Teenager Dies After Being Struck By a Vehicle
/Peterborough Police Service continues to investigate a fatal collision as a 17-year-old male died early Saturday morning.
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Peterborough Teen Charged With Assault On Senior After Verbal Altercation
/A 14-year-old Peterborough female teenager is facing an assault charge after an incident Wednesday afternoon.
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At roughly 2:15 p.m., officers were called about an incident that happened near the trail behind Paddock Wood.
A verbal dispute between the teen and the 67-year-old victim broke out after the latter asked a group of young people to leave the area.
It escalated where the victim was punched in the face causing her to fall. She was then kicked and punched while on the ground. She was taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre as a precaution.
Through investigation, Peterborough Police Service identified a suspect on Thursday. The female turned herself in.
She was charged with:
Assault
The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court Oct. 28.
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Brampton Man Charged With Impaired Driving With a Suspended License
/A 33-year-old Brampton man is facing charges after a single vehicle collision on Wednesday evening.
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At roughly 8:30 p.m., officers were called to a single-vehicle rollover in the area of County Road 10 and Sharpe Line.
The driver approached officers, and during the conversation, officers noticed signs of impairment.
During the investigation, Police learned that the driver had a suspended license. EMS assessed him at the scene before being taken into custody.
The man was arrested and charged with:
Operation while impaired - alcohol
Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
Driving while under suspension (Highway Traffic Act)
The accused was issued an automatic 90-day license suspension.
The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court Oct. 22.
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Peterborough Police Searching For Missing Firearm and Suspect After Residential Break and Enter
/The Peterborough Police Service is investigating the report of a missing firearm and suspect after a residential break-in Wednesday evening.
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Police believe the break-in happened between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. at a home in the Homeward Avenue and Albertus Avenue area on Wednesday.
The firearm is described as:
Tavor X95 assault rifle
200 rounds of ammunition
Also taken were:
approximately $20,000 in jewellery
approximately $1500 in tools
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 Officer Arrested and Charged With Mischief From Violence On Partner
/A Peterborough Police Service officer was arrested and charged with mischief in an adjacent jurisdiction in connection with an intimate partner violence-related incident on Monday.
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As a result of the investigation, the officer was charged with:
Mischief under $5000
The accused was released on an undertaking and will appear in court in that jurisdiction.
The officer will be reassigned to administrative duties pending the conclusion of the criminal matter according to a press release. As per the provisions contained within the Community Safety and Policing Act, a professional standards misconduct investigation will take place at the conclusion of the criminal proceedings.
“I understand that we, the police, must earn the public’s trust and confidence each and every day, and although this matter is in no way related to the officers’ duties as a police officer, any time criminal charges are laid against an officer it may have an impact on that trust and confidence,” said Stuart Betts, Peterborough Police chief. “Therefore, we ensure the public remains aware of such instances so as to demonstrate our commitment to holding ourselves accountable.”
In accordance with all procedures and to ensure the victim's privacy, Peterborough Police does not publish the name of any accused in an intimate partner-related incident unless there is a concern for public safety.
The Police are making no further comment at this time as stated in a press release.
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Peterborough Man Arrested For Attempted Murder From Hit-and-Run Incident Wednesday
/A 29-year-old Peterborough man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder in connection with a hit-and-run incident from Wednesday.
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At roughly 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Investigative Services Unit officers located a suspect in the George Street and Townsend Street area and took him into custody.
The man was arrested and charged with:
Attempt to commit murder
Dangerous Operation Causing Bodily Harm
Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm
Operation while prohibited
Fail to Comply with Probation
During the investigation it was learned that the accused was a prohibited driver and bound by a probation order with the following conditions: to keep the peace and be of good behaviour.
The accused is being held in custody and will appear in court Friday.
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 Seek Information Of Motorist Striking Cyclist In Hit-and-Run
/The Peterborough Police Service is asking anyone with information about a hit and run to come forward that occurred early Wednesday morning.
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At roughly 12:15 a.m., officers were called by EMS about a man who appeared to be the victim of a hit-and-run incident in the Brock Street and Bethune Street area.
Officers learned that the cyclist was allegedly struck by the vehicle in a parking lot before the latter fled the scene.
The victim was taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre for treatment and has since been taken to a Toronto area hospital for treatment of serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
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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Oshawa Man Facing Impaired Driving Charges After Almost Hitting a Person Riding An E-Bike
/A 41-year-old Oshawa man is facing impaired driving charges after an incident early Sunday morning.
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At roughly 12:15 a.m., officers on patrol in the area of Aylmer Street and McDonnel Street spotted a vehicle almost colliding with a person on the e-bike. Officers conducted a traffic stop and noticed signs of impairment with the driver.
As a result of the investigation, a 41-year-old Oshawa man was arrested and charged with:
Operation while impaired - alcohol
Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
Fail to surrender insurance card (Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act)
Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit (Highway Traffic Act)
Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle (Highway Traffic Act)
Driver fail to surrender licence (Highway Traffic Act)
The accused was issued a 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 Oct. 15.
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Police Notify City and County of Anticipated Increased Presence of Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs During Labour Day Weekend
/The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Biker Enforcement Unit (BEU), Peterborough Police Service and OPP Peterborough County Detachment anticipate an increase in outlaw motorcycle gangs’ (OMG) presence travelling through the Peterborough area during the Labour Day long weekend due to a scheduled event.
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Outlaw motorcycle gangs are among criminal organizations whose vast array of criminal activity can cause harm and victimization in communities across Ontario according to the OPP.
They continue to state that the majority of motorcycle enthusiasts are law-abiding; however, OMGs are criminal organizations whose activities cause harm and victimization in communities across Ontario. They have been known to participate in illegal, profit-driven activities such as fraud, drug trafficking, extortion, intimidation and murder as stated by the OPP.
“When we became aware that an outlaw motorcycle gang had plans to hold an event on the border with our city, we immediately contacted the OPP and BEU to initiate a coordinated response,” said Stuart Betts, Peterborough Police Service Chief. “The Peterborough Police Service is a member agency of the BEU, and we have no tolerance for criminal organizations operating in, or near, our city. Public safety is our priority.”
The presence is expected near Fifes Bay Road and Lily Lake Road in Selwyn Township. To ensure the safety and well-being of community members, the OPP says there will also be an increased police presence in this area
“The OPP Biker Enforcement Unit, OPP Peterborough County Detachment and the Peterborough Police Service have taken measures to maintain safety in our communities this coming Labour Day weekend,” said Mike Stoddart, OPP Acting Chief Superintendent of Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau. “You will notice an increased police presence in the area, and we encourage you to contact the OPP Peterborough Detachment or Peterborough Police Service to report any suspicious or criminal activity.”
Anyone with information regarding illegal activity associated with outlaw motorcycle gangs is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (8477) or online.
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Two Peterborough Teens Charged In Hate Bias Incident From Early August Police Say
/Two Peterborough teens are facing assault and harassment charges from an incident earlier this month.
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On Aug. 6, officers were called to the Spillsbury Drive and Sir Sandford Fleming Drive area and learned that a woman had been followed off the bus by two teens, was spat on. With the help of video, officers could identify the two suspects through investigation. One suspect was recently arrested and charged in an incident at the end of July.
As a result of the investigation:
A 14-year-old Peterborough male was arrested on Aug. 7 and charged with:
Assault
Criminal Harassment – Threatening conduct
The accused was held in custody and appeared in court Aug. 8.
A 14-year-old Peterborough male was arrested on Aug. 18, 2024, and charged with:
Criminal Harassment - threatening conduct
