house fire

June 16, 2021

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve a suspicious fire that occurred in Oshawa.

In the early morning hours of Wednesday, June 16th, 2021, Durham Fire were called to Quebec Street in the City of Oshawa for a house fire. Upon arrival at the scene, Durham Fire found the house completely engulfed in flames and subsequently destroyed. At the time of the blaze, no occupants were inside the residence, and no other property damage was reported due to this fire.

Police investigators are looking for any assistance in identifying the person(s) responsible for the fire as it has been deemed suspicious in nature. If you have any information about this House Fire or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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HOME INVASION

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve a Home Invasion that occurred in Oshawa.

Investigators are looking for two suspects after a home-invasion style robbery at a residence in Oshawa.

On Tuesday, June 1, 2021, at approximately 10:35 p.m., members from Central East Division responded to a home-invasion style robbery at a residence on Sedan Crescent.

One of the victims was outside when he was approached by two suspects. The suspects were armed with guns and identified themselves as police officers. The suspects ordered the victims back inside where they proceeded to tie them up. The suspects stole a large amount of marijuana before leaving the residence. The victims did not sustain any injuries.

Suspect #1- is described as male, white, approximately 30-years-old. He was wearing a dark-colored baseball hat with a yellow logo and was armed with a long rifle.

Suspect #2- is described as male, black, 30-40 years with a lazy eye. He was armed with a handgun.

Both suspects were described by the victims as wearing fluorescent yellow traffic style vests with “POLICE” on the front and back, shirts with a police emblem underneath the vests and navy-blue pants with a red stripe.

Police investigators believe this was a targeted incident and not a random event.

If you have any information about this Home Invasion or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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Assault - dECEMBER 2020

On December 15, 2020 at approximately 10:10pm police were dispatched to an assault that took place outside of North End Market located on Liberty Street North in Bowmanville. The victim was assaulted by 4-5 males when he approached his vehicle in the parking lot.

This appears to be a targeted assault and the male suspects punched and kicked the victim before fleeing the scene on foot.

The victim was treated at the scene by EMS and cleared.

Police are seeking any information regarding the identity of the suspects.

The suspects were wearing dark clothing – however, one of the suspects appeared to be wearing a grey jacket, beige/brown pants, and white shoes.

Suspect photos and video footage are currently not available.

If you have any information about this assault or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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home invasion

September 28, 2020 - Home Invasion

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve a Home Invasion that occurred in the City of Oshawa.

On September 28, 2020 at approximately 7:42pm police were called to attend an address on Adelaide Avenue East for an armed person. Police arrived at the scene where they were immediately approached by a male who identified himself as the victim.

The victim reported four unknown males forced their way into his and his girlfriend’s residence. The suspects demanded money and drugs, and tied the victim’s wrists with a cord and shaved the top of the victim’s head. The suspects interrogated the victim for a short period of time. Prior to departing the scene, they confined the victim and his girlfriend in the basement of their residence.

The victim alleges two of the male suspects were armed with black handguns and one of the male suspects fired a round prior to leaving.

The description of the four suspects:

Suspect #1: Male, black, approximately 6 feet in height and 180 lbs.

Suspect #2: Male, possibly of Mexican descent, approximately 5’4” in height, with his hair in braids and wearing a do-rag.

Suspect #3: Male, white, approximately 6 feet in height

and wearing a motorcycle helmet.

Suspect #4: Male, white, approximately 5’8” in height, wearing a face covering and a grey hooded sweat shirt.

The police investigators believe the victim was targeted by the four male suspects.

If you have any information about this Home Invasion or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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mischief

MISCHIEF - JULY 22, 2020 - BEATRICE STREET EAST

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve a Mischief that occurred in Oshawa.

On July 22nd 2020 between 3:00 pm and 11:00 pm a mischief to property occurred in the visitor’s parking lot at 610 Beatrice Street East in the City of Oshawa.

Two vehicles were severely damaged – all eight tires were slashed on the vehicles, with door handles ripped off as well as windshields and side windows smashed. One of the vehicles was spray painted with “Black lives don’t matter FU”.

If you have any information about this Mischief or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

If you have any information about this shooting or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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break & enter

BREAK & ENTER - JUNE 19, 2020

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve a Break & Enter that occurred in Ajax.

On June 19th 2020, between 11:20 pm and midnight, four unknown suspects targeted a residence on Shoal Point Road in the Town of Ajax.

The suspects appeared to target the selected residence after observing a parcel left unattended on the front step of the residence which was visible from the roadway. The suspects broke into the residence stealing jewelry and collector coins before fleeing. The residence was equipped with security cameras and captured images of the suspects both inside and outside.

The four suspects fled the scene in what appeared to be a silver coloured Ford Edge or Lincoln SUV.

If you have any information about this Break & Enter or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers. CRIME STOPPERS will pay up to $2000 cash for ANY information that leads to an arrest in this or ANY criminal matter. Callers never need to give their name or testify in court and we do NOT use call display. If you have any information about this shooting or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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SHOOTING (AJAX) - MAY 14, 2020

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve a shooting that occurred in Ajax.

On Thursday, May 14th 2020 at approximately 4:50 p.m., members of West Division were called to a residential complex in the area of Church Street and Rossland Road in Ajax for reports of shots fired.

Officers located a male with serious injuries from gunshot wounds. The suspect(s) drove by the victim's residence and shot the male victim. The 33-year-old male victim was taken to a Toronto-area trauma centre with serious, but non-life threatening injuries.

The suspect(s) fled in a black SUV at a high rate of speed. Police also located a parked vehicle within the complex with bullet holes. Police searched the area for the suspects, with negative results. Investigators do not believe this was a random attack. At this time, there are no suspect descriptors.

Police are looking for more information on the suspect vehicle, which is described as a black SUV, heavy tinted windows, an all-black wheel on the front passenger side and a “winter” rim on the rear passenger side. The vehicle is believed to be a 2011-2019 Dodge Journey. The suspect vehicle utilized a plate during the incident that was not attached to this particular vehicle and is believed to have been previously stolen unbeknownst to the plate owner. Please view the attached photographs of the suspect vehicle.

If you have any information about this shooting or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers. CRIME STOPPERS will pay up to $2000 cash for ANY information that leads to an arrest in this or ANY criminal matter. Callers never need to give their name or testify in court and we do NOT use call display. If you have any information about this shooting or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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BREAK & ENTER - March 22, 2020

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve a Break & Enter that occurred at A&M Gold Buyers in Ajax.

A&M Gold Buyers located at 613 Kingston Road West in Ajax was broken into between the hours of 3:00pm on March 22nd 2020 and 9:15am on March 23rd 2020.

The suspect(s) were able to gain entry into A&M Gold Buyers from an unoccupied adjacent business within the plaza. The owner attended the store and immediately called the police.

The suspect(s) stole approximately $60,000 in gold bars, a gold bracelet and cash.

At this time, there are no suspect(s) and no surveillance footage for this Break & Enter.

Please view the attached photographs of the stolen gold bars and gold bracelet.

If you have any information about this Break & Enter or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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ATTEMPTED ROBBERY - ATM RITSON RD, NORTH

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve an attempt robbery that occurred in Oshawa.

On February 8th 2020 the victim attended the ATM vestibule at the TD Bank at 1211 Ritson Road North and was approached by an unknown male who demanded money. A struggle ensued and the victim was able to flee without giving the suspect any cash. No weapon was used and the victim was not physically injured.

The suspect is described as male white, 6'1"- 6'2" in height, with blue eyes, wearing a black ski mask, a dark blue and white plaid jacket, with a dark hood and dark coloured jeans. Please view the attached ATM surveillance photos.

If you have any information about this attempted robbery or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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THEFT - JULY 2, 2019

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve a Theft that occurred in the Township of Brock.

On July 2, 2019 at approximately 12:40pm an unknown male and female entered the front doors of the Hills Home Building Centre located on Mara Road in the Township of Brock. Video surveillance footage shows the two suspects proceed to walk to the rear of the store.

The male entered the office area and the female remained outside the office area. The male entered the store owner’s office and stole $8000 of cash located in the desk drawer.

The suspects then proceeded directly out the front doors of the store and were observed departing the scene in a deep red or maroon coloured Nissan Rogue.

Video surveillance footage was observed after the owner of the store noticed the money was missing from his desk drawer.

Please view the attached video surveillance images of the male and female suspects.

If you have any information about this Theft or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.On all display.

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BREAK AND ENTER - FEBRUARY 24, 2020

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve a Break and Enter that occurred in Oshawa.

Police are investigating a Break and Enter where the suspect stole a shotgun from within a home in Oshawa.

On Monday, February 24, 2020, between 6:00 a.m., and 1:00 p.m. an unknown suspect broke into a residence on Simcoe Street South in Oshawa and stole a legally owned Remington pump-action shotgun. Attached is a picture of the stolen firearm.

There are no suspects at this time; however, the police investigation is on-going.

If you have any information about this Break & Enter or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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Remember: CRIME doesn’t pay but Crime Stoppers does.

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February 2020 - ARSON

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve an Arson that occurred in Oshawa.

On Tuesday, December 17, 2019, at approximately 5:50 a.m., police and fire responded to a fire call at a residence on Albert Street in Oshawa. A homeowner attempted to put the fire out until Oshawa Fire Services extinguished the flames. Officers on scene were able to determine the side of the residence had intentional been set on fire.

Video surveillance footage was able to show three males with their faces covered approaching the residence with a gas can and setting fire to the side of the home.

It is believed the three suspects fled to an awaiting vehicle. Police investigators are treating this as an Arson. To view the video surveillance footage, visit the Durham Regional Police Service YouTube account.

If you have ANY information about this Arson or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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January 2020 - HUMAN TRAFFICKING

Human Trafficking Increases in Durham Region

CRIME STOPPERS would like to remind the citizens of Durham Region of the increased number of incidents related to Human Trafficking.

Often referred to as “domestic sex trafficking”, there are numerous victims who are being forced into situations because of threats of violence and physical and psychological intimidation.

Young women, typically 12-18 years of age, are being exploited in the sex trade at the hands of predators. Victims are isolated from their families and friends and regularly moved from one hotel to the next to avoid detection.

If you are staying in a hotel or motel near major thoroughfares, be aware of some of the warning signs of Human Trafficking:

A female who appears fearful and timid and under the control of another person; she appears disoriented or confused; shows signs of physical, mental or substance abuse. She is not allowed to speak for herself and her activities are controlled by someone else

She is travelling with minimal or an excessive amount of luggage and there is a constant flow of traffic to and from her hotel or motel room.

If you are a victim - or - you know someone who is a victim of Human Trafficking, please call Police or Crime Stoppers.

For more information visit stopht.com

CRIME STOPPERS will pay a minimum of $1000 cash for ANY information that leads to an arrest in Human Trafficking. Callers never need to give their name or testify in court and we do NOT use call display.

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November 23, 2019 - ARSON

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve an Arson that occurred in Bowmanville.

On November 23, 2019 members of the Durham Regional Police responded to an active fire at the I-Greek Restaurant located at 196 King Street East in Bowmanville. Police and Fire Services discovered an active fire within the front portion of the restaurant. Upon extinguishing the fire, investigators located evidence which suggested the fire was intentional. A witness described seeing two males fleeing the area prior to the fire starting.

Suspect #1: Male, teens, wearing a black hoody, black backpack, blue pants, slim build.

Suspect #2: Male, teens, wearing a grey hoody, black backpack and black pants, heavy build.

The two suspects were last seen fleeing Northbound from the location of the incident. Significant damage was sustained to the interior of the business.If you have any information about this Arson or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2019 - ROBBERY

CRIME STOPPERS and DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE are asking for your help to solve a Robbery that occurred in Pickering.

On Thursday, September 19, 2019 at approximately 12:45 am police were called to attend the On the Run ESSO at 474 Kingston Road in Pickering. Two males forced entry into the store. One of the suspects pulled out a knife and demanded the store employee open the cash register. The suspect took the employee’s cell phone and both suspects fled the store with a quantity of cash and cigarettes.

A white Mercedes motor vehicle was seen fleeing the area at a high rate of speed shortly after the robbery.

The suspect with the knife is described as male white, 25-30 years of age, wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt, black jeans, and black running shoes – he wore black gloves and had a white scarf covering his face.

The other suspect is described as male white, 25-30 years of age, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, dark blue oversized shirt, black pants and black running shoes – he wore red gloves and had a black scarf covering his face.

Please view the surveillance images of the two suspects on the Durham Regional Crime Stoppers website.

If you have any information about this Robbery or know who is responsible, please call Crime Stoppers.

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house fire

June 16, 2021

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HOME INVASION

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Assault - dECEMBER 2020

home invasion

September 28, 2020 - Home Invasion

mischief

MISCHIEF - JULY 22, 2020 - BEATRICE STREET EAST

break & enter

BREAK & ENTER - JUNE 19, 2020

Break & Enter June 2020 Suspect Pictures

SHOOTING (AJAX) - MAY 14, 2020

BREAK & ENTER - March 22, 2020

ATTEMPTED ROBBERY - ATM RITSON RD, NORTH

THEFT - JULY 2, 2019

BREAK AND ENTER - FEBRUARY 24, 2020

February 2020 - ARSON

January 2020 - HUMAN TRAFFICKING

November 23, 2019 - ARSON

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019 - ROBBERY

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