Man arrested in west end assault, harassment investigation

James Irwin Allan Davey, 46, of Toronto, is wanted in a pair of assault investigations, according to Toronto Police. TPS/HO

By John Marchesan

Posted November 19, 2025 9:29 pm.

Last Updated December 3, 2025 6:44 pm.

A 46-year-old man is in custody for allegedly assaulting and harassing two people, dating back as far as February.

Investigators say between February 2025 and October 2025, a man assaulted, threatened, forcibly confined, and harassed the victim in the Eglinton Avenue West and Bathurst Street area.

Police say both the man and the victim are known to each other.

On November 19, investigators say they were called for an assault in the Eglinton Avenue West and Marlee Avenue area. It’s alleged that a man assaulted, forcibly confined and uttered threats to a woman who was known to him.

James Irwin Allan Davey was arrested on December 2 and is facing a total of 18 charges, including assault with a weapon, forcible confinement, uttering threats and criminal harassment.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the police.

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