Durham Regional Police have arrested a 16-year-old male for the third time in recent weeks, this time in connection with a violent double stabbing that occurred near an Oshawa high school. The incident has ignited serious concerns about the juvenile justice system and bail protocols in Canada.
Violent Stabbing Near School Grounds
The alarming event unfolded around 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 25, 2025, in the area of Coldstream Drive and Harmony Road, close to Maxwell Heights Secondary School. According to police reports, two students, aged 14 and 16, sustained stab wounds and were promptly transported to a local hospital. Authorities have confirmed that their injuries were non-life-threatening and emphasized that the assault did not take place on school property.
Investigators located and apprehended the suspect without incident during the execution of a search warrant at a residence the following day, Friday.
A History of Prior Arrests and Releases
This arrest marks the third time the same youth has been taken into custody within a short period. Police disclosed that the teen was first arrested several weeks ago for a separate violent offence involving a weapon. Following that arrest, he was held for a bail hearing and subsequently released under strict conditions, which included house arrest.
Shockingly, within a week of his initial release, the youth was arrested again for breaching his bail conditions. He was released a second time under similar terms before allegedly committing the most recent offences.
New Charges and Systemic Concerns
The 16-year-old now faces a series of serious charges, including:
- Two counts of aggravated assault
- Robbery
- Possession of weapons dangerous to the public peace
- Failing to comply with a release order
He was held for a bail hearing. Under the provisions of the Criminal Youth Justice Act, the identity of the accused cannot be made public.
This case has brought the effectiveness of the bail system into sharp focus. Police officials stated that the pattern of breaches and escalating violence highlights ongoing challenges within the justice system. The timing is notable, as the provincial government announced just one day prior that it intends to table legislation requiring individuals accused of crimes to provide a cash security deposit upfront when granted bail, rather than paying later if they violate their conditions.
