Female Arrested after Assaulting Two People in Oshawa

A 43-year-old female has been arrested after assaulting two people in Oshawa.

On Monday, July 7, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., members of Central East Division responded to an assault at a store in the area of Laval Drive and Stevenson Road South. The suspect physically assaulted a victim in the store before the victim was able to get away. Police arrived and the suspect then began physically assaulting a second victim. When officers intervened, the suspect attempted to take an officer’s firearm and was quickly arrested.

None of the victims or suspect were known to each other. Both victims were treated for minor injuries.

Amy PARSONS, age 43, of Oshawa is charged with: Assault with a Weapon x3 and Take Weapon of a Peace Officer in Execution of Duties.

She was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. Benaissa of Central East Division at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2053.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.   

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