A Durham Regional Police officer and a suspect were both shot during a confrontation in Oshawa on Sunday, according to authorities. The incident, which stemmed from an armed person call, left the officer hospitalized in critical but stable condition.
Officer Hospitalized After Confrontation
Durham police confirmed that the injured officer was transported to a major trauma centre in the Toronto area following the shooting. The officer's condition was described as critical but stable as of Sunday. Details on the suspect's condition were not immediately released by police.
Police Responded to Armed Person Call
The situation began when officers were called to the area of Simcoe Street South and Wentworth Street East in Oshawa for a report of an armed person. In a statement posted on the social media platform X, Durham Regional Police said, "During the interaction, an officer and the suspect were shot."
Earlier on Sunday, police had reported a significant presence in the Simcoe Street South area, just south of Highway 401. The road was closed between Bloor and Erie Streets as the investigation unfolded.
Separate Shooting in Vaughan Under Investigation
In a separate overnight incident in the Greater Toronto Area, York Regional Police are investigating a shooting in Vaughan. Authorities say two masked suspects fired multiple shots at a parked vehicle and smashed its windows at a residence near Madeira Avenue and Genoa Road.
Police reported no injuries from that incident. One suspect is described as heavy-set and was wearing a black hat and a dark coat. The investigation into that shooting is ongoing.
The shooting in Oshawa marks a serious incident for Durham Regional Police, highlighting the risks officers face when responding to calls involving armed individuals. Further updates on the officer's condition and the investigation are expected.
