Peterborough Police Service's 19th Annual CopShop Gives 23 Kids a Holiday Shopping Spree at Lansdowne Place

There were 23 kids who got to do holiday shopping with Peterborough Police Services during the 19th annual CopShop at Lansdowne Place on Thursday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The children enjoyed a limo ride from school and were partnered with a Peterborough Police Officer.

The officers will serve as personal shoppers for the kids and each will receive a $200 Gift Card to shop around. The young shoppers also received a Peterborough Petes goodie bag and winter boots donated from Sign-a-fied.

“CopShop is an event so many of our officers and civilian members look forward to each year,” said Detective Constable Mike Peckham of the Peterborough Police Service. “This year, we have about two dozen officers plus civilian members volunteering their time to build positive relationships and spend time with young people from the community in a fun way.”

“CopShop is our favourite day of the year,” says Helen Edwards, Lansdowne Place general manager. '“It’s magical to see the joy on the children’s faces as they shop and share in the holiday spirit. This event brings holiday cheer to our Centre and creates memories that last a lifetime.”

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Young Teen Charged With Stunt Driving After Going 122 Km/H In 60 Zone

A 17-year-old male driver is facing a stunt driving charge after going 122km/hr in a 60 km/hr zone on Wednesday morning.

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At roughly 10:15 a.m., an officer on general patrol in the area of Water Street and Carnegie Avenue clocked the vehicle speeding.

The officer conducted a traffic stop on the teen.

He was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

• Stunt Driving

• Speeding

• Failure to surrender driver’s license

The driver was issued a 30-day license suspension and a 14-day vehicle impoundment.

The driver is scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 23.

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Clarington Councillor Arrested and Charged With Uttering Threats

41-year-old Corinna Traill of Clarington is facing two charges after a three-month investigation by the Peterborough Police Service.

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In early September, Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) asked the Peterborough Police Service to investigate a Clarington councillor, a former DRPS police officer and a current DRPS member.

The investigation concerned communications made to a potential mayoral candidate for the Municipality of Clarington.

Traill of Clarington was arrested on Wednesday, and charged with:

• Utter Threats x2

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 13.

Police are not releasing any further information as the matter is currently before the courts.

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Peterborough Police Seeking Break-and-Enter Suspect Attempting to Access a Downtown Restaurant

The Peterborough Police Service is asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual attempting to break into a downtown restaurant last week.  

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A second individual is watching the suspect and is currently considered a person of interest.

At roughly 2 p.m. last Tuesday, a business owner called police about an incident that occurred around noon, when banging was heard at a side door.  A damaged lock on the door was noticed when the business owner had a moment to investigate a few hours later. The business owner called the police and was directed to online reporting. Officers with the Community F.I.R.S.T. Unit followed up with the business owner on Monday and obtained video that a witness had filmed as the incident was happening. 

The suspect is described as:

• Male

• White

• Wearing a black jacket, black pants, and winter hat with side flaps

The person of interest was described as:

• Female

• White

• Dark hair

• Wearing red hooded sweater, black hooded sweater, black vest, dark vest

The pair had two black backpacks.

At the time of this incident, there was a Peterborough Police Service cruiser in the vicinity. The officers connected to that cruiser were attending a serious mental health call for service inside a building. They had not been made aware of the situation as it was unfolding.

Anyone with information is asked to call Peterborough Police at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.

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Peterborough Police Service Seeking Missing Teen Girl Last Seen In South End

UPDATED: 04-12-25 Brooke has been found by Police.

The Peterborough Police Service is looking for the public’s help in locating a missing 13-year-old girl, Brooke.

She was reported missing early Tuesday morning around 1:15 a.m. after not returning home. Brooke was last seen in the area of 572 Crystal Dr. around 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Officers have been searching for her but with no results.

Brooke is described as:

• Female

• Brown hair

• Brown eyes

• Slim build

• Wearing a black coat, white Nike shoes, black leggings, hair down with hoop earrings and her makeup done

Anyone with information is asked to call Peterborough Police at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.

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Peterborough Police Make Four Impaired Driving Arrests Over the Weekend

The Peterborough Police have arrested one women and three men on four separate occasions for impaired driving over the weekend.

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A 48-year-old Peterborough woman is facing an impaired charge after an incident on Friday morning.

At roughly 10:15 am, an officer on general patrol in the Water Street and Parkhill Road area was waved down by a concerned citizen about a possible impaired driver.  The officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop in the area of Wolsely Street and Chemong Road.  Upon speaking with the driver, they noticed signs of impairment.

She was arrested and charged with:

• Operation while impaired – drugs

The accused was issued an automatic 90-day license suspension and a seven-day vehicle impoundment.

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 6.

A 24-year-old Lakefield man is facing an impaired charge after an incident on Friday evening.

At approximately 9 p.m., officers on general patrol were approached by a concerned citizen who spotted a man asleep at the wheel in a parking lot. Officers went and checked on the man, noticing signs of impairment and drug paraphernalia.

The man was arrested and charged with:

• Operation while impaired – drugs

The accused was issued an automatic 90-day license suspension and a seven-day vehicle impoundment.

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 6.

An 18-year-old Burlington man is facing an impaired charge after an incident early Saturday morning. 

At approximately 3:20 a.m., officers were called to Water Street, just north of Parkhill Road, after a rear-end collision involving a possible impaired driver. Upon speaking with the driver, officers noticed signs of impairment.

The man was arrested and charged with:

• Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

• Young driver - B.A.C. above zero (Highway Traffic Act)

• Novice driver - B.A.C. above zero (Highway Traffic Act)

• Careless driving (Highway Traffic Act)

The accused was issued an automatic 90-day license suspension and seven-day vehicle impoundment. 

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 6.

A 35-year-old Peterborough man is facing an impaired charge after an incident Saturday evening.

At approximately 8:30 p.m., officers were called to the parking lot of a plaza on Lansdowne Street East and Willowcreek Boulevard by a concerned citizen about a possible impaired driver.  Upon arrival, officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop, noticing signs of impairment with the driver.

The man was arrested and charged with:

• Operation while impaired – drugs

The accused was issued an automatic 90-day license suspension and a seven-day vehicle impoundment.

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 6.

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Peterborough Police Launch Investigation of Stolen Vehicles Occurring Thursday Morning

The Peterborough Police Service Street Crime Unit is investigating after three vehicles were stolen and three attempted car thefts occurred early Thursday morning.

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The incidents occurred in the early morning hours, with several victims reporting activity between 4 and 4:30 a.m. Five of the vehicles were Toyota Tundra model years 2022 and 2024 and one was a 2025 Lexus. 

The vehicles were taken or attempted to be taken from several different locations, mainly in the west and south end of the city as reported by Peterborough Police. In two cases, tracking devices were ripped from the vehicles and found in other neighbourhoods.

Police say there was a series of similar thefts this past spring and the focus continues to be on Toyota vehicles, mainly trucks, larger and luxury SUVs. Peterborough Police asks residents with these vehicles to be extra vigilant.

Consider taking the following precautions:

• parking another vehicle in front of the vehicle or in your garage, if possible, to make it difficult for thieves to drive off

• if your vehicle comes with a tracking system, please make sure it is installed and activated

• using a theft deterrent device

• if you spot any suspicious activity in your neighbourhood, please report it to Peterborough Police at 705-876-1122 x225 or 9-1-1 if it is an emergency or crime in progress.

Anyone with information is asked to call Peterborough Police at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.

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Peterborough Police Seeking Missing Teenager

UPDATED: 27-11-25 The teen has been found, as reported by the Peterborough Police Service.

The Peterborough Police Service is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing 17-year-old Rae Rae, reported missing since Wednesday.

He was last seen in the area of McDonnel St and George St at 9:50 a.m.

Rae Rae is described as:

• Male

• Native

• Brown hair

• Brown eyes

• 5'9''

• 150 lbs.

Anyone with information is asked to call Peterborough Police at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.

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Three Suspects Sought From Two Downtown Business Break-and-Enters

The Peterborough Police Service Street Crime Unit is investigating two break-and-enters at a downtown business and is seeking the public's assistance in identifying three suspects.

On Nov. 4, officers were called to the business on Hunter Street, between George Street and Water Street, regarding a break-and-enter that occurred in the early morning hours. The business had been a victim of a similar incident in October in which a purse was taken.

Several items were taken in the second incident including:

• Grey Purse (Kate Spade)

• Wristlet Bag (Coach)

• Size 12 sneakers red and white (Jordans)

• Size 12 sneaker (Nike)

The suspects are described as:

Suspect #1

• Male

• Shaven

• Grey track pants

• Beige Bench sweater

• Black shoes with white soles

Suspect #2

• Male

• Red, white, and black plaid coat

• Brown sweater with hood up

• Black pants

• Grey running shoes with white soles

Suspect #3

• Male

• Black jacket

• Black sweatpants

• White shoes

• Walks with a slight hunch in his back

Police say the incident occurred about 10-15 minutes between 5:15 a.m. and 5:45 a.m. on Nov. 4.

Anyone with information is asked to call Peterborough Police at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.

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Corbyville Man Arrested For Impaired Driving After Discovered Being Passed Out In Vehicle

A 40-year-old Corbyville man is facing impaired charges after an incident on Monday afternoon, when he was found passed out in a vehicle.

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At roughly 1:15 p.m., officers were called to the intersection of Water Street and Nassau Mills Road about a driver passed out at the wheel of a truck and blocking traffic in the northbound lane. They noticed signs of impairment with the driver.

He was arrested and charged with:

• Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs

The accused was issued an automatic 90-day license suspension and a seven-day vehicle impoundment.

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 6.

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