Joe Matthews

Joe Matthews

police chief Canada

Joe Matthews is a Superintendent with the Toronto Police Service, known for his leadership in the gun and gang task force. He has been active in addressing organized crime, particularly in relation to the violent disputes within the tow truck industry. Under his supervision, significant operations, such as Project Yankee, have led to multiple arrests and the seizure of firearms and vehicles, highlighting the serious nature of gang-related activities in Toronto. Matthews has emphasized the importance of collaboration between various police services to tackle the rising incidents of violence linked to organized crime.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
28,748
Power
1,286$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 1 5.00 0.08% +0% 38,005,238 28,748 $1,700,000 1,286$
Totals 1 38,005,238 28,748 $1,700,000 1,286$
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Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: Toronto Police Chief Superintendent Joe Matthews stated that the violence in the tow-truck industry largely stems from territorial disputes. 5

The Globe and Mail: Ontario tow-truck drivers ousted by province’s rules ask Ford for appeal process

Canada Canada: Toronto police chief Supt. Joe Matthews commented on the sophistication of the group involved in the tow truck violence. 6

The Globe and Mail: Toronto police arrest 20 people linked to group involved in tow truck-related violence