Port Perry man charged with murder in Durham’s fourth homicide of 2026
A 32-year-old Port Perry man has died and another man faces a second-degree murder charge. Durham police say the incident was isolated and there is no public safety concern.
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Lincoln Avenue student wins Ajax’s Fire Chief for the Day contest
Lokesh of Lincoln Avenue Public School was selected from 573 submissions for a poster highlighting fire escape planning, emergency preparedness and smoke alarm testing.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 1 min read
Three men wanted in Durham vehicle financing fraud investigation
Durham police say a vehicle financing scheme involving dealerships across the region caused more than $650,000 in losses. Three men are wanted.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 2 min read
Oshawa man charged after shooting at Clarington plaza
Durham police say a 29-year-old man faces firearm and other charges after a shooting at a Clarington plaza. No injuries were reported.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 2 min read
Ajax man arrested after two Durham officers struck by fleeing SUV
A 23-year-old Ajax man has been arrested in connection with an incident that injured two Durham police officers. Police say he turned himself in on October 1.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 2 min read
Durham police escort three boaters to shore amid rough Lake Ontario waters
Two Durham police Marine Unit vessels escorted a small aluminum boat and its three occupants safely to shore on Sept. 30.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 1 min read
Ajax man charged with sexual assault; Durham police seek other potential victims
Durham Regional Police say a 29-year-old Ajax man faces sexual assault and forcible confinement charges. Investigators are concerned there may be other victims.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 2 min read
Pickering youth charged after police seize 3D-printed firearm component
Durham police say a search of a Pickering home uncovered a 3D printer and an incomplete firearm component. A 16-year-old faces charges of uttering threats and manufacturing firearm parts.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 1 min read
Two Whitby residents charged after police seize loaded firearm
Police say two Whitby residents were arrested near Dundas Street East and Garden Street after a firearm investigation. A loaded firearm and a prohibited over-capacity magazine were recovered.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 2 min read
DRPS unveils new Air4 helicopter to boost policing across Durham Region
Durham Regional Police Service has officially unveiled Air4, a new Airbus H125 helicopter that will provide aerial support to frontline officers across Durham Region and the GTA.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 2 min read
Ajax Man Wanted After Tesla Strikes Two Officers During Oshawa Police Investigation
Durham police have identified 23-year-old Yaseen Waggan of Ajax as the suspect wanted after a Tesla SUV allegedly struck two officers and fled the scene in Oshawa last month.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 2 min read
Police seek footage after shooting outside Ajax restaurant
No injuries have been reported after a shooting outside Cloud 9 Bar and Grill on Bayly Street West. Police are asking anyone with footage or information to contact investigators.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 1 min read