This notice was originally sent out from 22 Division alerting residents about suspicious envelopes being delivered to their homes.
Suspicious envelopes are being sent out by an unknown person via Canada Post.
This is occurring in the South end of Long Branch and Mimico along Lake Shore Drive and Lake Promenade.
The envelopes are addressed to the homeowner and a letter inside states that this is enough fentanyl to kill more than 10 people. Also inside is a small package containing a white substance. Police have confirmed that this substance is not fentanyl and is harmless.
The letter asks for money to be sent using bitcoin or the family will be harmed.
This is being investigated as an extortion.
Police are suggesting that, if you receive such an envelope, touch it as little as possible (e.g., use tongs to handle it), take it outside to a protected area, cover it with a garbage can lid or something, then call police and they will come and safely retrieve it from you.
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Do not touch these envelopes and call the police at 416-808-2222.
David Gillis Staff Sergeant (650) 22 Division, Priority Response Unit
We strongly suggest you share this post with your neighbours.