Homicide In Strathroy
Source: OPP
Date: Wed Jul 2 06:31:49 MST 2025
On Friday, June 27, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., SCPS responded to a medical emergency on Ashby Crescent. Upon police arrival, officers located an individual with apparent stab wounds outside of a residence.
Despite life-saving efforts by first responders, Endy MONIZ, 27 years old of Strathroy, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
As a result of the investigation, Joel PERALTA DEL VALLE, 27 years old of Strathroy, is charged with first degree murder, contrary to section 235 (1) of the Criminal Code.
The accused remains in police custody.
There is no threat to public safety.
The investigation remains ongoing by the SCPS under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact SCPS Criminal Investigation Division at 519-245-1250. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.