Peterborough Police Chief Giving Virtual Perspective During Heightened Police Presence On St. Patrick's Day
/With St. Patrick’s Day on Friday, Peterborough Police Chief Stuart Betts is offering the public his virtual perspective on what officers go through on a daily basis.
Peterborough Police Chief Stuart Betts was sworn in on Jan. 9. Photo by Samantha Bianco.
"I know the men and women of our organization work hard every day,” said Betts. “This is an opportunity for me to go out when I know they'll be busy in the community and support them, to see what they do every day but more importantly to bring what we do every day for the citizens here in the city."
Betts is attending calls throughout the evening and Tweeting what he has observed on his first festive occasions since being appointed chief.
Join me online this St. Paddy's evening/night as I hit the streets after hours & take you along (virtually) in @CityPtbo @CavanMonaghan @SelwynTownship to give you a front seat view into the great work @PtboPolice do each and every night! https://t.co/5KDt7jR0hl
— Chief Stu Betts, Peterborough Police Service (@PtboChiefBetts) March 15, 2023
Peterborough Police will have an increased presence in Peterborough, Lakefield and the Township of Cavan-Monaghan. This is to respond to an anticipated increase in calls for service, such as noise or disturbance calls. There will also be RIDE check stops throughout the day and evening.
“We want people to have a good time,” explained Betts. “We're not here to spoil anybody's party but we do want them to do it safely. If they're drinking, obviously they're not driving. That would be my number one recommendation.”
Betts and the Peterborough Police recommend these options to avoid drinking and driving:
Select a designated driver in your group
Arrange a ride ahead of time
Stay overnight if possible
