Anonymous tip leads police to suspect in fatal Oshawa stabbing
Posted April 5, 2023 12:46 pm.
Last Updated April 5, 2023 12:48 pm.
Police in Durham Region are crediting an anonymous tip with leading them to the suspect in a fatal double stabbing.
Adam Odette, 37, was wanted in the stabbing death of 26-year-old Katie Kainz on March 12, 2023, at a home on Simcoe Street in Oshawa.
A second female was also stabbed, but survived.
Odette’s photo was shared to the public by police, as they tried to track him down.
On Tuesday, April 4, police say they received an anonymous tip from a caller who believed they had seen Odette, who has distinctive tattoos on his face and neck.
Durham police have issued a Canada-wide warrant for an Oshawa man after two women were stabbed, one fatally. Photo: Durham Regional Police
Investigators attended 769 Wilson Rd. N. in Oshawa, where Odette was arrested without incident.
He has since been charged with second-degree murder in Kainz’s death.
“Members of our community remained vigilant and provided valuable tips which assisted in bringing this individual into custody,” police said in a release. “Cooperation from the community has been an integral part of this investigation.”
“The second victim in this tragic incident is still recovering from her injuries. We would like to extend our thoughts and well wishes to her as she continues her recovery.”
