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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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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Bancroft Man Arrested For Impaired Driving that Resulted In a Hydro Pole Collision

A 20-year-old Bancroft man is facing impaired charges after a single-vehicle collision into a hydro pole early Saturday morning.

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At roughly 3:10 a.m., officers were called to a vehicle that had struck a hydro pole at Water Street and Langton Street. Officers located the driver and conducted a roadside test.

The arrested and charged with:

• Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs

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

• Careless Driving (Highway Traffic Act)

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 Dec. 30.

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Peterborough Police Warn Public of Surfacing Scam With Fraudulent Government Officials or Law Enforcement Officers

The Peterborough Police Service is warning residents after learning of a scam in which people pretend to be government officials or law enforcement officers demanding money.

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Earlier this week, officers with the Fraud Unit learned of a scam in which a Peterborough resident lost over $43,000. 

It started off with a phone call from someone claiming to be a government official with the High Commission of India in Canada and that the victim was a suspect in a money laundering investigation in India. The victim was told not to tell anyone, or they would be charged. As the scam continued, the victim was asked to answer a phone call every day at 8:00 a.m. for a month and engaged in several other communications in which the person on the other end of the phone appeared to be wearing a police uniform.  The victim was eventually persuaded to send money in cryptocurrency to clear their name. 

Earlier this year, another resident was scammed out of over $15,000 after being contacted similarly and being told they were a suspect in a money laundering investigation. In this case the victim was asked to purchase gift cards.

Officers with the Fraud Unit remind residents that fraud and scams are constant and often encourage secrecy, pressure to act and requests for money to avoid charges or jail time.  

Government and law enforcement agencies do not accept cryptocurrencies and do not request payment. 

The Peterborough Police have released these tips to stay scam safe:

• Talk to trusted individuals about what is going on

• Do your own research

• Don’t give in to urgency

• Don’t give any money

• Be extra cautious

• Think it might be a scam? Report it to your local police service and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre

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Peterborough Man Charged After Hitting Pedestrian With Vehicle After Failing to Yield

A 75-year-old Peterborough man was charged under the Highway Traffic Act for failing to yield to a pedestrian after a collision at Townsend Street and Aylmer Street on Thursday. 

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The collision happened at roughly 5:45 p.m. The pedestrian was taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre for treatment of 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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Peterborough Man Wanted On Warrants Arrested For Break-and-Enter

A 40-year-old Peterborough man wanted on warrants is facing a new charge after officers were called to a break-and-enter on Wednesday afternoon.

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At roughly 3:50 p.m., officers were called to a residence in the Aylmer Street and Sherbrooke Street. The owner returned, noticed a door open and saw someone inside. Officers located a man on the second floor and took him into custody. They further learned that the man was wanted on two warrants for three counts of failing to attend court, failing to comply with an appearance notice, failing to adhere to a release order, two counts of breaking and entering a dwelling house – commit an indictable offence and failing to comply with probation.

The man was arrested on the strength of the warrants and further charged with:

• Break, enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence

The accused is being held in custody and appeared in court on Thursday.

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Two Peterborough Men Arrested and Charged After Drug Investigation

Two people have been arrested after a drug investigation conducted by Peterborough Police Service Intelligence and Drug Unit along with the Emergency Response Team (ERT) on Tuesday.

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Both Units executed a drug warrant at 196 Park Street N. and arrested a 20-year-old man on drug charges and a 42-year-old man on bail violations.

Officers seized:

• 32.4grams of Cocaine

• Canadian currency

The 20-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking - Cocaine

• Failure to comply with release order - other than to attend court

A 42-year-old Peterborough man located within the residence was found to violate a release order and was arrested and charged with:

• Failure to comply with release order - other than to attend court

Both accused are held in custody and appeared in court on Wednesday.

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 Given Three Charges From Motor Scooter/Vehicle Collision From Nov. 9

A 33-year-old Peterborough man is facing three charges in connection with a motor vehicle collision in which the driver of a scooter was struck on Nov. 9.

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At roughly 12:05 p.m., there was a collision involving a scooter and motor vehicle on Crawford Drive in the area of Johnston Drive. The driver of the scooter suffered serious injuries and was taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre before being transferred to a Toronto hospital.

On Monday, the 33-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged with:

• Fail to stop at accident resulting in bodily harm

• Careless driving causing bodily harm (Highway Traffic Act)

• Operate unsafe vehicle (Highway Traffic Act)

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 30.

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Peterborough Woman Arrested From Two Theft Incidents

A 38-year-old Peterborough woman is facing charges in connection with two recent theft incidents this past weekend.

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On Friday, officers with Community F.I.R.S.T. were called to a store in the Aylmer Street and Charlotte Street area regarding a theft that occurred on Thursday evening. Several items were taken from the store and officers reviewed information and identified a suspect.

On Saturday, officers with Community F.I.R.S.T. were reviewing an online theft report and recognized the same suspect as the person wanted in connection with the theft on Friday.

The woman was arrested and charged with:

• Theft Under $5000 X2

• Fail to Comply with Probation Order x8

• Failure to comply with release order - other than to attend court

The accused is currently bound by four probation orders with conditions including: to keep the peace and be of good behaviour and to remain away from all Shoppers Drug Mart stores in Peterborough. 

The accused is currently bound by a release order with the following condition: to remain in their residence between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.

The accused was held in custody and appeared in Weekend and Statutory Holiday court on Sunday, at which time the accused was remanded into custody.  The accused will appear in court on Monday.

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