Media Release for Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Calls for Service:
(April 28 at 8:00am – April 29 at 8:00am) 112
Weapons/Threats Arrest
A 28-year-old Peterborough man is facing several charges after an incident early Tuesday morning.
At approximately 3:45 am on April 29, 2025, officers were called to Peterborough Regional Health Centre after a report of a disturbance in the Emergency Department. Upon arrival, officers learned that security had asked a man to leave, and the man became aggressive with them and brandished a knife before fleeing. A man matching the description given to police was located walking away from the hospital. Due to the suspect reported to have a weapon, officers drew their Conducted Energy Weapons (CEW) and initiated an arrest. The man complied with officer demands and was taken into custody. Security officers located a knife and turned it over to police.
As a result of the investigation, a 28-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged with:
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Uttering Threats - Cause death or Bodily Harm
- Fail to Comply with Probation Order
The accused is currently bound by two probation orders with the following condition: to keep the peace and be of good behaviour.
The accused is being held in custody and will appear in court today, Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
Sandra Dueck
Manager, Strategic Communication Services
Peterborough Police Service
sdueck@peterborough.ca
705-876-1122 x217