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Hit and Run Witnesses Sought
The Peterborough Police Service is asking anyone with information about a hit and run to come forward.
At approximately 12:15am on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, 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.
Through investigation, officers learned that the cyclist was struck by the vehicle in a parking lot before the vehicle 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 at www.stopcrimehere.ca
Weapons Arrest
A 37-year-old Peterborough man is facing charges after an incident Wednesday morning.
At approximately 11:15am on September 4, 2024, officers were called about a male in the Stewart Street and Edinburgh Street area striking a vehicle with a hatchet. Upon arrival, officers located a male nearby and approached him with their Conducted Energy Weapon drawn. The male was taken into custody without incident. A hatchet was located in the man’s belongings and seized.
As a result of the investigation, a 37-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged with:
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Fail to Comply with Probation Order
The accused is currently bound by a probation order 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 October 15, 2024.
Sandra Dueck
Manager, Strategic Communication Services
Peterborough Police Service
sdueck@peterborough.ca
705-876-1122 x217
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