Male Arrested After Armed Threats Toward Taxi Driver in Oshawa
A male is facing charges after making threats with a knife to a taxi driver in Oshawa.
On Sunday, July 5, 2026, at approximately 5:40 p.m., a member of Central East Division was approached by the victim in the area of Bloor Street East and Ritson Road South. The victim was approaching the final destination for a male he was transporting in his taxi, when the male brandished what the victim believed was a firearm in his waistband, and made threats. The suspect subsequently fled the vehicle.
A Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) was dispatched to the area and located the suspect. The RPAS directed officers to the suspect, who fled upon seeing police. Following a brief foot pursuit, the suspect was taken into custody.
A search of the suspect revealed a large knife tucked into his waistband.
A 15-year-old male from Oshawa is charged with: Assault with a Weapon, Possess Weapon Dangerous, and Uttering Threats.
He was held for a bail hearing.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. Bimb of Central East Division at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1701.
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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