Canada-wide Warrant Issued for Suspect in 2025 Pickering Homicide

The DRPS Homicide Unit has identified a suspect and issued a Canada-wide arrest warrant for 25-year-old Kane BOOTH in the homicide of a 47-year-old male from Markham.

 

On Wednesday, April 30, 2025, members from West Division responded to a check on well-being call in the area of Fairport Road and Third Concession Road. Upon arrival, officers located a deceased male in a vehicle. The scene was secured and the Coroner’s Office was notified and attended the scene. A post-mortem examination determined the male's death was the result of a homicide.

 

The victim was identified as 47-year-old Joshua IBBITSON from Newmarket.

 

Investigators identified a suspect and a Canada-wide warrant has been issued for his arrest.

 

Kane BOOTH, a 25-year-old male from Pickering is wanted for First Degree Murder.

 

He is described as male, White, 5’11, with a slim build. He has light brown hair and brown eyes.

 

Investigators have confirmed that BOOTH has left the country.

 

Anyone with information about this homicide, or BOOTH'S location is urged to call Detective Stewart of DRPS Homicide Unit at 905-579-1520 ext 5416.

 

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.

 

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