Attempted Murder Charge Laid Following Stabbing in Oshawa

A 28-year-old man is facing charges following a stabbing in Oshawa that left two individuals with serious injuries.

On Friday, November 6, 2026, at approximately 8:30 p.m., members of Central East Division responded to an assist ambulance call at a commercial plaza in the area of Adelaide Avenue East and Ritson Road North. Upon arrival, officers located an adult female suffering from multiple stab wounds in the parking lot. She was transported to a Toronto-area trauma centre for treatment.

While securing the scene, officers located an adult male inside a nearby business suffering from serious injuries. He was also transported to Toronto area trauma centre with serious injuries.

Investigators determined that the female had been attacked inside the business prior to making her way outside, where she was located by emergency responders. Evidence gathered during the investigation, including witness statements and video surveillance, led investigators to identify the male as the suspect responsible for the attack.

Utsav Prakashkumare Acharya, age 28, of Oshawa, has been charged with Attempt Murder, Aggravated Assault, and Breach of Release Order.

The victim and the accused remain in hospital and are both currently listed in stable condition.

This has been confirmed to be an isolated incident and there is no ongoing threat to public safety.

The accused has been remanded into custody and the investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information, video footage, or dash camera recordings that may assist investigators is asked to contact D/Cst. Anderson at 905-579-1520 ext. 5390.

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.

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