Tuesday, June 5, 2007

Vaughan Gas Station Robbed

York Regional Police are searching for a man who used a sawed-off shotgun to rob an Esso gas station on Rutherford Road early yesterday morning.
Four men are believed to have been involved in the robbery.
The thieves made off with cash and cigarettes after forcing the clerk into to the bathroom.
He was not injured during the robbery.
Anyone with information is asked call police (1-866-876-5423, ext. 7873), or Crime Stoppers (1-800-222-TIPS, www.1800222tips.com)

- ER

Murder Investigation Delays GO Service In RH

A dead body has been discovered along the GO train tracks at the Old Cummer station early this morning, causing the rerouting of transit service from Richmond Hill.
Toronto police are investigating the scene of the fatal stabbing, and train service at the station has been suspended, according to the transit service's website.
Reports said investigators found a knife at the scene, but it was unclear whether the knife was used in the attack.
The victim was described as a male in his 20s who had sustained multiple stab wounds.
Shuttle buses are transporting commuters from Old Cummer to the Oriole GO station, and passengers boarding at Richmond Hill, Langstaff and Oriole have been told they can expect delays of about 15-20 minutes.
Updates on GO Transit detours and delays are available at www.gotransit.ca.

- ER

Sports Report

The Anaheim Ducks are one win away from the Stanley Cup, after last night's 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators, in game four of the championship final.
Anaheim's Andy McDonald led his team, scoring two goals and adding an assist.
With the win, the Ducks lead the series 3-1.
Game five takes place on Wednesday in Anaheim.

The Hamilton Bulldogs took game three of the AHL's Calder Cup final, beating the Hershey Bears, 5-2.
The Bulldogs lead the best-of-seven series, 2-1.
Game four is set for Wednesday in Hamilton.

The Blue Jays open up a three game series tonight at the Rogers Centre against the Tampa Bay Devil Rays.
Roy Halladay (5-2) will face Tampa's Andy Sonnanstine (0-0).
First pitch: 7:07pm

- ER