The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a police-involved shooting today in Oshawa.
Preliminary information suggests the following:
- At approximately 11 a.m. on January 18, 2026, Durham Regional Police Service attended a residence on Cedar Street in Oshawa for a mental health call.
- Soon after arriving, officers encountered a 27-year-old man who was armed with a knife.
- There was an interaction, and one officer discharged their firearm multiple times. The man was struck as was a police officer.
- Both individuals were transported to hospital for treatment. They are both in stable condition.
At this time, it does not appear that the man had a firearm.
Five investigators and two forensic investigators have been assigned to the case.
The SIU is urging anyone who may have information about this investigation, including video or photos, to contact the lead investigator at 1-800-787-8529 or online at:
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