Central West Division
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Official community policing page for Whitby & North Oshawa. This account is not monitored 24/7. Please do not report a crime here. Call 9-1-1 in an emergency.
Whitby/North Oshawa, ON
Joined March 2014
Members of @DRPSOfficial Central West Division rolled up their sleeves and donated blood at @CanadasLifeline to help save lives. Giving blood is one more way we serve our community and support those in need. Thank you to all who joined us in making a difference. #DRPS ^av
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TRAFFIC UPDATE OSHAWA | There are heavy traffic delays in the area of Simcoe Street North and Founders Gate due to the full-time support staff strike at Durham College. Please plan accordingly or find an alternate route.
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Great arrest by the members of Central West Division - B Platoon! ^cb
Update #1 Wanted Male Arrested After Assault in Whitby The 39-year-old male wanted after an assault at a residence in Whitby has been arrested. See full story here: https://t.co/8PTg96gvf9
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Members of DRPS Central West Div @DRPSCWDiv A Platoon attended a community event with Whitby Scouts today.
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If you have seen or heard from RJ, please contact Police immediately.
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CRIME ALERT: Distraction Thefts Targeting Jewelry Since February 2025, police have have seen a concerning trend of "jewelry swap" distraction thefts across Durham Region. How the Thefts Occur: β’ Suspects usually work in pairs or trios, often using a vehicle with both a driver
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25 Years. 700+ Kilometers. One Purpose. π΄ββοΈπΒ This morning, DRPS officers joined fellow services from across Ontario for the 25th Ride to Remember β to coincide with the National Police Memorial Service, the ride honours those who made the ultimate sacrifices #RideToRemember
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FRAUD ALERT | Police want to remind everyone not to give out personal information, credit cards, and PIN codes to anyone over the phone. If they have, to notify their bank and credit cards immediately, then report it to the police. DRPS encourages everyone to speak to their
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Cst. MACKRELL of Central West Division attended Cullen Central Park on September 20th, in partnership with @communitycaredu for an important fundraising opportunity. #mentalhealthawareness
#wellnessprograms
#community
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Police enforcement presence at Rossland Rd W / Country Lane this morning due to complaints of illegal U-turns and intersection safety. Drivers are expected to follow the rules of the road during school drop-off & pick-up. ^pb #DRPS
#Durhamvisionzero
#CommunitySafety
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Monitoring speeds and other traffic infractions due to recent complaints in the area of Simcoe St N / Winchester Rd. ^pb #DRPS
#Roadwatch
#Durhamvisionzero
#Roadwaysafety
#Communitysafety
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Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints attended Central West Division and delivered thank you cards, treat bags, and posters with their handprints on them, advising they were a gesture of appreciation! Thank you from the members of Central West Division! ^cb
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Members of @DRPSCWDiv Community Resource Unit and B Platoon attended Durham College/ UOIT for student orientation day. Officers provided safety tips and met with the new students.
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Please contact police if you have seen this male, or know where he is located.
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Presence, monitoring, & enforcement at high volume intersections this week. Be very cautious when driving and/or walking at busy intersections. Keep yourself and others safe. ^pb #DRPS
#Durhamvisionzero
#CommunitySafety
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Central West Division officers stopped at Vβs lemonade fundraiser today. Officers picked up a delicious drink of lemonade. The fundraiser supports Sick Kids Hospital and is in its 3rd year with a 2024 total of $1950.00 @DRPS
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Members of Central West Division taking in the action today at the Ontario Lacrosse Festival in Whitby! This festival is the largest youth lacrosse event in the world, being played over the span of 10 days and featuring over 400 teams! @DRPS ^cb
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π¨Found property in the area of Pringle Drive and Bradley Drive, Whitby. Likely involved in a vehicle theft overnight. Please contact Central West Division if you are missing property from your vehicle in that area and be prepared to describe the items recovered in detail.
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Members of Central West Criminal Investigations Branch arrested a male for breaching his court-order prohibition order after visiting Heydenshore Park in Whitby. See full story below π ^DM
Male Arrested for Breaching Court-Imposed Prohibition Order A 46-year-old male has been charged with breaching his court-imposed prohibition order after visiting a park in Whitby. See full story here: https://t.co/n0v8B6ybus
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Investigators are looking to identify a suspect after a stabbing at the Pickering GO on Monday. See images below π ^DM
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