A 21-Year-Old is Recovering After Being Stabbed in Oshawa

A 21-year-old is recovering in hospital after being stabbed in Oshawa.

On Saturday, June 14, 2025 at approximately 11:40 a.m., members from Central East Division responded to a stabbing call in the area of Oxford Street and Wentworth Street West.  Officers arrived on scene and located an individual suffering from multiple stab wounds. They were transported to a Toronto-area trauma centre where they remain in stable condition.  Through investigation, it was determined the victim's boyfriend was responsible; however, he fled the scene prior to police arrival.

After an extensive search and investigative efforts, the male was located and taken into custody without incident.

A 38-year-old male of Oshawa has been charged with Aggravated Assault, Assault with a Weapon and Possession of Weapon. 

He was held for a bail hearing.

The identity of the accused is not being released to protect the identity of the victim.

Intimate partner violence (IPV) can take many forms, impacting individuals in various ways. It includes not just physical harm but also emotional abuse, verbal insults, manipulation, financial control, and isolation from friends and family.

Recognizing these signs is crucial. If you or someone you know is experiencing any type of IPV, it’s important to seek help. Resources are available, and you are not alone in this struggle. 

If you or someone you know is a victim of Intimate Partner Violence, please call 905-579-1520.

If you need support but aren't ready to contact the police, you can reach out to Victim Services of Durham Region for confidential assistance and resources.

https://www.victimservicesdurham.ca/contact

For information and resources available please visit:

https://www.drps.ca/community-safety-and-support/intimate-partner-violence/

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court.