Six New Constables Have Been Sworn-In to Peterborough Police Service

Six new constables have been welcomed into the Peterborough Police Service, were officially sworn in and received their badges in a ceremony at Peterborough City Hall on Monday.

(form left to right) Constable Jeremy Avey Constable John Bangay, Constable Christopher Cox, Constable Blake Harris, Constable Daniel Hicks and Constable Dominic Moukarzel are the newest recruits to the PEterborough Police Service. Photo courtesy of Peterborough Police Service.

The following are the newest officers to Peterborough, Lakefield, and Cavan-Monaghan. 

• Constable Jeremy Avey

• Constable John Bangay

• Constable Christopher Cox

• Constable Blake Harris

• Constable Daniel Hicks

• Constable Dominic Moukarzel

The group recently completed basic training at Ontario Police College and was able to have their family and friends attend their ceremony.

“Congratulation to our new recruits, the Peterborough Police Service welcomes you,” said Tim Farquharson, acting chief of police. “We are excited to have you and look forward to you learning and being a part of the Peterborough community.” 

Peterborough Police Services Board Members Drew Merrett and Mayor Jeff Leal were in attendance, welcoming the group to the community and thanking them for their commitment to community service.

These new officers come to the Service from various fields including corrections, security, customer service management, sales, and have volunteer experience with auxiliary units.  They have post-secondary degrees in commerce, sports management, forensics, and police foundations.

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