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RICHARDSON Arrested After Numerous Break And Enters

A 21-year-old male has been arrested and charged for multiple break-and-enters in Bowmanville.

On Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at approximately 1:00 a.m., members of East Division responded to the area of King Street East and Liberty Street South for an alarm call at a business. Officers arrived on scene and located a business that had been broken into.

At approximately 1:45 a.m., members received another call for an alarm at a business less than a kilometre away. Officers arrived on scene and located the suspect inside the business. The suspect attempted to flee on foot and was quickly arrested.

An additional business was located within the vicinity that had also been broken into.

Jeremy RICHARDSON, age 21, of Clarington, is charged with: Break and Enter Non-Dwelling with Intent x3; Possess Property OBC Under $5000 x2; Possess Break-In Instruments and FTC with Release Order x3.

 He was held for a bail hearing.

Richardson at the time of his arrest was out on a release for similar charges.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Gordon of East Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1615.

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.

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. 

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Four in Custody After Assault

Three males and one female are facing charges after a violent assault at a residence in Oshawa.

On Sunday, December 15, 2024, at approximately 5:10 p.m., members of Central East Division responded to an unknown trouble call at a residence in the area of Graburn Avenue and Drew Street.  Police were called after three males were seen dragging another male into a residence.  Officers arrived on scene and saw several parties fleeing the residence.  One suspect was taken into custody without incident, while two other suspects remain outstanding.  A search of the residence located two additional males and a female, who were taken into custody without incident.  A firearm was also located inside the residence.

The victim was transported to a local area hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Nathan Daniel KELLY, age 36 from Oshawa is charged with: Aggravated Assault, Possess Loaded Restricted/Prohibited Firearm, Possess Restricted/Prohibited Firearm – No Licence, Possession of a Prohibited Device, and Possession Contrary to Order.

Mackenzy Lee SIGOUIN, age 28 from Oshawa is charged with: Possess Loaded Restricted/Prohibited Firearm, Possess Restricted/Prohibited Firearm – No Licence, and Possession of a Prohibited Device.

Kevin BOUTILIER, age 45 from Niagara Falls is charged with: Possess Loaded Restricted/Prohibited Firearm, Possess Restricted/Prohibited Firearm – No Licence, Possession of a Prohibited Device, Possession Contrary to Order x2, and Fail to Comply with Probation Order x3.

Daniel CARRIGAN, age 62 from Niagara Falls is charged with: Possess Loaded Restricted/Prohibited Firearm, Possess Restricted/Prohibited Firearm – No Licence, and Possession of a Prohibited Device.

All parties were held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Lisi of the Central East Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2769.

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.

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. 

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Three in Hospital after Overnight Shooting in Newtonville

The third suspect in a Newtonville shooting from June 2022 has been located and taken into custody.

On Sunday, June 19, 2022, at approximately 1:45 a.m., members from East Division were dispatched to an armed person call in the area of Newtonville Road and Concession Road 4.  Two males were located suffering from gunshot wounds and taken to a Toronto-area trauma centre with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. An additional male attended a local hospital suffering from stab wounds, and was transported to a Toronto trauma centre with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Investigators from the East Division Criminal Investigations Branch (CIB) conducted an extensive investigation and identified three suspects.  On Thursday, March 23, 2023, members of the East Division CIB arrested Trenton BIGNELL and Auston DAY.  The third suspect remained outstanding.

On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, the third suspect was located and taken into custody without incident.

Stephen Nathaniel FALCONER, age 22 of No Fixed Address is charged with: Aggravated Assault x2, Assault with a Weapon x3, Assault, and Discharge Firearm with Intent.

He was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Duguay of the East Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1642.

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.

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. 

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Charges Laid in Death of Resident at Assisted Living Facility

Two employees have been charged following the death of a 79-year-old resident in their care at an assisted living facility in Oshawa.

On April 1, 2023, members from East Division were called to an assisted living facility in relation to a death at Aspira Traditions of Durham Retirement located at 1255 Bloor Street East. A 79-year-old female resident was located on a bench outside the facility. Paramedics attended and brought the female to the hospital where she was pronounced deceased.

An investigation revealed the vulnerable female entered a stairwell and exited the building at approximately 7:30 p.m. on March 31, 2023. Over the course of the night, the female attempted to gain access to the building but was unable because the doors were locked. She sat on a bench and was located the following morning without vital signs.

An autopsy was performed and the cause of death of the 79-year-old was as a result of exposure to the elements.

Padmini KISSEUR, age 34, of Oshawa is charged with: Criminal Negligence Causing Death and Necessities of Life: Failing to Provide to Person Under Charge.

Danika HARRISON, age 29, of Newcastle are charged with: Criminal Negligence Causing Death and Necessities of Life: Failing to Provide to Person Under Charge.

They were released on an Undertaking.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Peden of East Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1659.

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.

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. 

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Man With Gun Arrested After Making Death Threats – Name Released

A 34-year-old male has been arrested after making threats in Pickering.

On Saturday, December 14, 2024, members of West Division responded to the area of Spruce Hill Road and Shadybrook Drive for an armed person. The suspect was making threats to shoot people and was believed to be in possession of a firearm. Officers arrived on scene and located the suspect. The suspect was taken into custody and a firearm was located in the vehicle.

Once recovered, the weapon was determined to be a replica firearm.   

Randy HEARD, age 34, of Pickering is charged with: Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm x3; Uttering Threats to Cause Damage to Property; Possession of Weapons Dangerous; Use of Imitation Firearm During Commission of an Offence and Pointing a Firearm.

 He was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. Fahel of West Division at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2492.

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.

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. 

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16 Impaired Drivers Arrested By DRPS

DRPS completed its fourth week of the 2024 Festive RIDE program, stopping more than 3,500 vehicles and charging 16 drivers with impaired driving offences.

The DRPS RIDE team conducted spot checks across the Region with the following totals (the numbers in brackets reflect 2023 fourth week totals for comparison):

3517 (1991) Vehicles stopped by RIDE
244   (120)   People given Roadside Breath Tests
23     (12)     People received “3 Day Suspensions” for registering a “WARN”
5       (5)       Novice Driver received a 3, 7 or 30  Licence Suspension
16     (16)     People were charged with Impaired Driving Offences
5       (1)       Other Criminal Code Charges
237   (162)   Charged with various Highway Traffic Act offences
2       (2)       Drug Offences

Members from the Durham Regional Police Service Board, Willie Woo and Mark Welch, joined the Chief and officers on the RIDE line to thank motorists for driving sober.

Week four of the RIDE campaign saw 16 impaired drivers taken off our roadways.  This week, the RIDE team arrested a G1 driver and their qualified driver for impaired driving offences.  The law requires qualified drivers to be fully licensed drivers and have a blood alcohol concentration less than 50 mg per 100 mL. We remind everyone, “if you see something, say something.”

Impaired driving is an emergency, please call 9-1-1 if you suspect an impaired driver.

A complete list of those charged with Impaired/Exceed is posted on under RIDE results.

Note: Under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act, anyone charged with a criminal impaired driving offence will have their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded automatically for seven days.

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Firearms & Drugs Seized – Mario K FRANCIS Arrested

A male is facing charges after an investigation leads to firearms and drug possession in Ajax.

In November, 2024, investigators from the Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) began an investigation into a male believed to be in possession of a firearm and involved in trafficking females.

On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, members of the HTU, with the assistance of the Robbery Unit, arrested the suspect and executed search warrants in Ajax.  A search of the suspect located a loaded handgun in his front waistband.  Two additional loaded handguns, a quantity of drugs, and numerous electronics were located during the search warrants.

Mario K FRANCIS, age 35, from Ajax is charged with numerous offences including: Possess Loaded Restricted/Prohibited Firearm x3, Possess Restricted/Prohibited Firearm – No Licence x3, Possess Prohibited Device, Carry Concealed Weapon, Careless Storage of a Firearm x3, Occupy Vehicle with Firearm, Tampering with Serial Number, Possession of a Schedule I Substance (cocaine), and Fail to Comply with Probation Order x3.

He was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Human Trafficking Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5600.

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.

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. 

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Public Safety Alert – Keith Theodore CONSTANTIN Released

Durham Regional Police is alerting the public regarding a high-risk offender who was recently released into the community.  The offender has prior criminal convictions for Sexual Assault, Sexual Assault with a Weapon, Assault with a Weapon, Assault, Robbery, Possession of Explosives, Uttering Threats, and Failing to Comply with Probation Orders.

Keith Theodore CONSTANTIN, age 45, poses a significant risk to the community, especially children.

An image of CONSTANTIN can be viewed at www.drps.ca.

CONSTANTIN is currently residing in the Oshawa area. 

CONSTANTIN was arrested by the DRPS Offender Management Unit (OMU) for breaching current conditions, held for a bail hearing and released by the courts the following day.  The Offender Management Unit will continue to monitor CONSTANTIN’s whereabouts and activities.  CONSTANTIN is also subject to electronic monitoring.

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

  • Not to be alone with anyone under the age of 16 unless the minor is accompanied by a responsible adult over 21
  • Not to be present in any daycare, swimming area and/or public swimming area, school ground or playground where one might reasonably expect children to be present or any community centre where children under 16 are present
  • 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 11 p.m. to 6 a.m.
  • Not to use the internet or other digital networks.

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 new information is asked to contact 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.

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Lakshanth SELVARAJAH & Akshayah THARMAKULENTHIRAN Arrested For Fraud

A male and female are facing 40 charges for fraud related offences targeting seniors in Durham Region.

On Thursday, April 4, 2024, members of the Financial Crimes Unit, with the assistance of York Regional Police, arrested a male and female after concluding an investigation into numerous fraud related offences that targeted seniors in Durham Region. 

Victims, including a 90-year-old couple, received phone calls from the suspects pretending to be their banking and credit card companies.  The victims were led to believe their accounts were compromised.  A courier was sent to the victim’s homes to retrieve their bank cards and passwords, which were then used for fraudulent purchases.

Lakshanth SELVARAJAH, age 27 from Ajax is charged with numerous offences including: Theft of Credit Card x6, Fraud Over $5000 x3, Fraud under $5000 x5, Unauthorized Use of Credit Card Data x8, Possess Credit Card Obtained by Crime x6, Possess Identity Info with Inference x3, and Possess Identity Document of Another.

Akshayah THARMAKULENTHIRAN, age 25 from Ajax is charged with numerous offences including: Fraud Over $5000 x2, Fraud Under $5000 x2, and Unauthorized Use of Credit Card Data x4.

Investigators have concerns there may be more victims.  Images of the accused parties can be viewed at www.drps.ca

Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact D/Cst. Kane of the Financial Crimes Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5371.

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. 

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Candy Store Pervert Alert

A male is in custody following a sexual offence investigation in Uxbridge.

On Saturday, March 23, 2024, at approximately 4:25 p.m., members of North Division responded to a sexual offence call in the area of Main Street North and Dallas Street. Four female youth attended a local business to buy snacks and candy. While inside the store, the victims were approached by an unknown male who exposed his genitals. The victims left the store and returned home immediately. The suspect fled the area in a blue 2-door car.

The victims did not sustain any physical injuries.

Following an investigation, members of the Special Victims Unit identified the suspect. On Monday, April 22, 2024, the suspect was taken into custody without incident, when he turned himself in to a DRPS division.

Giulian PRONESTI, age 20 from Uxbridge is charged with: Indecent Exposure to a Person Under 16.

He was released on an Undertaking.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Soto of the Special Victims Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2257.

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.

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Elvin CANONIZADO Was Arrested

A male has been arrested after sexually assaulting a female and threatening her and another male with a firearm in Oshawa.

On Friday, April 19, 2024, at approximately 2:05 p.m., members of Central East Division responded to an armed person call in the area of Simcoe Street South and Athol Street. The suspect approached the victim, while she was alone on the street corner, and touched her inappropriately before walking away. The victim told her partner, and both parties confronted the suspect. The suspect made threats with a firearm toward the male and female before leaving the area.

Officers searched the area and located the suspect a short distance away. Police took the suspect into custody without incident. A search of the suspect located a concealed BB firearm that resembled a revolver.

The victims did not sustain any physical injuries.

Elvin CANONIZADO, age 28 from Oshawa is charged with: Sexual Assault, Uttering Threats x2, Possess Weapon for Committing Offence, Carry Concealed Weapon, and Use of Imitation Firearm During Commission of an Offence.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. Santoro of Central East Division at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2175.

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.

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Pervert Alert: Tyler James CROFT Arrested

A male is in custody following an investigation into the sexual luring of a 13-year-old boy.

On Monday, April 15, 2024, members of the DRPS Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE) arrested an adult male after an investigation into the luring of a 13-year-old male through Snapchat.  It is reported that the suspect requested sexually explicit photos from the youth.  Further investigation revealed the possibility of other victims.

Tyler James CROFT, age 25 from Peterborough is charged with Luring a Child Under 16 to Make Child Pornography.

He was held for a bail hearing.

Police have concerns there may be other victims and are requesting anyone with information to come forward to investigators. 

A photo of the accused can be viewed at www.drps.ca

For more information on our ICE unit and resources that are available please visit our website at https://www.drps.ca/community-safety-and-support/crime-prevention/internet-safety-and-child-exploitation/

The Durham Regional Police would like to acknowledge the assistance of the Canadian National and Ontario Provincial Strategies to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet. This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

Anyone who has been victimized by the accused or has information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact D/Cst. Powell of the Major Crime Internet Child Exploitation Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5545.

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. 

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Robert SKRONSKI & George DAYOUB Arrested – Details Released

Two males are in custody after being found with numerous fraudulent identifications while attempting to open an account at a bank in Oshawa.

On Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at approximately 2:20 p.m., members of East Division, with the assistance of the East Division Criminal Investigations Branch, responded to a fraud call at the TD Bank located at 1310 King Street East, in Oshawa. A male entered the bank and attempted to open an account with fraudulent identification documents. Employees recognized the documents as fraudulent and contacted police. The suspect fled the bank prior to police arrival.

Police located the suspect at a nearby business and took him into custody without incident. A second suspect, linked to the first suspect, was located in a nearby vehicle and taken into custody without incident. The second suspect was found with numerous fraudulent identification documents in the vehicle.

Robert SKRONSKI, age 54 from Quebec is charged with: Fraud Under $5000 x2, Possession of Forged Document x3, Fraudulent Use of Certificate of Citizenship, Possess Identity Documents of Another x6, and Possess Credit Card Obtained by Crime.

George DAYOUB, age 26 from Quebec is charged with: Fraud Under $5000 x2, Possession of Forged Document x2, Possess Identity Document of Another x4, Possess Credit Card Obtained by Crime, and Fail to Comply with Release Order x3.

Both males were held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Kane of the Financial Crimes Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5371.

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.

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Karissa CORREIA Arrested – Details Released

A Pickering female is in custody for firearm possession following an investigation by the DRPS Gun and Gang Unit.

On Thursday, April 4, 2024, members of the DRPS Gun and Gang Unit (GGU) completed an investigation into a female believed to be in possession of a firearm. Officers attended a school in the area of Centre Street and John Street, in Oshawa, and took the suspect into custody without incident.

Simultaneously, a search warrant was executed at the suspect’s residence in the area of Bayly Street and Sandy Beach Road, in Pickering. A loaded firearm with an overcapacity magazine was located in the suspect’s bedroom.

Karissa CORREIA, age 27 from Pickering is charged with: Possession of a Restricted/Prohibited Firearm Knowingly Not Holding a Licence, and Possession of a Prohibited Device.

She was released on an Undertaking.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Gun and Gang Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1801.

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.

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Scammer Taxidermist Arrested After $500,000 Wasn’t Enough

A male has been arrested after fraudulently claiming the deceased exotic animals for his taxidermist business were no longer viable due to a faulty refrigeration system.

On Monday, September 11, 2023, investigators with the DRPS Financial Crimes Unit (FCU) were contacted by an insurance company regarding multiple claims filed by Artistry in Motion Taxidermy, that they believed to be fraudulent. The owner of the business purchased deceased exotic animals such as tigers, lions and monkeys, after they died of natural causes, for use as art pieces.

In May of 2022, the owner made a claim to the insurance company for a weather-related failure of his refrigeration system, which he claimed resulted in a financial loss of over $500,000 of animals.

In June of 2023, the owner made a second claim to the insurance company for another refrigeration system failure, which he claimed resulted in a financial loss of over $700,000 of animals.

Investigation into zoos, ranches, and safaris both in Canada and in Africa, named by the suspect, revealed that the suspect had fraudulently produced purchase invoices, created fictitious zoos and safaris, and inflated the value of the deceased animals.

Cyril DSOUZA, age 65 from Uxbridge is charged with: Fraud Over $5000 x2, and Utter Forged Document x2.

He was released on an Undertaking.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Tisi of the Financial Crimes Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5729.

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.