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Newmarket man facing first-degree murder charge in death of wife

Scott Stevens faces first-degree murder charges in the death of his wife, marking Durham's fifth homicide this year, police said.

  • Durham regional police charged 64-year-old Scott Stevens with first-degree murder after police found his wife dead on September 16 in Newcastle.
  • Around 9:10 a.m., police responded to a call in the Newcastle area and found 62-year-old Marilyn Stevens showing clear signs of trauma.
  • Scott Stevens was arrested Friday without incident and held for a bail hearing while homicide detectives took over the investigation as the fifth homicide in Durham this year.
  • Durham police classified the case as intimate partner violence and emphasized the importance of uniting as a community to assist individuals impacted by domestic abuse.
  • This case highlights ongoing concerns about domestic violence and encourages efforts to create safer environments within the community.
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Newmarket man facing first-degree murder charge in death of wife

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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Saturday, September 27, 2025.
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