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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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Police say a 64-year-old Newcastle, Ont., man was arrested and charged with first-degree murder Friday in connection with death of his wife. On Tuesday morning at around 9:10 a.m., Durham regional police responded to a call where they found a woman with obvious signs of trauma. The woman, 62, was pronounced dead. The man was taken into custody without incident Friday, and was held for a bail hearing. Police are asking anyone with information to …
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