Category: Durham

Matthew Donald ADLAM has been released after serving his sentence for a number of sexual assault related offences and is currently residing in Oshawa.

The Durham Regional Police Service is warning the public about a high-risk offender who has recently been released into the community. This individual has a history of serious criminal convictions, including Sexual Assault with a Weapon, Sexual Assault, Indecent Act, Criminal Harassment, Break and Enter, Uttering Threats, Carry Concealed Weapon and violations of Long-Term Supervision Orders. 

Matthew Donald ADLAM, age 52, poses a significant risk to the community. He is described as male, White, 52-years-old, with a slim build. He is bald with a beard and has a large facial tattoo. 

DRPS will continue to monitor ADLAM’s whereabouts and activities. 

Matthew Donald ADLAM is bound by an order under section 810.2 of the Criminal Code of Canada.  His conditions under this section include:

·       Not associate or communicate directly or indirectly with anyone under the age of sixteen years, or engage in any activity that involves contact with persons under the age of sixteen years

·       Not attend a public park or swimming area where persons under the age of sixteen years are present or can reasonably be expected to be present, or a daycare centre, school ground, playground or community centre.

·       Not attend at any public place including such places as a mall or library where persons under the age of sixteen years are present or can reasonably be expected to be present, unless you are in the direct company of someone over the age of 21 years who is aware of these conditions

·       Not to associate with parties known to you to have a criminal record or be involved in criminal activity.

·       Abstain absolutely from the possession, purchase or consumption of drugs, narcotics or controlled substances, except in accordance with a medical prescription

·       Abstain absolutely from possession, purchase or consumption of alcohol or alcohol-based products

·       Not to own or posses any weapons

·       Abide by a curfew from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Police are asking the public to stay vigilant and remain aware of your surroundings. 

Any suspicious or dangerous behaviours should be reported directly to police.

Under Regulation 412/23 of the Community Safety and Policing Act, a chief of police or his designate may disclose personal information about an individual if he reasonably believes the individual poses a significant risk of harm to other persons or property and believes that such disclosure would reduce that risk.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Tom Chambers #3170 of the DRPS Offender Management Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5357.

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.

Police are searching for a suspect after a male was shot in Oshawa.

On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at approximately 6:15 p.m., members of Central East Division responded to an armed person call at a residence in the area of Oxford Street and Wentworth Street West. The victim was in his residence when the suspect entered and started a verbal altercation. The suspect shot a firearm toward the victim before fleeing the area.  The victim was transported to local area hospital with minor injuries.

At this time, police believe this to be an isolated incident.

The suspect is described as: male, Black, approximately 20-21 years-old, 5’8” tall, with hair in short dreadlocks.

Anyone with cellphone, dash cam, surveillance footage or information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Ellis of the West Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2743.

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.

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. 

A youth and adult male are in custody after an armed street level robbery in Oshawa.

On Monday, September 29, 2025, at approximately 7:20 p.m., members of Central East Division responded to an armed person call in the area of Albert Street and Fisher Street.  A 19-year-old and 17-year-old male met with the victim to purchase a bb-gun.  When the victim showed the suspects the bb-gun, the suspects made threats with a firearm and a large knife before stealing the bb-gun and fleeing.

Officers searched the area and located both suspects, who were taken into custody without incident.  Further investigation revealed the firearm used during the robbery to be an imitation weapon.

The victim did not sustain any physical injuries.

Brandon SANDERS, age 19 from Oshawa is charged with: Robbery, Pointing a Firearm, Use of a Firearm During the Commission of an Offence, Possess Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000, and Possess Weapon Dangerous to Public. 

A 17-year-old male from Whitby is charged with: Robbery, Disguise with Intent, Possess Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000, and Possess Weapon Dangerous to Public.

Both were held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with cellphone, dash cam, surveillance footage or information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. Dominie of Central East Division at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 3142.

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.

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. 

Police are warning the public about a growing scam involving fraudsters posing as bank employees and convincing victims to hand over their bank cards and PIN numbers.

The DRPS Fraud Unit has received 41 reports so far this year with losses of more than $200,000. In recent cases, victims have received phone calls from suspects who claim to be from their bank’s fraud department. The caller tells the victim that their bank cards have been compromised and instructs them to place their cards — along with their PIN numbers — in an envelope for a “bank representative” to pick up. Victims are told that new cards will be sent out the next day.

Shortly after, a driver arrives at the victim’s home, collects the envelope and then uses the stolen cards and PINs to withdraw money from the victim’s accounts.

Police are reminding residents that banks will never ask for a customer’s debit or credit card, and they will never ask for PIN numbers. By providing both, victims unknowingly violate their contract with the bank, leaving them financially responsible for any losses.

How to protect yourself:

• Never give your bank card or PIN number to anyone.
• Hang up immediately if someone claiming to be from your bank asks for this information.
• If in doubt, call your bank directly using the number on the back of your card — not a number provided by the caller.

One male is in custody and another is wanted after a male was struck with a firearm at a bar in Pickering.

On Sunday, September 21, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., members of West Division responded to an armed person call at the Knights Corner Pub and Grill, located at 605 Kingston Road.  Two males assaulted the victim and struck him with a firearm before fleeing the area.  Officers arrived on scene and located the victim suffering from serious but non-life-threatening injuries.  The victim was transported to a Toronto area hospital. 

A short time later officers located one of the suspects and took him into custody without incident.  The second suspect was not located.

Thomas Scot MCDONALD, age 35 of Wasaga Beach is charged with: Assault with a Weapon.

He was held for a bail hearing.

The wanted suspect is described as: male, Black, approximately 6’2” tall, wearing all black.

Anyone with cellphone, dash cam, surveillance footage or any information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Westcott of the West Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2528.

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.

A male is in custody after fraudulently collecting over $2.5 million for an investment scam.

In June 2024, the DRPS Financial Crimes Unit (FCU) began an investigation into a male who told two victims he was a financial trader and could guarantee high returns on investments using the platform ‘Interactive Brokers’.

Between March 2023 and March 2024, the suspect persuaded the victims to transfer him large sums of money to be invested.  The suspect told the victims to open accounts via ‘Interactive Brokers’, where the suspect would have sole control over trading.

The suspect enticed the victims to transfer funds by driving luxury high end cars, and showing them forged investment return statements.  During this period, the suspect collected over $2.5 million in funds from the victims, which he used to finance his extravagant lifestyle.

On Sunday, September 21, 2025, investigators from the FCU completed their investigation and took the suspect into custody.

Alex Noah PEKALA, age 23 from Oshawa is charged with: Fraud Over $5000 x2.

He was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact Det. Jaciuk of the Financial Crimes Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5353.

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.

A male is facing charges after driving dangerously through a high school field and a nearby walking trail in Oshawa.

On Friday, September 19, 2025, at approximately 3:40 p.m., members of Central East Division responded to reports of a vehicle driving dangerously through the parking lot and sports field of G.L. Roberts Collegiate Vocational Institute (CVI).  The vehicle was seen driving dangerously toward students in the area before fleeing along an adjacent waterfront trail.  Police attended the area and located debris from the vehicle nearby. 

The driver was identified as the parent of a student at the school, who had driven through the property after learning their child had been involved in an altercation with other students at the school.  Officers attended the suspect’s residence and took him into custody without incident.

No persons suffered any physical injuries.

A 31-year-old male of Oshawa is charged with: Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance, and Assault with a Weapon.

The accused was released on an Undertaking.

The identity of the accused is being withheld to protect the identity of the student.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Det. Price of the Central East Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 3963.

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.