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Markham Resident Charged After Traffic Stop in Port Perry

Justin Barber

24 Mar 2025

On March 21, 2025, a 36-year-old male from Markham was arrested in Port Perry, Ontario. Officers from the North Division Community Response Team conducted a proactive patrol that led to a traffic stop at Island Road and The Mississaugas Trail. During the stop, officers observed drugs and drug paraphernalia, prompting the arrest of the driver.

A subsequent search of the vehicle revealed a shotgun and additional drugs. Eric Young faces charges, including possession of a firearm without a license, possession of Schedule I substances for the purpose of trafficking (cocaine and fentanyl), possession of a firearm with a tampered serial number, and disobeying a court order, as per the Durham Region Police Service.

He is currently held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Police Seek Information on Suspect in Whitby Robbery

Durham Region Police Service is seeking public assistance to identify a male suspect involved in a street-level robbery in Whitby. According to police, the suspect approached an elderly individual with a knife and demanded money. The incident occurred in Whitby, which is within the Durham Region policing area. Police have

Milton Man Charged in $46,000 Lumber Fraud Case

A Milton man has been arrested in connection with a fraud case involving lumber products valued at more than $46,000. The investigation, carried out by the Financial Crimes Unit, led to the arrest, according to statements from police authorities. The fraud was centered around lumber transactions and resulted in

Temporary Closure of Bowmanville Valley Trail Extension at CN Rail Overpass

The Bowmanville Valley Trail Extension will experience a temporary closure at the CN Rail overpass starting Wednesday, March 26, due to routine maintenance by CN Rail. The closure is anticipated to last five days, although adverse weather conditions may extend this period. Residents are advised to plan for alternate routes

Local Fox Family Prompts Safety Advisory in Courtice

The residents of Courtice are being advised to maintain distance from a fox family that has taken up residence in the area. This advice comes from Clarington’s Animal Services Division, which has issued guidelines to ensure both community safety and wildlife protection. The fox family, consisting of a mother

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Police Seek Information on Suspect in Whitby Robbery

Milton Man Charged in $46,000 Lumber Fraud Case

Temporary Closure of Bowmanville Valley Trail Extension at CN Rail Overpass

Local Fox Family Prompts Safety Advisory in Courtice