Peterborough Woman Wanted On Warrants Arrested After Allegedly Spitting On An Officer Twice While Trying to Flee

A 45-year-old Peterborough woman wanted on warrants is facing several charges including allegedly spitting on an officer twice after an incident on Monday afternoon.

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At roughly 4:30 p.m., officers on bike patrol on the trail near McDonnel Street and Reid Street, spotted a woman wanted on warrants for assault, failing to comply with appearance notice, and failing to attend court. 

When the woman saw the police, she started walking away in the creek, attempted to climb a retaining wall and then got back in the creek before she was taken into custody by police according to a police report. 

While being walked to a nearby road, the suspect spat twice at one of the officers and then spat at the other while being placed in the police cruiser. 

The woman was arrested on the warrants and further charged with:

• Assault a peace officer X2

• Fail to comply with probation

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

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19-Year-Old Peterborough Man Wanted On Warrants Arrested On Several Vehicle Charges

A 19-year-old Peterborough man faces vehicle charges involving theft and driving under suspension after an incident on Saturday morning.

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At roughly 9 a.m., officers were called to a residence on Harper Road about a stolen vehicle. Upon arrival, officers learned that the suspect may be in the area of Johnston Drive. Officers checked the area and located the vehicle around Johnston Drive and Carolyn Street. The driver attempted to flee but officers were able to block the suspect in and conducted a gun-point arrest. 

As a result, a 19-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged with:

• Theft of Motor Vehicle

• Driving while under suspension

It was further learned that the accused was also wanted on warrants for theft and possession of property obtained by crime.

The accused was held in custody and appeared in Weekend and Statutory Holiday Court on Sunday.

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 Seize Drugs, Ammo and Cash From Search Warrants and Made Three Arrests

The Peterborough Police Services Emergency Response Team and the Drug Unit conducted two search warrants at residences on Stewart Street and McDonnel Street, seizing multiple items and making three arrests on Thursday.

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Officers were at each scene for approximately one hour and seized:

• 125 grams of Cocaine

• 66 grams of Crystal Meth

• 10 grams of Fentanyl

• 5000 Dilaudid pills

• 750 Hydromorphone pills

• Ammunition and loaded magazines

• Approximately $4,500 Canadian currency

 As a result of this investigation and these search warrants, three people have been arrested.

 A 28-year-old male from Jamaica was charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Dilaudid

 He was held in custody and will be appearing in court Friday.

 A 54-year-old female from Etobicoke was charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

 She was held in custody and will be appearing in court Friday.

 A 40-year-old male from Peterborough was charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Crystal Methamphetamine

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Dilaudid

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Hydromorphone

• Proceeds of crime under $5000

He was released on an Undertaking and is expected to appear in court on May 21.

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One Man and Two Teens Facing Assault Charges After Another Person Was Shot In the Leg

Three people including two teenagers are facing several charges after an incident on Tuesday evening.

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At roughly 7 p.m., officers conducted a well-being check at a residence on Fairbairn Street in Peterborough. 

Upon knocking on the door, a 24-year-old man exited the residence with a gunshot wound to the leg. He was treated at the scene by EMS and taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre for treatment. 

Police learned there were more people in the residence.  Officers with the Emergency Response Team, K9 and RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) Units set up and the residence was cleared by officers.

As a result of the incident,

A 22-year-old St.Catharines man was arrested and charged with:

• Aggravated Assault

• Assault with a Weapon

• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking

A 16-year-old Whitby male was arrested and charged with:

• Aggravated Assault

• Assault with a Weapon

• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking

A 15-year-old Ajax male was arrested and charged with:

•  Aggravated Assault

• Assault with a Weapon

All three accused are being held in custody and will appear in court on Wednesday.

Under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, two of the names cannot be released.

During the arrests, officers seized:

• 28.5 grams of fentanyl

• Canadian currency

Peterborough Police will remain at the scene until the investigation is completed.

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Woman Charged With Arson After Allegedly Setting Multiple Garbage Bins On Fire

A 32-year-old Peterborough woman is facing arson charges after allegedly lighting several garbage bin fires late Monday night.

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At roughly 11:30 p.m. the Peterborough Police Service started receiving calls to assist the Peterborough Fire Department with multiple fires lit within a short time frame in close proximity to each other. 

Two garbage bins in Millennium Park and one garbage bin each at George Street North and King Street, Charlotte Street and Aylmer and George Street North near Sherbrooke Street were lit according to a police report.

With help from the downtown CCTV footage, Peterborough Police were able to obtain a description of the suspect. Officers canvassed the area and located a woman on a bike matching the person seen on camera in the Reid Street and Simcoe Street area.

The woman was arrested and charged with:

• Arson - Damage to Property x5

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

“The footage from the CCTV Program cameras was instrumental in allowing officers to get a description and make an arrest in this case,” according to a statement in a press release.

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Peterborough Police Investigating Shooting at Crystal Drive; Hold and Secure Has Been Lifted

UPDATED: 26-04-24 @ 1:27 p.m.

The Peterborough Police Service are continuing to investigatie a shooting at 572 Crystal Drive near the Otonabee Drive and Bensfort Road area that occurred early Friday morning.

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The incident happened at roughly 5 a.m. The suspect is still outstanding and may have a firearm. 

Officers have completed a grid search of the area. The suspect is still outstanding and could still have a firearm.

The Peterborough Police Service believes that this is an isolated incident between parties that are known to each other.

The area has been re-opened and the hold and secure have been lifted for two area schools.

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Peterborough Police Investigating Gas Bar Door Glass Being Smashed; Officers Search For Two Suspects

The Peterborough Police Service is investigating after an incident at a Peterborough gas bar on Wednesday morning.

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At roughly 3 a.m. on April 24, 2024, officers were called about the front door of a gas bar in the Lansdowne Street West and Rye Street area being smashed. 

When officers arrived, they found the door glass smashed but overall, it was still secure.

Officers searched the area for two people matching the following description:

• Two males

• Possibly in the 20s

• Wearing toques and wearing reddish grey jeans

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 Man Arrested For Exposing Himself At a Downtown Intersection

A 33-year-old Peterborough man is facing indecent act charges after an incident Saturday afternoon.

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At roughly 3:45 p.m., officers were called to the area of Hunter Street West and Aylmer Street about a man pacing back and forth at the intersection with his pants down, exposing himself.

Officers located a male who matched the description given to the police. The man resisted arrest and after a short struggle, officers were able to take him into custody.

The man was arrested and charged with:

• Indecent Act- public place

• Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused is currently bound by a probation order with the following condition to keep the peace and be of good behaviour.

The accused was held in custody and appeared in court on Sunday.

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Peterborough Man Arrested On Warrant After Trying to Flee From Police

A 50-year-old Peterborough man was arrested on a warrant after an incident early Friday morning.

At roughly 1:15 a.m., officers were called to the area of Princess Street and Lock Street about a suspicious person in a backyard.

Upon arrival, officers spotted a man matching the description given to police but he left the area upon seeing police. K9 Gryphon was called in and began a track, leading officers to a nearby address. The suspect was located on a back porch.

The suspect was arrested on the strength of the warrant.

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court on May 7.

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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 Issue Public Warning of Springtime Paving Scam

The Peterborough Police Service is issuing a warning to homeowners to be aware of springtime scammers involving paving/driveway sealant scams announced on Wednesday.

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At this time of year, the Service often receives reports of these scams where they say they have some leftover materials from another job and can fix or seal your driveway for cash.

Homeowners are reminded to:

• Not pay for work up front

• Only pay for completed work

• Say no, if you’re unsure

• Let someone you trust know about the deal and get a second opinion

If you are the victim of a fraud or a scam you can call the Peterborough Police Service at 704-876-1122 or file a report online.

You can learn more about frauds and scams online.

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