Media Releases

Impaired Driver Arrested After Fleeing Police
A 43-year-old male is facing numerous charges after failing to stop for police in Oshawa.
Suspects Wanted After Violent Attempted Bank Robbery in Ajax
Police are searching for three suspects after a violent attempted bank robbery in Ajax.
Join DRPS in the Torch Run to Support Special Olympics Ontari
Members of the Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) will be participating in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics Ontario on Thursday June 19, 2025. The Torch Run brings together police personnel and Special Olympics athletes to raise funds and awareness for more than 26,000 athletes.
UPDATE 2: 14-Year-Old Male Charged with First Degree Murder
The victim in last Thursday’s homicide has been identified as 83-year-old Eleanor Doney.
Male Arrested After Attempted Carjacking in Ajax
A 19-year-old male has been arrested after an attempted armed carjacking in Ajax.
Police Searching for Assault Suspect in Oshawa
Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after an assault in Oshawa.
SUBJECT: UPDATE 1: 14-Year-Old Male Charged with First Degree Murder
A 14-year-old male has been charged with first degree murder after a female was killed in Pickering in Durham Region’s second homicide of 2025. The suspect was initially reported to be 13 years of age; however, he is 14-years-old.
UPDATE 1 - Male Arrested for Sexual Assault and Forcible Confinement Facing More Charges
A 30-year-old man previously charged in connection with the sexual assault of a 14-year-old is now facing additional charges.
13-Year-Old Male in Custody After Female Killed in Pickering
A 13-year-old male has been arrested after a female was killed in Pickering in Durham Region’s second homicide of 2025.
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Clarington Collision
A motorcyclist has been seriously injured after a collision in Clarington.