Peterborough Police Service Issue Warnings After Increase of Cryptocurrency Scams

The Peterborough Police Service has warned residents to be aware of cryptocurrency scams after increased reports. 

Last year, victim losses from cryptocurrency-based fraud reported to the Peterborough Police Service were over $550,000.00.

These frauds come in various forms but investment scams are becoming increasingly prevalent according to the police.

These frauds typically begin with an advertisement on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube. They make it appear that a public figure or celebrity is promoting a crypto-currency trading platform.

The victims are then directed to an official-looking website where they provide their contact information. They are then contacted by a ‘representative’ of the company who walks them through setting up an account. The victim is directed to fund the account in Bitcoin or other crypto-currency. The victim is then shown that their trading account appears to be doing very well and is encouraged to transfer more crypto-currency.

When the victim attempts to withdraw funds, they are locked out of their account and the company representatives stop communicating.

Be mindful of the following when dealing with crypto-currency:

• If something appears too good to be true it probably is

• Unlike frauds involving bank transfers crypto-currency frauds are extremely difficult to trace to determine who has the victim’s funds

• Be wary of investment advice from an unknown online company

• Be mindful that anything you see online can be faked

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Former Peterborough Pete Suspended Indefinitely From OHL For Undisclosed Reasons; Durham Police Investigating Matter

Former Peterborough Pete Connor Lockhart has been indefinitely suspended by the Oshawa Generals and the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) after the forward is being placed under investigation by the Durham Regional Police Service, announced on Wednesday evening.

Lockhart was originally selected by the Erie Otters in the first round, third overall, in the 2019 OHL Priority Selection. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

Lockhart was placed under investigation as both the Generals and OHL were made aware of the situation on Tuesday. The details of the investigation have not been disclosed to the public at this time.

The OHL released a statement regarding Lockhart’s suspension:

“He has been indefinitely suspended by the team and the League until the matter is resolved. This follows the team and League suspending Lockhart following a League and team Code of Conduct matter. Given that the matter is now under police investigation, the team and League will have no further comment at this time.”

Lockhardt was acquired by the Peterborough Petes on Aug. 8, 2022, from the Erie Otters for Sam Alfano, a 2025 third-round pick (originally from Hamilton) and a 2026 second-round pick.

In 73 games spanning under two seasons with the Petes, he had 30 goals and 56 assists for 86 points during the regular season. He won an OHL Championship with the Petes with seven goals and nine assists in 23 games. He scored twice in the 2023 Memorial Cup and added an assist for three points in five games.

The Petes dealt Lockhart to the Oshawa Generals for a 2025 third-round pick (originally from London) and Oshawa’s 2027 fifth-round pick in 2027 on Nov. 3.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Peterborough Man Arrested After Allegedly Punching His Partner In the Face

A 60-year-old Peterborough man is facing several charges after allegedly punching his partner on Monday afternoon.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 3:15 p.m., a McDonnel Street and Bethune Street-area residence was reported with a disturbance. Officers learned that a verbal argument between a man and a woman had escalated with the latter being allegedly punched in the face and verbally threatened. She did not require medical attention.

The man was arrested and charged with:

• Assault - Spousal

• Uttering Threats - Cause death or Bodily Harm-Spousal

• Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused is currently bound by a probation order with several conditions including not having any contact with the woman.

The accused is being held in custody and will appear in court on Tuesday.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Male Suspect Brandished a Knife To Rob Downtown Peterborough Business On Saturday Afternoon

The Peterborough Police Service is investigating after a robbery at a store in Downtown Peterborough on Saturday afternoon.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 3:15 p.m., officers were called to a business near George Street and Brock Street. Police learned that a man had entered the store, brandished a knife at the store employee and demanded cash before taking off on foot with some money. 

No one was injuries were reported. Officers checked the area but no suspects were located.

The suspect was described to police as:

• white male

• thin build

• approximately 6’0"

• blue jacket with hood up

• reflectors on the sleeves and shoulders 

• red shirt seen under the blue jacket from the back

• blue jeans

• grey shoes

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

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Peterborough Man Arrested On Drug and Stolen Property Charges

A 38-year-old Peterborough man is facing multiple charges, including theft from a January incident and drug possession after an investigation Thursday afternoon.

Photo courtesy of Peterborough Police Service.

At roughly 3:30 p.m., officers with the Community F.I.R.S.T team engaged in a conversation with a man acting suspiciously in the Maude Street and Princess Street area.

During the conversation, the male provided false information to officers and it was further determined that the property and cart had been taken from a nearby business. When the officers attempted to take the man into custody, he tried to flee but was stopped and placed under arrest. Officers located a pair of brass knuckles and a small amount of drugs during a search.

Officers learned that the man was wanted in connection with a theft incident at a local business in early January. 

As a result, the man was charged with:

• Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

• Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 X2

• Obstruct Peace Officer

• Resist Peace Officer

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Other Drugs (crack cocaine)

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance - Methamphetamine

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 27.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Repeat Sex Offender At Large After Fleeing From Residence After a Search Warrant; Peterborough Police Issue Public Safety Alert

The Peterborough Police Service has issued a public safety alert and is searching for a repeat sexual offender Jason Outhwaite who fled from his residence shortly after a search warrant was conducted there on Thursday.

Photo by David Tuan BUi.

The evidence recovered, as a result of the search warrant, has led Investigators to believe that reasonable and probable grounds exist for charges of possession of child pornography. A warrant for the arrest of the 46-year-old for possession of child pornography has been issued. 

It is believed Outhwaite is operating an older-style white Dodge Ram pick-up truck with Ontario License plate ‘BW88604.’  

Outhwaite is described as:

• 5’9 and 190 lbs.

• Medium build

• Receding black and grey hair and brown eyes

• He is known to wear prescription glasses

Outhwaite has a history of sexual assault and has multiple convictions of sexual offences against children. 

Anyone who has seen Outhwaite or knows his whereabouts is asked to call 911.

Crime Stoppers will also take tips anonymously at Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Three Mini Track Loaders Stolen From Business; Police Investigating Incident and Seeking Information From the Public

The Peterborough Police Service is investigating after three mini track loaders were stolen from a business over the weekend. 

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Police Service.

Officers were made aware of the theft on Monday which is believed to have happened in the area of the North Monaghan Parkway and Elmdale Road on Saturday around 6:30 a.m.

The value of the theft is estimated at $165,000.

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

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Two People Arrested With Multiple Charges Including Drug and Unauthorized Weapon Possession

Two Peterborough people in their 30’s are facing several charges after a traffic stop by the Community FIRST team on Monday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 11:30 a.m., officers with the unit were on general patrol in the Brock Street and Aylmer Street area when they spotted a vehicle that was being driven in a suspicious manner. They learned that the rear license plate had been reported stolen several weeks earlier and was different from the plate on the front of the vehicle.

ItPolice also determined that the driver was suspended. Officers also found an open bottle of liquor in the driver’s area of the vehicle. The driver was taken into custody without incident. During a search after arrest, officers located a small amount of methamphetamine and 145 Percocet pills.

As a result, a 33-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged with:

• Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 - in Canada (joint charge with co-accused)

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance - Opioid (other than heroin)

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance - Methamphetamine

• Driving while under suspension (Highway Traffic Act)

• Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor (Liquor Licence and Control Act)

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court Feb. 27.

The 32-year-old female passenger was found to be in possession of an extendable baton and was also charged with:

• Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 - in Canada (joint charge with co-accused)

• Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to be in court Feb. 20, 2024.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Peterborough Man Arrested On Outstanding Warrant For Failing to Attend Court

A 29-year-old Peterborough man wanted on a warrant has been arrested on Thursday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At approximately 9:24 p.m., officers responded to a disturbance call in the areas of King Street and George Street. Officers in the area identified a man who was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to attend court and he was subsequently arrested. The accused failed to attend court on initial charges of:

• Assault with a Weapon

• Theft Under $5000

• Utter Threats to Cause Bodily Harm

• Fail to Comply

• Breach of Probation

• Mischief Under $5000

As a result, the accused is being held in custody for a bail hearing on Friday.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Peterborough Man Arrested On Outstanding Warrant

A 30-year-old Peterborough man wanted on a warrant has been arrested on Wednesday night.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 8:30 p.m., officers spotted a suspicious male in the area of Stewart Street and Townsend Street. It was revealed that the male was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to attend court.

He was arrested and held in custody for a bail hearing on Thursday.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.