Durham Regional Police Central East Division – Oshawa, ON

Policing the Heart of Durham Region

The Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) Central East Division is located at 77 Centre Street North in downtown Oshawa. This division is the busiest within the region, responsible for policing the City of Oshawa. The facility serves as a base for uniformed patrol officers, criminal investigations, and community response units dedicated to maintaining law and order in a diverse urban environment. The station provides 24/7 emergency response coverage and serves as a key point of contact for residents seeking police assistance 🚓.

Public Services and Reporting

The front desk at Central East Division is open to the public to handle various non-emergency police matters. Services available include:

• General Inquiries: Assistance with police-related questions and direction to appropriate resources.
• Incident Reporting: Filing reports for crimes that do not require immediate emergency dispatch (e.g., theft, mischief).
• Document Drop-off: Accepting requested documents for ongoing investigations.

Important Limitations

Residents should be aware that collision reporting for minor accidents (where the vehicle is drivable) is typically handled at the Collision Reporting Centre in Whitby, not at this station. Additionally, Police Record Checks are best applied for online to ensure faster processing, although information can be obtained on-site. The division focuses on community safety through proactive initiatives like traffic enforcement and the patrol of high-priority areas including the downtown core and university districts.