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Global News
04-05-2025
- Global News
Durham Region police reveal first homicide of 2025, launch probe
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook The Durham Region Police Service's homicide unit is investigating the death of a 47-year-old man in Pickering, Ont., saying it's the region's first homicide of 2025. Durham Region officers said that on April 30, officers from its west division responded to a call for a well-being check in the area of Fairport Road and Third Concession Road. Upon arrival, officers found a man dead inside a vehicle, Durham police said in a brief statement. The Ontario Coroner's Office was notified and attended the scene, which was secured by police. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy A post-mortem examination determined that the man's death was the result of a homicide. Durham Region police identified the victim as Joshua Ibbitson, 47, from Markham, Ont., but provided no further details on the cause of death or how long he may have been dead in the car. Story continues below advertisement Detectives urge anyone with information about Ibbitson's death to come forward, particularly persons who were in the area or may have witnessed suspicious activity on the evening of April 29, or the morning of April 30. Those with any information should contact Durham Region Police Det. Graham of the homicide unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5418.
Toronto Sun
02-05-2025
- Toronto Sun
Death of man in Pickering probed as homicide: Cops
A Durham Regional Police vehicle. Photo by Veronica Henri/Files / Toronto Sun The death of a 47-year-old man in Pickering earlier this week has now been ruled a homicide. 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 Durham Regional Police say officers responded on Wednesday to a call for a wellness check in the area of Fairport and Third Concession Rds. Police arrived and found a man dead inside of a vehicle. The scene was secured and the Coroner's Officer was notified and attended the scene. A post-mortem examination determined that the man's death, which was originally deemed suspicious, was a homicide. The victim has been identified as Joshua Ibbitson, of Markham. Read More The Homicide Unit has taken over the investigation. Anyone who was in the area or might have witnessed suspicious activity between the evening of April 29 and the morning of April 30 is asked to call police at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5418, or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at RECOMMENDED VIDEO Toronto Maple Leafs Toronto & GTA Editorial Cartoons Toronto & GTA Hockey
