Police Looking for Information Following Homicide in Oshawa

A 23-year-old male from Oshawa has died in Durham Region’s third homicide of 2026. 

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at approximately 8:10 p.m., members from Central West Division responded to an armed person call in the area of Simcoe Road North and Winchester Road East. Officers arrived on scene and located a 23-year-old male with traumatic injuries. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Two groups of males engaged in a physical altercation outside of the Tim Horton’s located at 2700 Simcoe Street North. During that altercation, the victim suffered fatal injuries. The suspect and several other males fled on foot south and east of the Tim Horton’s.

An extensive search, with the assistance of Air1 and the DRPS K9 Unit, was conducted; however, the suspects were not located. Residents can expect an increased police presence in the area as the investigation continues.

At this time, investigators believe this was an isolated incident and there are no concerns for public safety.

The Homicide Unit has taken over the investigation and is asking anyone who was in the area between 7:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., who may have cell phone, dash‑cam, or surveillance footage, or any information, to contact police. If you have any information about this incident, please contact Det. Laura Middleton of the DRPS Homicide Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext.5418.

The victim’s name is not being released at this time.

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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