Missing man found after Oshawa house fire that injured 3
Posted January 21, 2026 11:37 am.
Last Updated January 22, 2026 10:21 am.
A 30-year-old man who fled a home during a residential fire in Oshawa on Tuesday and was reported missing has been found.
Police in Durham Region say the man was last spotted in the area of Bloor Street East and Merritt Street on Jan. 20, shortly before a fire broke out inside a multi‑unit residence.
During a media briefing on Tuesday, DRPS Const. Nicholas Gluckstein confirmed that three adult men were taken to the hospital and treated for minor smoke‑inhalation injuries.
Police say the house contained several separate living units. Each of the injured men lived in different parts of the home, and three additional residents escaped unharmed. Fire crews have not yet determined the cause of the blaze, and police say it is too early to confirm whether the fire is considered suspicious.
At the time, police said they had no indication where the missing man may have gone after leaving the scene and were concerned for his well-being.
In an update on Thursday morning, police the man had been located safe and sound but did not provide any further details.
