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Further to Media Release for Friday, March 14, 2025

Drug Arrest

A 35-year-old Peterborough man is facing drug trafficking charges after an investigation by the Peterborough Police Service Drug Unit over the winter of 2025.

On Thursday, March 13, 2025, a male was taken into custody without incident by the Emergency Response Team. Officers with the Drug Unit then conducted a search warrant at a home on Goodfellow Road near St. Mary’s Street.  

During the search officers seized:

• Cocaine – 790 grams
• Fentanyl – 80 grams
• Crystal meth – 1000 grams
• Hydromorphine...

Media Release for Friday, March 14, 2025

Calls for Service:
(Mar 13 at 8:00am – Mar 14 at 8:00am) 124

St. Patrick’s Day Increased Presence

With St. Patrick’s Day coming up on Monday and the parade on Sunday, the Peterborough Police Service is asking residents choosing to celebrate this weekend — to celebrate responsibly.

Peterborough Police will have an increased presence throughout the City of Peterborough, Village of Lakefield, and Township of Cavan-Monaghan to respond to an anticipated increase in calls for service, such as noise or...

Media Release for Thursday, March 13, 2025

Calls for Service:
(Mar 12 at 8:00am – Mar 13 at 8:00am) 101

Warrant Arrest

A 41-year-old Peterborough man wanted on warrants was arrested after a traffic stop Wednesday night.

At approximately 10:40pm on March 12, 2025, an officer on general patrol conducted a traffic stop in the area of McDonnel Street and Stewart Street.  Upon speaking with the driver of the vehicle, the officer noticed the passenger attempting to avoid police.  Through investigation it was determined the passenger was wanted on...

Media Release for Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Calls for Service:
(Mar 11 at 8:00am – Mar 12 at 8:00am) 118

Fraud Arrest

A 62-year-old Peterborough man is facing 15 charges of fraud in connection with a series of incidents late last year.

On Monday, March 10, 2025, officers arrested the suspect at their residence.  Through investigation, officers learned that between November 7 and December 22, 2024 the suspect would attend the business and in each case, merchandise was not properly scanned at a self-checkout.  In total, the store was out just...

Media Release for Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Calls for Service:
(Mar 10 at 8:00am – Mar 11 at 8:00am) 83

Road Rage Arrest

A 20-year-old Peterborough man is facing charges after an incident Sunday evening.

At approximately 11:45pm on March 9, 2025, officers were called about a road rage incident in the area of Parkhill Road and George Street.  Upon arrival to the area, officers learned that two drivers had gotten into a verbal argument while at red light when one of the drivers flashed a firearm at the other. Officers were able to locate a...