to get home safely. #DriveSafe #PappysTips
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On behalf of the members of the Toronto Police Service, I extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of OPP Provincial Constable Tarun Bali for their tragic loss.
We mourn alongside our policing partners across Ontario and will remember Officer Bali who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others.
It is with deep sorrow that I confirm that #OPP Provincial Constable Tarun Bali was killed in the line of duty this afternoon in Hearst. His courage and commitment to serving others will never be forgotten. As we grieve this immeasurable loss, I extend our heartfelt condolences to his loved ones, colleagues and the policing community.
#HeroesInLife
ALT Image of OPP Provincial Constable Tarun Bali, Ontario Provincial Police, Hero in Life.
🚨 It’s only 8:49 a.m. and an impaired driver has already been arrested.
Impaired driving doesn’t just happen late at night — it happens at all hours of the day. Thankfully this driver was stopped before someone got hurt.
Drive sober. Arrive alive. #VisionZero #ImpairedDriving
OfficerPapadopoulos retweeted
#FestiveRIDE2025 - @TorontoPolice will be out all weekend focused on keeping #ImpairedDrivers off #Toronto roads - #ZeroExcuses - plan your ride to the from and event ^bm @TPSMyronDemkiw @TPSMandeepMann @jackgurrr @OACPOfficial
OfficerPapadopoulos retweeted
Our officers are stopping drivers every night at #FestiveRide2025 spot checks testing for impairment by alcohol.
@TrafficServices reminds us that driving impaired is not worth the cost or consequences.
🚔.05 Warn Level: Immediate licence suspension
🚔.08 Level or Refusing Breath Sample: Arrest & criminal code charge
Snow is back, and so are the drivers who “think they can stop.”
Spoiler: They can’t.
Slow down, clear your car, and let’s all get where we are going in one piece.
#Toronto #ONstorm #SnowDay #WinterDriving #DriveSafe #SlowDown #SnowSafety #TrafficSafety #VisionZero #TorontoPolice
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The Move Over Law is simple. When an emergency vehicle is stopped on the side of the road with its flashing lights on, drivers must slow down & proceed with caution; make sure it's safe to proceed, then move over to the left & away from the stopped vehicles
#MoveOver #PappysTips
Spotted a driver using their phone. When stopped, the driver tossed an open can of beer out the window. Charged with distracted driving, careless driving, & liquor offences. 3 mgs away from losing licence (47mgs per 100mil)
Distracted and under the influence
#DontDrinkAndDrive
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On behalf of the members of the @TorontoPolice , thank you to the @BlueJays for all you have done for our city and for bringing us together through an incredible season and World Series. You have made us all very proud.
Well, it happened. Stopped a driver for speeding,charged accordingly. While issuing the ticket, they said, “Come on officer, I’m a Blue Jays fan too!” Nice try, but cheering for the same team doesn’t get you out of a ticket. ⚾️Slow down speed kills #VisionZero #Toronto #BlueJays
🌳 A tree can stop a car.
🚶 A pedestrian can’t.
At 30 km/h – 5% of pedestrians die.
At 50 km/h – 55%.
At 60 km/h – 90%.
⚠️ Speed kills. Slow down.
#VisionZero #PappysTips
🚨 A driving school instructor, with two students in the car, was stopped and charged with disobeying a traffic sign after making an unsafe move. Not the lesson new drivers should be learning. Drive safely and obey the law.
#RoadSafety #VisionZero #TrafficSafety
Parents — before jumping to a cellphone, consider giving your child a landline. It keeps them connected without the risks of social media, screen addiction, or online predators. One step at a time. Safety first. 💡📞 #ParentingTips #DigitalWellness #Landline
What’s your opinion on photo radar enforcement (automated speed cameras)?
50%More locations 🚦
40%Fewer locations
10%Keep the same
187 votes • Final resultsDriving too slow in the left lane is dangerous—not just annoying.
It causes:
⚠️ Sudden lane changes
⚠️ Tailgating
⚠️ Road rage
⚠️ Rear-end collisions
Keep the left lane for passing. It’s the law in many places—and it saves lives. #RoadSafety #DriveRight #VisionZero
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A media scrum will be held at 7 p.m. at West Division (1710 Kingston Road, Pickering).
There is a heavy police presence in the area of Fairport Road and Lynn Heights Drive in Pickering.
Police are urging residents to shelter in place.
An adult female has been transported to a Toronto-area trauma centre after being assaulted where she has been pronounced deceased.
An unknown suspect remains outstanding.
Updates to follow.
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News Release - Man Arrested in Human Trafficking Investigation, Bloor Street and Islington Avenue area, Image Released
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