Arrest Made Following Shooting Incident in Pickering
A male has been arrested following a shooting incident in Pickering. The event occurred on Monday, September 9, 2024, at approximately 6:35 a.m. in the vicinity of Sapphire Drive and Dragonfly Avenue. According to the Durham Regional Police Service, the suspect discharged a firearm at a parked vehicle before fleeing the scene on foot. Police conducted a search of the area and located the suspect, who attempted to evade capture. During the pursuit, the suspect discarded a handgun into a nearby green space. The police subsequently apprehended him, and the handgun was recovered and seized.
No injuries were reported as a result of the shooting. Authorities classified the incident as isolated.
The suspect, identified as 25-year-old Liam Jacob Miller-North from Pickering, faces multiple charges, including:
- Prowl at Night
- Point Firearm
- Possess Firearm No Licence
- Possess Loaded Firearm
- Discharge Firearm
- Mischief Over $5000
The police are seeking any additional information related to the incident. Individuals with cell phone, dashcam, or surveillance footage are encouraged to contact the West Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2529. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca.
This information is based on an ongoing police investigation, and the allegations have yet to be proven in court.
