Durham Regional Police – Homicide Investigation After Elderly Female Dies in Whitby

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The Durham Regional Police Homicide Unit investigating the death of a 94-year-old female in Whitby.

 

On Wednesday, January 17, 2024, members from the homicide unit were contacted by the coroner’s office after a 94-year-old female died in hospital.  Homicide investigators were able to determine that the female victim was involved in an incident with another elderly resident at a long-term care home located at 80 Glen Hill Drive in Whitby.  The incident caused the victim to fall to the ground.  She was transported to hospital where she has since succumbed to her injuries.

 

Investigators are in the process of consulting with the Crown Attorney’s office to determine if charges will be laid.

 

Anyone with new information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst Stuart of the Durham Regional Police Major Crime Unit – Homicide at 905-579-1520 x 5412.

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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