Fatal Collision in Oshawa

A 40-year-old male suffered fatal injuries after a single motor vehicle collision in Oshawa.

On Friday, April 17, 2026, at approximately 10:25 p.m., members of East Division responded to a collision in the area of Adelaide Avenue East, east of Blackthorn Street in Oshawa. A 40-year-old male was driving a Toyota sedan westbound on Adelaide Avenue East when the vehicle left the road way and struck a mature tree causing significant damages. The vehicle continued forward and struck another mature tree before coming to a final stop.

The driver of the Toyota was pronounced deceased on scene.

Members of the DRPS Collision Investigation Unit attended the scene to conduct an investigation. The cause of this collision remains under investigation. 

Anyone with cell phone, dash cam, surveillance footage or information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Latour of the Collision Investigation Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5226.

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 cash reward.

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