Male Arrested at Toronto Airport for Domestic Related Charges

A male suspect was arrested Tuesday evening upon returning to Canada.

On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at approximately 8:20 p.m., members of West Division attended Lester B. Pearson International Airport to execute an arrest warrant for a male in the custody of Canada Border Services Agency. The suspect had left the country for a brief period of time and over a two-day period, sent more than 200 text messages to the victim. Additionally, the victim reported a series of assaults that occurred throughout their relationship. An arrest warrant was sought by members of the DRPS Intimate Partner Violence Unit.

A 43-year-old male from Pickering is charged with: Assault x4 and Criminal Harassment.

He was held for a bail hearing.

The male’s name is being withheld to protect the identity of the victim.

Intimate partner violence (IPV) can take many forms, impacting individuals in various ways. It includes not just physical harm but also emotional abuse, verbal insults, manipulation, financial control, and isolation from friends and family.

Recognizing these signs is crucial. If you or someone you know is experiencing any type of IPV, it’s important to seek help. Resources are available, and you are not alone in this struggle. 

If you or someone you know is a victim of Intimate Partner Violence, please call 905-579-1520.

If you need support but aren't ready to contact the police, you can reach out to Victim Services of Durham Region for confidential assistance and resources. https://www.victimservicesdurham.ca/contact

For information and resources available please visit:

https://www.drps.ca/community-safety-and-support/intimate-partner-violence/

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 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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