Male Killed after Being Shot in Oshawa
A 29-year-old male is the 11th homicide victim of 2024 in Durham Region.
On Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m., members of East Division responded to reports of an armed person at 1040 Cedar Street in Oshawa. Officers arrived on scene and located a male shot inside the building, he was pronounced deceased on scene.
The victim has been identified as 29-year-old Dennis Binda of Oshawa.
Police are continuing to canvass the area and are asking for anyone with information or video footage, including dashcam and home surveillance, to please contact police.
At this time this incident appears to be isolated and there is no risk to public safety.
Anyone with new information about this investigation is asked to contact Det. Mackinnon of the Homicide Unit at 1-888-579-1520 x 5411.
Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.