Man Injured in Oshawa Robbery Attempt Involving Firearm, Police Seek Information

A man was injured after being struck in the head with a firearm in Oshawa on Friday, July 18, 2025, according to Durham Regional Police Service. Police said the incident took place at approximately 11:00 p.m. near Oxford Street and Malaga Road.

The incident is notable due to the use of a firearm during an attempted robbery in a residential area. Incidents involving weapons are of ongoing concern for local residents and law enforcement.

According to Durham Regional Police, officers from Central East Division responded to reports of an armed person. When officers arrived, they learned that two men had approached the victim and demanded his property. Police stated that the suspects attempted to shoot the victim, but the attempt was unsuccessful. They then struck the victim in the head with the firearm before leaving the area. The victim was transported to a local hospital with injuries police described as non-life-threatening.

Police are asking anyone who was in the area at the time or has information or video surveillance footage to contact investigators. No further details about the suspects were provided in the police statement.