Constable Todd E. Baylis
Toronto Metropolitan Police Service
Ontario
End of Watch: Friday, June 17, 1994

Biographical Info
Age: 25
Tour of Duty: 4 years
Badge Number: 114

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Friday, June 17, 1994
Weapon Used: Handgun; 9 mm
Suspect Info: Not available

Constable Baylis and his partner Constable Mike Leone stopped at an apartment complex known for its infestation of drug dealers to do a walk through. They came upon a suspect that was in Canada illegally, carrying a large amount of crack cocaine and a loaded 9mm handgun.

The suspect panicked shoved Todd out of his way and tried to flee on foot. While attempting to arrest the suspect, he managed to get free and exit the building. The two officers gave chase. The suspect first shot Constable Leone striking him in the back then at Constable Baylis striking him in the head. Although wounded Constable Leone managed to return fire hitting the suspect in the arm and shoulder. A call for help was put out and several divisions responded.

Although every effort was made, Constable Baylis died later in Hospital. Constable Leone fully recovered and is assigned to the Intelligence Unit. The suspect was convicted of First Degree Murder and is serving a life sentence.

Constable Baylis had served with the agency for 4 years. He is survived by his fiancee, parents, and brother.