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Peterborough Police Outfitted Traffic SUV With Automated Licence Plate Recognition System
/The Peterborough Police Service’s Traffic Management Unit just unveiled its newest crime prevention and proactive policing program: The Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system.
Three cameras installed on traffic SUV's roof
HOW IT WORKS...
-> Using infrared technology, the ALPR system—consisting of three sophisticated cameras installed to the roof of a Traffic Unit SUV (see pictures)—scans licence plates at a rate of three plates per second.
-> The system looks for violations including but not limited to expired validation stickers, stolen licence plates and suspended and unlicensed drivers.
-> The ALPR works in conjunction with the new in-car tablets which also contributes to the officers’ efficiency.
Traffic Sergeant Jeff Chartier and Traffic Constable Cameron Kenny demonstrate the technology
Traffic Sergeant Jeff Chartier says that the camera system reads licence plates and compares the plates to a known list that is downloaded daily. This includes information regarding stolen plates, unattached plates, prohibited and suspended drivers.
The system also allows for officers to input licence plate information for various alerts, including AMBER alerts where time is of the essence.
Traffic Constable Cameron Kenny demonstrates the new technology
Police say the system is not replacing officer interaction with the public and that traffic officers are still very much required for interaction and action with the public. If a plate scans a suspended driver, the officer will still have to speak with the driver as it may be another person, other than the registered owner of the vehicle, driving that vehicle.
The ALPR system allows officers to multitask and conduct other traffic enforcement initiatives, such as speed enforcement, while the ALPR system is running in the background.
“The new system increases officer efficiency, officer safety and road safety,” Traffic Sergeant Chartier says. “This system is all about road safety, crime prevention, investigation and proactive policing.”
The Peterborough Police Service has the one traffic SUV (pictured) outfitted with the ALPR technology with the hope of expanding to additional vehicles in the future. The funding for the ALPR system was provided by the Ministry of Attorney General via a Civil Remedies for Illicit Activities grant.
—guest post by Lauren Gilchrist, Peterborough Police
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Halloween Safety Tips For Kids
/Peterborough Police want everyone to have a fun and safe Halloween! Please share these safety tips from them with children and young adults who will be trick-or-treating...
SAFETY TIPS
· Visit only houses with the lights on
· Use face paint or makeup instead of a mask
· Never take shortcuts through backyards, parks or laneways
· Obey all traffic signs
· Trick-or-Treat in a group; it’s safer and more fun!
· Stay away from lit pumpkins
· Don’t eat any treats unless they are first checked by a parent or responsible adult
· Carry a glow stick or flashlight
· Stay alert and be aware of what is going on around you
· Obey all traffic signs
· Trick-or-Treat in a group; it’s safer and more fun!
· Always walk on the sidewalk and not on the street
· Watch out for cars. It can be difficult for driver’s to see you when it’s dark
***Please note*** In an effort to help keep children safe on Halloween night, Cogeco employees will be out in their branded white vans patrolling the streets on Saturday, October 31st from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the areas where children are Trick or Treating. Cogeco is encouraging parents and children to approach one of these Cogeco vans if at any point they think they are in need of assistance.
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Share: Look At This Peer To Peer Safety App Called Companion For Students
/A free peer-to-peer safety app called Companion is getting a lot shares on social media around the world, and in Peterborough.
Image via Companion YouTube video
Companion—which was created by five students from the University of Michigan—allows users to request a friend or family member to keep them company and virtually track their journey home on GPS.
Image via YouTube companion video
This personal safety mobile app is perfect for high school, university and college students—and anyone wanting to make sure a loved one gets home safe. Watch the video below to learn more about how it works...
Please share on your social media channels.
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Lansdowne Place Receives 3 Reports Of Dogs Being Left In Cars
/Police, the Humane Society and the media—including us—have been sending out constant messages to not leave your pets in hot cars. Because your pet could die. Unfortunately, not everyone seems to be getting the message.
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We received this email below from Helen Edwards, Marketing Director, at Lansdowne Place Mall, today (September 4th):
"We need your help! This morning we have had 3 reports of dogs being left in cars in our parking lot, and while thankfully each one has been resolved without serious damage to the pet, we are concerned that this may be happening in other places without the same positive outcome.
Our Security Team believes that right now we may be dealing with people from out of town who in an effort to run a few errands before they make it to their destination are leaving their pets in the car.
If possible, can you please help us spread the word throughout the region in whatever outlet you have at your disposal? It is my hope that collectively we can potentially help save some loving pets from being permanently damaged."
Great reminder to everyone Helen!
Here is what to do if you see a pet in a hot car.
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Read More19 Back To School Safety Tips For Students, Families & Motorists
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Read MoreYour Child Can Learn About Taking School Bus At Lansdowne Place First Rider Sessions
/This is a great opportunity for parents to get their young kids onto a bus before the first day of school so they know what's happening and aren't caught off guard!
There are "First Rider" sessions at Lansdowne Place Centre Court (near the escalators) taking place Friday, August 28th and Saturday, August 29th.
"First Rider" allows students—and their parents—to become familiar with the bus riding experience (and important safety rules) in advance of the new school year through this unique hands-on free event.
Registration is not required for these sessions, and the Dates & Times are as follows:
Friday, August 28th > ongoing sessions from 3 pm to 6 pm
Saturday, August 29th -> ongoing sessions from 9 am to 1 pm
**Please spread the word on your social media channels to parents about these sessions.
—By Aaron Elliott
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UPDATE: 14 Year Old Male Arrested For Threats Made To Area High Schools
/UPDATE: An arrest has been made. Here's the release from police...
On Thursday, April 2nd, the Peterborough Police Service received information from the community which led to the arrest of a 14 year old male for the threat to Crestwood Secondary School, Adam Scott High School and a blanket threat received on April 1 directed at Peterborough high schools.
The male has been charged with:
• Mischief X3
• Utter Threats X3
• False Messages X3
The male was held in custody and will appear in court later today (April 2). Under the Youth Criminal Justice Act the name of a young offender cannot be released.
The Peterborough Police would like to thank the OPP, the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board and the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board for their assistance and support during this investigation. We would also like to thank the public for their assistance and support.
The Peterborough Police would like to remind the public that making false accusations that interrupts or interferes with the lawful use or enjoyment of property is a criminal offence and the police service will exhaust all avenues to identify these parties and make our community the safest place we can.
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ORIGINAL POST below...
According to a special new police release, the Peterborough Police Service and the Peterborough County OPP continue to jointly investigate threats made to local secondary schools that first began on Tuesday.
Both police services are working closely and co-operatively with both the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board and the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board in ensuring the safety of staff, students and our community.
**Both the Peterborough Police Service and the Peterborough County OPP have additional officers stationed at area high schools today (April 2) as an added safety measure.
Police want to reassure parents, students and our community that our schools are safe places and all necessary safety precautions are in place.
The joint investigation is ongoing at this time.
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