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CTV News
a day ago
- CTV News
Woman facing murder charge in connection with fatal Pickering fire, 1 suspect outstanding: police
A homicide investigation is undeway after a 69-year-old woman was found inside a home that caught fire on Primrose Court in Pickering. (Craig Barry/CTV News Toronto) The investigation into a fire that killed a senior in Pickering over the weekend is now a homicide, Durham police say. On June 11, a fire broke out at a home on Primrose Court near Fairport Road, north of Finch Avenue and east of Whites Road North. Durham Regional Police Service said they were called to that area at about 2:20 p.m. and that a 69-year-old woman was found dead inside a home. They said the homicide unit took over the investigation once the autopsy on the woman's body was completed. Her death is Durham's third homicide of the year. On Tuesday, 34-year-old Sandra Coutinho, of Pickering, was arrested and charged with accessory after the fact to murder. She was held in custody for a bail hearing. The charge has not been proven in court. Investigators added that they have identified an additional suspect, however no information has been released about that individual at this time. 'At this time, (we) believe this to be an isolated incident and there is no threat to public safety,' police said in a news release. This investigation is ongoing and anyone with further information is asked to contact Det. French of Durham police's Homicide Unit at 1-888-579-1520, ext. 5421, or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
CBS News
2 days ago
- CBS News
Man fatally shot in Wilkinsburg
A man was fatally shot in Wilkinsburg on Wednesday evening. Allegheny County police said dispatchers were notified of a shooting on Wesley Street shortly before 5:30 p.m. When first responders got there, police said they found a man who had been shot. He was taken to the hospital, where he died. Police didn't release any other details, and there's been no word on suspects. The victim's identity hasn't been released. Allegheny County police's Homicide Unit is investigating. Anyone with information is asked to call the tipline at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Toronto Sun
2 days ago
- Toronto Sun
Man in his 20s slain in deadly east end stabbing
A file photo of police crime scene tape. Photo by Postmedia Network A man in his 20s was stabbed to death in the city's east end Tuesday night. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Toronto Police say officers responded to the area of Danforth and Hillingdon Ave. – just east of Coxwell Ave. – just after 11 p.m. and located the gravely injured victim. The man was rushed to hospital with 'life-threatening injuries,' police said in a message posted on X. The man was pronounced dead at the hospital becoming the city's 16th murder victim of the year. The man's name has not yet been released. Those slain so far this year include four victims who were stabbed to death, 10 victims who were shot to death, and two victims who were killed in other ways. Police are looking for a man described as about 5-foot-5, with a thin build, who was wearing a grey hoodie and dark pants. Read More No further details were immediately available. The investigation is 'ongoing,' police said. Anyone with information regarding this deadly stabbing is urged to call the Homicide Unit at 416-808-7400 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). cdoucette@ @sundoucette Sunshine Girls Sunshine Girls Columnists Toronto Maple Leafs NHL
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Yahoo
Suspect missing after deadly shooting, standoff in Cleveland
CLEVELAND (WJW) – Cleveland police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Monday morning on the city's east side. Officers responded to reports of gunfire around 1 a.m. in the 10000 block of Parkgate Avenue. Man killed, 5 hurt in Cleveland overnight shooting Upon arrival, they found a male victim, believed to be about 23 years old, suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. Preliminary information indicated that the suspect may have fled into a nearby residence. The Cleveland Division of Police SWAT Unit was called to the scene and cleared the home, but no suspect was located inside. Lottery ticket sold at local Walmart hits top prize The Cleveland Division of Police Homicide Unit is leading the investigation. No arrests have been made, and the victim's identity has not been released pending family notification. Anyone with information is urged to contact Cleveland police. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CTV News
4 days ago
- CTV News
Teen arrested in Niagara Falls in connection with Montreal homicide
An SPVM police vehicle is seen in Montreal, Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024. (Christinne Muschi/The Canadian Press) Montreal police (SPVM) say they have arrested a 17-year-old in Niagara Falls, Ont. in connection with the death of a teenager in Montreal last April. The teen was arrested on June 5 and was charged with manslaughter in Quebec's youth court. A 16-year-old boy was killed in the Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce borough on April 15 after being stabbed in the upper body. At the time, police said the suspect fled on foot before officers arrived at the scene. In May, a Canada-wide arrest warrant was issued, and police located the suspect in the Niagara Falls area. They were brought back to Montreal with the help of the Niagara Regional Police Service Homicide Unit and the RCMP.
