Coverage of all criminal activity in and around Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle, and the rest of Clarington.
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On February 12, 2025, police in Pickering arrested a suspect, Daniel Scott, 65, in connection with an auto theft. The arrest occurred at a rural property near York Durham Line and 9th Concession Road, leading to the recovery of two stolen vehicles and a trailer. The Durham Regional Police Service
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A 21-year-old male has been arrested and charged with sexual offences involving a minor, according to the Durham Regional Police Service's Human Trafficking Unit (HTU). The arrest was part of an investigation that began on February 7, 2025, when authorities learned about the grooming of a 14-year-old girl
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A 75-year-old registered nurse has been arrested and charged with sexual assault at a long-term care facility. The Durham Region Police Service reported that the incident took place during the nurse's shift on October 15, 2024, at Fosterbrooke Long-Term Care Home, located at 330 King Avenue West in
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A man from Oshawa is being sought by police following an incident involving a firearm. The suspect, identified by the police as Jalil Luddin Sayah, age 28, is accused of assaulting a victim with a firearm. On the evening of February 4, 2025, police officers responded to a report of
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On Monday, February 10, the Durham Region Police Service (DRPS) held a graduation ceremony in Ajax to welcome 17 new recruits. The event featured performances by the DRPS Pipes and Drums and the choir, with recruits' families and friends in attendance to support them. Chief Peter Moreira greeted the
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The Youth in Policing (YIP) Initiative organized by the Durham Region Police Service hosted a Basketball Tournament for the Special Olympics on February 8, 2025. The event was held on a Saturday and featured young athletes from various parts of the Durham Region. It was open to participants with different
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Arson Investigation Underway in Whitby; Police Seek Public Assistance In the early morning of February 11, 2025, an arson incident was reported on the front porch of a residence in the area of Rivers Edge Place and Fairmount Drive in Whitby. The Durham Regional Police Service responded to the incident
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On the evening of February 7, 2025, a robbery occurred at a Shoppers Drug Mart located at 1971 Salem Road North in Ajax. The incident, reported at approximately 9:15 p.m., involved three suspects who forcibly entered the store, vandalized display cases to steal perfume, and assaulted an employee
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The Durham Region Police Service has confirmed that a 16-year-old girl from Oshawa, reported missing earlier, has been found safe. The individual was located after authorities initiated a search following her disappearance notification. Details regarding the circumstances of her recovery were not disclosed by the police. The public's
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Authorities are conducting an investigation into a fire that broke out in a residence associated with a 2024 homicide. The fire event was reported around 5:15 a.m. on February 12, 2025, at the intersection of Eulalie Avenue and Huron Street in Oshawa. According to the Durham Region Police
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Durham Regional Police are investigating a hate-motivated assault that occurred at Maxwell Heights Secondary School in Oshawa. On February 3, 2025, around 11:45 a.m., the suspect allegedly approached the victim and made derogatory comments before attempting to remove the victim's headdress. A bystander intervened, aiding the
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Clarington Residents Receive Guidance on Fraud Prevention Clarington residents are being reminded of the ongoing risks posed by fraudulent activities such as identity theft and scams. Reporting any suspicious contact is encouraged by reaching out to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. According to guidance from the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, individuals should