Durham Regional Police

Police are requesting the public’s assistance following a shooting at a business in Whitby. On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m., members of Central West Division responded to an armed person call at a used car dealership in the area of Hopkins Street and Dundas Street East. Officers attended and located several spent bullet casings. Surveillance video captured the incident. In the footage, a suspect arrives at the dealership parking lot in a white Honda CR‑V, exits the vehicle, and fires several shots at a trailer on the property before fleeing the area. No injuries were reported as a result of this incident. Anyone with cellphone, dash cam, or surveillance footage from this location on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, between 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., or any information about this incident is asked to contact Detective McCracken at 905-579-1520 ext. 1845 Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

DRPS Unveils Location of New Ajax Division Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS), alongside the Durham Regional Police Service Board (DRPSB) and community partners, today unveiled the future location of the new Ajax Division, marking an important milestone in expanding policing services to meet the needs of Durham Region’s growing communities. The new division will be located at 1401 Harwood Avenue North and represents the first step toward delivering a dedicated police facility in Ajax. Once complete, the division will bring frontline operations, investigators, and support services closer to residents, improving response, strengthening community engagement, and aligning police infrastructure with population growth. “This unveiling represents a critical investment in our future and in the safety of our communities,” said Chief Peter Moreira, Durham Regional Police Service. “Ajax and Pickering continue to grow at a rapid pace, and this new division will ensure policing services are positioned where they are needed most—today and for years to come.” Currently, both Ajax and Pickering are served by West Division in Pickering, which was built in 1992 for a much smaller population of 127,000. Since that time, Ajax and Pickering’s population has more than doubled, and calls for service have increased accordingly. The new Ajax Division is intended to better align policing services with current and future community safety needs. “We are extremely proud to achieve our long-standing goal of building a brand new police station right here in Ajax,” said Shaun Collier, Chair of the Durham Regional Police Services Board and Mayor of Ajax. “The new Police Division on Harwood Avenue will help make our diverse and vibrant community even safer, and it will be a vital part of our community infrastructure for decades to come.” The new division is expected to include frontline patrol operations, a Community Response Unit, criminal investigations, divisional command staff, and dedicated space to support community engagement. The facility will be designed to meet modern policing needs while aligning with regional sustainability and net-zero standards. Construction of the Ajax Division is anticipated to be completed by 2031, subject to regional approvals and funding. Once operational, the division will provide Ajax residents with access to a full range of policing services within their own community. Today’s announcement was made during National Police Week, underscoring the importance of partnerships between police, governments, and the communities they serve. Durham Regional Police Service will continue to engage with regional and community partners as the project progresses and will share updates as future milestones—including groundbreaking—are reached. For more information please email media@drps.ca. -30-

Police are requesting the public’s assistance following a suspicious residential fire in Pickering. Full story: drps.ca/news/posts/sus…

Police are searching for at least three suspects following a home invasion in Ajax. Full story: drps.ca/news/posts/sus…

A male is facing charges after starting a fire inside of an Oshawa residence. Full story: drps.ca/news/posts/mal…

Police are searching for at least one suspect after a residence was shot in Bowmanville. Full story: drps.ca/news/posts/sus…

ROAD CLOSURE | PICKERING Woodview Avenue between Finch Avenue and Pine Grove Avenue in Pickering will be closed for a collision investigation. One male has been transported to a Toronto-area trauma centre. Please find an alternative route.

A 16-year-old male has been arrested and charged in Durham Region’s third homicide of 2026. Full story: drps.ca/news/posts/upd…

Police Week has officially begun! Chief Moreira kicked off the event at The Oshawa Centre. Come out today through Thursday to meet our members and learn about community policing! #PoliceWeekON #NPW2026 #ProtectingOntarioThroughService

Police Looking for Information Following Homicide in Oshawa _______________________________________________________________________ A 23-year-old male from Oshawa has died in Durham Region’s third homicide of 2026. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at approximately 8:10 p.m., members from Central West Division responded to an armed person call in the area of Simcoe Road North and Winchester Road East. Officers arrived on scene and located a 23-year-old male with traumatic injuries. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Two groups of males engaged in a physical altercation outside of the Tim Horton’s located at 2700 Simcoe Street North. During that altercation, the victim suffered fatal injuries. The suspect and several other males fled on foot south and east of the Tim Horton’s. An extensive search, with the assistance of Air1 and the DRPS K9 Unit, was conducted; however, the suspects were not located. Residents can expect an increased police presence in the area as the investigation continues. At this time, investigators believe this was an isolated incident and there are no concerns for public safety. The Homicide Unit has taken over the investigation and is asking anyone who was in the area between 7:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., who may have cell phone, dash‑cam, or surveillance footage, or any information, to contact police. If you have any information about this incident, please contact Det. Laura Middleton of the DRPS Homicide Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5418. The victim’s name is not being released at this time. Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward. -30-

HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION | OSHAWA There is a large police presence in the area of Simcoe St N and Winchester Rd E. Police attended the scene for reports of an armed person and located the victim suffering from traumatic injuries. The victim was pronounced deceased and the Homicide Unit is investigating. Updates will be provided as they become available.

We're Hiring Two Facilities Project Managers 🏢👥 Reporting to the Manager of Capital Projects, the Project Manager position: Oversees complex large capital facility projects from initiation through design, construction, commissioning, and occupancy. The role provides: 📋Strategic leadership 📈Technical expertise 📅Decision-making authority to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality, safety, security, environmental, and legislative requirements. The Project Manager supports executive decision-making by translating complex technical, financial, and operational information into actionable recommendations. Apply now: drps.ca/careers

Police are looking for at least three suspects following a break-and-enter at a dealership in Pickering. Full story: drps.ca/news/posts/at-…

The roadway is now re-opened.

Police are searching for a male who targeted an older female in a bank fraud scam. Full story: drps.ca/news/posts/sus…

DRPS will officially launch 2026 Police Week on Monday, May 11, 2026. This year, Police Week runs from May 10 to 16, 2026 with the theme: Protecting Ontario through Service. The public awareness campaign encourages connections between the police and the communities they serve. We acknowledge the crucial partnership between members of a police service, other police services and first responders, as well as between the police and the organizations and people in the communities they serve. Officers from the DRPS Community Safety Unit will be hosting an information booth at the Oshawa Centre from Monday, May 11, through to Thursday May 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily. DRPS will have vintage cruisers on display, as well as free giveaways and information. Follow us on X: @DRPS, Instagram: @drps_official or Facebook: @OfficialDRPS to check out our Police Week posts. DRPS and other participating agencies will be utilizing the hashtag #PoliceWeekON to connect with our followers. WHAT: DRPS Police Week Information Booth WHERE: Oshawa Centre, upper level near Old Navy, 419 King Street West WHEN: Launch: Monday, May 11 at 10 a.m. Week-long Display: Monday, May 11 to Thursday May 14, 10:00 - 9:00 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there.

Today we had 19 new recruits attend and sign their final offers. 👏 Welcoming remarks by A/Deputy Chief Connolly, A/Deputy Chief Courneyea, and members from our Recruiting Unit. Congratulations on the start of your career with DRPS, we can’t wait to see what your future holds. 🚓

Two suffered serious injuries following a single vehicle collision in Uxbridge. Full story: drps.ca/news/posts/sin…

ROAD CLOSURE | PICKERING Sheppard Avenue between Whites Road and Fairport Road, as well as one northbound lane on Whites Road from Sheppard Avenue, will be closed for a collision investigation. Please find an alternative route.