Media Release for Monday, May 15, 2023
Calls for Service
(May 12 at 8:00am – May 13 at 8:00am) 79
(May 13 at 8:00am – May 14 at 8:00am) 83
(May 14 at 8:00am – May 15 at 8:00am) 66
Hate/Bias Incident Investigation
The Peterborough Police Service is investigating after receiving reports of an anti-Semitic pamphlet being distributed in a Peterborough neighbourhood over the weekend.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Peterborough Police at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca
Fraud Incident Suspects Sought
Peterborough Police investigating after an incident at a business in Lakefield.
On Friday, May 12, 2023, officers were made aware of an incident that happened on Thursday, May 11, 2023. The business owner reported that there had been an agreement to have the parking lot repaved. The company started the work but did not complete the job despite money being exchanged. In total $15,000 was lost.
The first suspect was described to police as:
- Male, white
- Heavier build
- Irish accent
- White baseball hat
- Blue golf shirt
- Khaki shorts
- White sport socks
- Sandals
The second suspect was described to police as:
- Male, White
- Medium build
- Red hair
- Irish accent
- Black t-shirt
- Black shorts
- Black shoes or boots
Anyone with information is asked to call Peterborough Police at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca
Vehicles Damaged Suspects Sought
Peterborough Police investigating after several vehicles were reported damaged over the weekend.
It’s believed the incidents happened sometime between 10:30pm on Friday, May 12, 2023 and Saturday, May 13, 2023 in the underground garage at 300 Hedonics Road. At least five vehicles were damaged with windows smashed. In several cases, items were taken from the vehicles.
Anyone with information is asked to call Peterborough Police at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca
Sexual Interference Arrest
A 27-year-old Peterborough man is facing charges after an incident.
On Friday, May 12, 2023, officers were notified about several concerning incidents between the suspect and a 14-year-old female. As a result of the investigation, a 27-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged with:
- Sexual Interference
- Fail to comply with recognizance
The accused was bound by a recognizance with the following conditions to keep the peace and be of good behaviour.
The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court on June 6, 2023.
Sandra Dueck
sdueck@peterborough.ca
705-876-1122 x217