$25,000 Reward Offered for Information on Murder Suspect

Police continue to search for the suspect involved in the murder of 34-year-old Michael Ferdinand. Durham Regional Crimestoppers is now offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to his arrest.

On Monday, October 9, 2023, at approximately 5:05 a.m., members from West Division responded to reports of an armed person at the Pickering Casino Resort located at 888 Durham Live Avenue in Pickering. Police arrived on scene where they located the victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was rushed to a Toronto-area trauma centre where he succumbed to his injuries.

He was identified as 34-year-old Michael FERDINAND,

Michael is greatly missed by his family and community. Anyone with information that could lead to the arrest of the suspect is urged come forward and speak with investigators.

To be eligible for  the $25,000 reward, the tip must be provided to Crimestoppers. You can call them at 1-800-222 TIPS or submit a tip online:

https://durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca/

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ORIGINAL RELEASE SENT ON OCTOBER 9, 2023 at 1:30 PM

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