Toronto police have confirmed a civilian member of the force has tested positive for COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.

A police spokesperson confirmed to the Star late Wednesday that a civilian member tested positive for the disease.

“We have been actively working with the appropriate public health authorities who are conducting an in-depth investigation related to the individual and their contacts,” said Toronto police spokesperson Meaghan Gray.

“This member does not work in a public-facing role within the Service.”

Gray said in a statement that immediate steps were taken upon learning of the positive diagnosis Wednesday, and going forward there will be enhanced cleaning measures, such as additional surface cleaning in frequently accessed areas.

The statement does not provide further information about who the civilian member is or where they have been working.

Gray said that those who have been working closely with the employee have been advised to monitor themselves for any symptoms.

“We continue to strongly advise our members to continue following the advice of Toronto Public Health and implement social distancing, engage in frequent hand-washing with soap, and practice self-isolation, as advised by authorities,” Gray said.

Earlier Wednesday, Toronto police announced the cancellation of some in-person, non-essential services. All criminal record checks, for example, are now being submitted online.