Armed Carjacking in Oshawa

Police are looking for a male who attempted to carjack a female with a firearm in Oshawa.

On Friday, June 14, 2024, at approximately 5:15 a.m., members of Central East Division responded to an attempted carjacking that occurred in a parking lot in the area of Wentworth Street West and Cedar Street.  The victim was sitting in her parked vehicle when a male approached her driver’s door and started pulling on the handle.  The suspect demanded the victim exit the vehicle while pointing a firearm at her.  The victim was able to quickly drive her vehicle away from the suspect, before contacting police.  The suspect fled the area prior to police arrival.

The victim did not sustain any physical injuries.

The suspect is described as: male, White, 18-25 years-old, and approximately 5’8” tall.  He was wearing a ski mask, with all black clothing. 

Anyone with cellphone, dashcam, surveillance footage or any information about this incident is asked to contact the Robbery Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5355.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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