A 64-year-old female, identified as Sheila Hercules, has died after being assaulted.
On Sunday, December 1, 2024 at approximately 5:10 a.m., members from Durham West Division responded to reports of a collision on Weyburn Square in Pickering.
Officers arrived on the scene and located a 64-year-old woman suffering from life-threatening injuries.
She was transported to a Toronto area trauma centre where she has been pronounced deceased. Investigators determined that her injuries were caused by an assault, not the collision.
Her 25-year-old son was arrested at the scene and is now facing charges of murder.
No further suspects are outstanding and there is no concern for public safety.
Aidan Hercules, age 25 of Pickering has been charged with Second Degree Murder.
Anyone with cell phone, dashcam, surveillance footage or information about this incident is asked to contact Det. Barrette of the Homicide Unit at 1-888-579-1520 x 5412.
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 cash reward.
