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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
Family issues statement following shocking killing of elderly Pickering woman
The family of an 83-year-old woman killed during a shocking stabbing attack last week in Pickering is expressing their 'gratitude' for the community's 'outpouring of love and support.' In a statement released by Durham Regional Police on Tuesday, the family of Eleanor Doney also thanked first responders. 'We want to express our gratitude to the community for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time,' the family said. 'We especially want to thank the first responders for all of their efforts. We take comfort in the fact that she was a woman of strong Christian faith.' Last Thursday, police said a passerby found Doney on the ground outside a residence midafternoon near Lynn Heights Dr. and Fairport Rd., in the Whites Rd. and Finch Ave. area, suffering from traumatic injuries. She was transported to a Toronto-area trauma centre where she was pronounced dead. Following an extensive search, police said a 14-year-old boy from Pickering was arrested hours later. On Friday, the teen was charged with first-degree murder. He cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. It is Durham Region's second homicide of 2025. Police say they are also reminding the public to not share any identifying information or photos about the alleged young offender as it is a criminal offence. 'We are asking you to instead turn those videos over to police and use the social media space as a place to remember Eleanor,' police said. Cops say investigators are appealing to anyone who may have information about this incident, no matter how insignificant it is, to come forward. Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Barrette at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5412 or Det. Cst. Hilliard from the Homicide Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5413. Elderly woman allegedly slain by teen mourned in Pickering neighbourhood WARMINGTON: Security video shows allegedly armed teen appearing to look for a victim 'Sweet' elderly woman's random stabbing death 'an absolute shock' for Pickering
Vancouver Sun
6 days ago
- General
- Vancouver Sun
New details emerge about the elderly woman randomly stabbed in Pickering
The identity of the woman who was fatally stabbed in Pickering , Ontario, by a 14-year-old suspect was revealed by the police on Tuesday evening. Durham Regional Police Service identified the victim as 83-year-old Eleanor Doney. The victim is reported to be a retired kindergarten teacher who lived at home near Lynn Heights Drive and Fairport Road with her husband. After watching video footage of the area, police said the woman was outside of her house when a suspect approached her. The 14-year-old allegedly walked toward Doney and began stabbing her multiple times in broad daylight. Police have so far found no connection between the suspect and the victim. There was a brief encounter and then the woman was attacked. She was stabbed 'multiple times,' police said. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Doney was reportedly gardening in the front yard of her home when the incident took place. Suffering traumatic injuries, the 83-year-old was found by a passerby on the ground. She was rushed to a trauma centre in the Toronto-area where she was pronounced dead. The suspect was reportedly seen walking toward Doney's house, a neighbour told CBC. 'It seems like a lot of people have seen him walking around that day, around that time, just because he stood out quite a bit,' said Pickering resident Gabriela Fredericks. She said she couldn't see the stabbing from where she was sitting in her bedroom. Police shared a statement by Doney's family: 'We want to express our gratitude to the community for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time. We especially want to thank the first responders for all of their efforts. We take comfort in the fact that she was a woman of strong Christian faith.' The suspect was taken into custody later that night after an extensive search on May 20 and has been charged with first-degree murder. The identity is being withheld as he can't be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. He is set to appear in court on June 20. My thoughts, prayers, and sympathies go out to the victim and her family. Thank you to @DRPS for their efforts in bringing this to a quick resolution. Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our daily newsletter, Posted, here .
Edmonton Journal
6 days ago
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- Edmonton Journal
New details emerge about the elderly woman randomly stabbed in Pickering
Article content After watching video footage of the area, police said the woman was outside of her house when a suspect approached her. The 14-year-old allegedly walked toward Doney and began stabbing her multiple times in broad daylight. Police have so far found no connection between the suspect and the victim. There was a brief encounter and then the woman was attacked. She was stabbed 'multiple times,' police said. Doney was reportedly gardening in the front yard of her home when the incident took place. Suffering traumatic injuries, the 83-year-old was found by a passerby on the ground. She was rushed to a trauma centre in the Toronto-area where she was pronounced dead. The suspect was reportedly seen walking toward Doney's house, a neighbour told CBC. 'It seems like a lot of people have seen him walking around that day, around that time, just because he stood out quite a bit,' said Pickering resident Gabriela Fredericks. She said she couldn't see the stabbing from where she was sitting in her bedroom. Police shared a statement by Doney's family: 'We want to express our gratitude to the community for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time. We especially want to thank the first responders for all of their efforts. We take comfort in the fact that she was a woman of strong Christian faith.' The suspect was taken into custody later that night after an extensive search on May 20 and has been charged with first-degree murder. The identity is being withheld as he can't be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. He is set to appear in court on June 20.
Hamilton Spectator
6 days ago
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
Police identify 83-year-old woman killed in seemingly random Pickering, Ont., attack
Police have identified the victim of a seemingly random fatal stabbing in Pickering, Ont., last week as an 83-year-old woman. Durham Regional Police say Eleanor Doney died after she was attacked in the area of Lynn Heights Drive and Fairport Road around 3 p.m. on May 29. Police have said she was found by a passerby and taken to a Toronto-area trauma centre where she was pronounced dead. A 14-year-old boy has been charged with first-degree murder in her death. Police have called the incident a 'sadistic and cowardly unprovoked attack.' Doney's family says in a statement issued through police that they are thankful for the support they've received in the aftermath of her death. 'We want to express our gratitude to the community for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time. We especially want to thank the first responders for all of their efforts,' the statement read. 'We take comfort in the fact that she was a woman of strong Christian faith.' Police are asking anyone with information about the case to contact investigators. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 3, 2025. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Winnipeg Free Press
03-06-2025
- General
- Winnipeg Free Press
Police identify 83-year-old woman killed in seemingly random Pickering, Ont., attack
Police have identified the victim of a seemingly random fatal stabbing in Pickering, Ont., last week as an 83-year-old woman. Durham Regional Police say Eleanor Doney died after she was attacked in the area of Lynn Heights Drive and Fairport Road around 3 p.m. on May 29. Police have said she was found by a passerby and taken to a Toronto-area trauma centre where she was pronounced dead. A 14-year-old boy has been charged with first-degree murder in her death. Police have called the incident a 'sadistic and cowardly unprovoked attack.' Doney's family says in a statement issued through police that they are thankful for the support they've received in the aftermath of her death. 'We want to express our gratitude to the community for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time. We especially want to thank the first responders for all of their efforts,' the statement read. 'We take comfort in the fact that she was a woman of strong Christian faith.' Police are asking anyone with information about the case to contact investigators. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 3, 2025.
