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i THE CANADIAN STATESMAN, FEBRUARY 7, 2001 PAGE 3 Police probe motives in Durham's first murder in 2001 BY STEPHEN SHAW Stuff Writer As the police manhunt lor Roy Jones's killer intensified intensified yesterday, Crown prosecutors were planning to seek an adjournment today in the preliminary hearing at which the security security guard was scheduled to testify. ; Durham Regional Police Police now say the 28-year- old man was walking home from work when he was "confronted by one or more" assailants and shot to death steps from his parents' parents' Twilley Lane home at 10:25 p.m. Sunday. Police spokesman Sergeant Jim Grimley said an unknown gunman shot Mr. Jones "as he ran on to Pickering Beach Road, killing the victim." It remains remains unclear if Mr. Jones struggled with his killer prior to the shooting. !; Mr. Jones's parents were drawn to the street by the gunshots and found their son sprawled across die roadway. 1-Ie was pronounced pronounced dead at the scene. •] Police said an autopsy yesterday confirmed he died as a result of multiple gunshots. Witnesses reported reported hearing as many as five shots. ; Police said the shooter is black, between 5-foot-7 and 5-foot-11, slim to medium build, wearing a toque and knee-length brown or black jacket. Mike Kiekebelt, president president of First Choice Security, Security, said employees at the Toronto company were devastated by news of Mr. Jones's death. ; He said Mr. Jones worked at the firm for three years and was site supervisor at the Metro East Trade Centre for the last 18 months. "He was an upstanding person, a terrific guy. He did his job fabulously." Mr. Jones was to testify today in Oshawa as a witness witness in the case of a 25- year-old man charged in a June 2000 home invasion during which a Pickering woman and her 20-year- old son were bound with duct tape and handcuffed. Police at the time said three men, one armed with a handgun, their faces concealed concealed by handkerchiefs, ransacked the house, pistol-whipped pistol-whipped the man and robbed his mother of her credit cards, forcing her to reveal her PIN. Police said the robbery was drug-related and later arrested a man at a Whitby apartment after the credit cards were used to get cash from an ATM. Police say they haven't ruled out or linked the slaying to the case. "While it's obviously of great concern we've got no indication at this time Mr. Jones's death is related to (the case). Obviously it's crossed our minds and is one of several avenues that we are actively pursuing," Sgl. Grimley said yesterday. yesterday. He refused to elaborate elaborate on other possible motives. motives. A number of law enforcement enforcement sources familiar with the case said Mr. Jones was a "key" witness for the prosecution in the home invasion trial. Durham Senior Crown Attorney Greg O'Driscoll said today's hearing will be adjourned "under the circumstances" and the case reviewed in light of Mr. Jones's death. Cosmo Joseph Jacob- RON PIETRON1RO/Statesman photo Durham Regional Regional Police officers approach approach the ciime scene o)i Pickering Bpach Roacl it) Ajax, w\here a 25- y'çar-old man vtifl.v shot d'çad Sunday night. VE $1 Off OFF THE "Wireless" Home Security System 'savings until Fob. 28/01 Stujj) Security Consultants - Equipment Sales 72 King Street W., 623-0333 Bowmanville 1-888-845-6649 I tiadnemn The Community with Future v_Z CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON "Snow Removal" By-law 93-144 As Amended By-law 93-144 as amended regulates the clearing away and removal of snow and ice from roofs of buildings and from sidewalks within the Municipality and states as follows: Every owner/occupant is to ensure sidewalks abutting their property are cleared of snow/ice within 12 hours after a fall of snôw, rain, or hail. In the event of a fall of snow has an accumulation in excess of 20cm., the 12 hour time frame for clearing away snow will be extended to 36 hours. If the sidewalk remains slippery, suitable material must be spread to alleviate the hazard, Sidewalks must be kept free of slippery surfaces, snow, slush or ice, between falls of snow, rain or hail, The Municipality may have the work done and the resulting cost assessed against the owner. No notice be given prior to any work being carried out, With everyone's adherence to these requirements and everyone's diligence In carrying out the necessary work, our sidewalks will remain accessible and safe for children, the elderly, the handicapped and anyone who has occasion to use them during the winter months. son, 25, of Brampton, faces 11 charges including armed robbery, robbery, forcible confinement. using a stolen credit card and drug possession. He was freed on $10,000 bail with conditions to reside with his father and stay away from the victims and Mr. Jones. Anyone with information about the slaying is asked to call detectives at 579-1520, ext. 5220. Ckwetm The Community with Future L_z : Community with t CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Clarhigtm CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON FACILITY OPERATOR 11 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT The successful applicant will be required to assume a variety of maintenance responsibilities at municipally operated facilities in a shift rotation year round. Qualifications: • A general knowledge of equipment and building maintenance is required. • A knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems is required. Hold or qualify to obtain a Class "B" refrigeration operator's certificate • Must have minimum Grade 12 Secondary School education • Must hold or be willing to obtain a current First Aid and CPR certificate. • Must hold a current WHMIS certification. Responsibilities: • Arena Operation - all aspects of day-to-day operation of an arena and related refrigeration/filtration systems. • Building Maintenance - all aspects of day-to-day maintenance of the building. • Maintain a high level of public relations. - Other duties as may be assigned. Salary Scale: Code 4 of the Outside Collective Agreement $16.56 - $20.33 per hour. Qualified applicants should submits resume prior to 4:30 pm, Friday, February 16,2001. Office of the Chief Administrative Officer 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 3A6 Please quote File #05-01 All applications will be held in strict confidence. Information received will be used for employment employment assessment purposes. The Municipality of Clarington thanks all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. STUDENT LABOURER TEMPORARY The Public Works Department is accepting applications for student/temporary student/temporary employment for the 2001 season. season. The duties and responsibilities of the position include maintenance and operation operation of the Municipality's road system, parks and infrastructure. Applicants with experience in the maintenance maintenance and operation of various types of equipment or experience in construction construction will be given preference. A valid Motor Vehicle Operators Licence is mandatory. We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for an interview interview will be contracted. Please submit your application with the file number no later than March 2, 2001 to: Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 3A6 File # 04-01 Clanngtm The Community with Future L/ CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON PUBLIC NOTICE 2001 MUNICIPAL GRANT PROGRAM The Municipal Grant process was Initiated to assist organizations with funding for programs and services not provided by the Municipality. Applications for Municipal Grants are now available for local organizations that provide social, recreational, civic, and or facilities that directly benefit benefit the Municipality of Clarington and its residents. Applications can be picked up at: Community Services Department , ; J : .À jj Municipal Administrative Centre . ; \ /, i .! 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario Monday - Friday (8:30 am - 4:30 am). , APPLICATIONS COMPLETED IN FULL WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR A 2001 GRANT IF RECEIVED ON OR BEFORE FRIDAY, MARCH .2, 2001. )f!U) Qamgtm The Community with Future CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING COURTICE - FROM HIGHWAY TO MAIN STREET CONFIRM THE VISION A Design Charrette was held in November. The participants at the workshops provided a wide variety of ideas and opinions regarding options for development along the Highway 2 Corridor In Courtice. These ideas have consolidated into a number of desired options. These options need to be discussed with the stakeholders prior to determining a preferred option. Members of the public and landowners are Invited to continue their participation in determining the preferred development option for Highway 2 and Courtice Main Central Area. In response to comments received from the public, the study area has been expanded to include the areas along Highway 2 between Townline Road and Prestonvale Avenue and from Courtice Road to Hancock Road. In order to allow for maximum participation, two separate sessions will be held, one in the afternoon and one in the evening. Please identify which session you would like to attend. cnmrfr Æi,J ~ ' )i . :: 4 ".a- " .... SEüSiESîl jExtândÿçfÿ tudy^à 1 1 i Ip-Maln'Céntri «Secondary flan ÇmT niunkk.. L-lS y - t SM - a 1,v X jWS*IMCS'^SF1 • MCA Confirming the Vision (February 15,2001 ) Afternoon Workshop 2:00 - 5:00 pm Evening Workshop 6:30 - 9:30 pm Location: White Cliff Retirement Residence (Multi Purpose Room) 1460 Highway 2, Courtice To register for the workshop or to obtain further information regarding the study and how to get involved, please contact Sharon Norris, Clarington Department of Planning and Development. Telephone: (905) 623-3379 PARTICIPATE IN THE FUTURE OF COURTICE tiarineton The Community with Future CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON NOTICE OF STUDY COMMENCEMENT CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Reconstruction of Graham Creek Bridge and Road Approaches, Newcastle The Municipality of Clarington is undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for the reconstruction of Graham Creek Bridge and road approaches. The Study Area Is illustrated below. This project Is being planned under Schedule 'B' in accordance with the requirements of the Class Environmental Assessment for Municipal Road Projects. Public Information Centre will be held In March 2001 to review study progress. At that time Interested persons will bo given the opportunity to review alternative solutions and provide written comment to the L Municipality for Incorporation in the planning and design process of the project. In advance of the Public Information Centre, the Study Team Is Interested In hearing any comments or concerns from Individuals or groups about this project. In this regard, please forward written comments to either of the Individuals below. Mr. A, S, Cannolln, C.E.T. Manager of Englnoorlng Municipality of Clarington 40 Tomperanco Slroot Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 3A6 Ph: (905) 623-3379 Mr, W. McCrao, P.Eng, TSH Engineers Architects Planners 513 Division Street Cobourg, Ontario K9A5G6 Ph: 800-463-8046