Two Individuals Charged Following Oshawa Stabbing Incident
On October 7, 2024, at approximately 10:50 a.m., police responded to a call regarding an armed individual in Oshawa, near Bond Street East and Simcoe Street North. Two males were involved in a physical altercation, resulting in one being stabbed. Both individuals were taken into custody without incident. The first male, who sustained minor injuries, was transported to a local hospital. The second male was unharmed.
Wisam Khalifa, 26, from Whitby, faces charges including assault causing bodily harm, assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon dangerous to the public, robbery, and breach of probation. Skylar Collingham, 33, with no fixed address, is charged with possession of a weapon dangerous to the public and assault with a weapon. Khalifa was held for a bail hearing, while Collingham was released on an undertaking.
The Durham Regional Police Service is seeking any cell phone, dashcam, or surveillance footage related to this incident. Individuals with information are encouraged to contact D/Cst. Dowdle at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2765. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca. Tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.
The charges are based on a police investigation and have not been proven in court.