A male is in custody and one female is in life-threatening condition after a violent Intimate Partner Violence assault at a residence in Clarington.
On Monday, September 1 at about 5:30 am, members from East Division responded to a residence in Clarington for an assist ambulance call. Officers attended and located a female victim suffering from obvious signs of trauma.
The victim was transported to a Toronto-area trauma centre and is currently in life-threatening condition. A male inside the residence was arrested.
A 36-year-old male from Clarington is charged with: Aggravated Assault
He was held for a bail hearing.
The name of the accused has been withheld to protect the identity of the victim.
Intimate Partner Violence
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) can take many forms, including physical, emotional, financial, and psychological abuse. It knows no boundaries and can impact people of all ages, genders, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. This incident serves as a crucial reminder that we must come together as a community to support those affected by domestic violence and work towards creating safer environments for everyone.
If you or anyone you know is a victim of Intimate Partner Violence please reach out for help.
For information and resources available please visit:
https://www.drps.ca/community-safety-and-support/intimate-partner-violence/
Anyone with any new information is asked to contact D/Cst Gomez of the Intimate Partner Violence Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5391
Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.
Tragic, Senseless Harm: Mayor Foster
“We are reeling from the tragic, senseless harm caused by intimate partner violence in our community. I, for one, am deeply shocked, heartbroken and angry,” said Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster.
“No one in Clarington should ever be unsafe in their own home or in their closest relationships. Yet, intimate partner violence is an epidemic that knows no boundaries and touches every part of the community. This is unacceptable and must end now. To those who may be causing harm, please seek help now before your home becomes a dangerous place for those you love. Change is possible, and there are resources to support accountability and healing,” he said.
“Right now, one of our residents is fighting for her life in a Toronto hospital. We are all hoping and praying for her full recovery. Our thoughts are with her and her loved ones during this difficult time. With heavy hearts, our community stands together, united against misogyny, hate, and gender-based violence that hurts us all,” he added.