23-Year-Old Courtice Man Facing Multiple Charges After Fleeing Police and Getting In a Collision

A 23-year-old, Courtice man is facing multiple charges after a collision in Peterborough on Monday evening.

Photo courtey of J.J.L. via Peterborough Scanner Feed.

At roughly 9:40 p.m., a general patrol officer in the George Street and Dalhousie Street area spotted a truck squealing its tires in a parking lot. The officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop but the vehicle fled. Police did not pursue the vehicle due to public safety. Police received a call regarding a two-vehicle collision at George and Rink Street shortly after that involved the fleeing driver.

The suspect was transported to Peterborough Regional Health Centre for treatment of minor injuries and released. 

He has been charged with the following:

• Operation while impaired - alcohol

• Operation while impaired - Blood alcohol (80 mg plus)

• Flight from police- Class G1 licence holder - unaccompanied by qualified driver

• Careless driving – Highway Traffic Act

• Novice driver - B.A.C. above zero - HTA

• Driver failed to wear seat belt properly - HTA

The accused was released on an Undertaking and will appear in court on Aug. 8.

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Knights of Columbus 45th Annual Police Appreciation Night Recognizes Heroic Citizens and Officers

The Peterborough Police Service and the Knights of Columbus Ernest J. Wolff Council 798 gathered Wednesday to present awards to citizens and officers who displayed acts of courage and commitment to the community.

photo courtesy of peterborough police service, facebook.

This year’s commendations were presented to citizens and officers for their assistance over the past three years.

Citizen Commendations:

• Rob Reynolds

• Matt Cooper

• Hunter Hoey

• Justin Schaude

• Molly Touzel

• Kaylynn Delong

• Nikki Casey

• Jeff Lustig

• Chris Formosa

• Amy Gosland

• Britney Graham

• Michelle Scheeters

• Kelly Lahay

• Leslie Cangas

• Francis Joseph Edwards

• Jake Hartjes

• Mariah Hartjes

• Madison Sargent

• Natalie Jennings

• Kelli McNamara

• Tim McNamara

• Star Hodge

• Nichole Bartley

• Timur Abdrakhmanov

Carol Winter Humanitarian Award – awarded to a member of the Police Service who has contributed to the needs of the vulnerable in our community.

• Staff Sergeant Daniel MacLean

Robert Lewis Bursary Award – awarded to the graduating constable with the highest achievement at Ontario Police College.

• Constable Lily Gamble (Class of 2019)

• Constable Brandon Bigelow (Class of 2019)

• Constable David Wickham (Class of 2020)

• Constable Kristopher DiClemente (Class of 2021)

• Constable Suzanne Szafran (Class of 2022)

Service Pins for Civilian Members:

• Mary Lee – 30 years

• Jennifer Tippin – 20 years

Knights of Columbus Meritorious Service Awards:

• Sergeant John Townsend / Constable James McIntyre

• Constable Robert Cowie & K9 Isaac

• Detective Constable Brian Urquhart / Detective Constable Mark MacDonell (former)

• Sergeant Kirk Kelly

To read about the actions of these heroic community members, visit the link.

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Peterborough Fire Services and Peterborough Police Issue Fireworks Safety Message

Residents are asked to respect their neighbours and fellow residents when using fireworks in the City of Peterborough.

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City by-laws allow for the use of family or casual fireworks in the City on private property. Fireworks cannot be discharged on City property. Larger exhibition-style fireworks displays require a permit. 

While fireworks displays may be permitted, residents who use fireworks must follow the Noise By-law and be aware of safety precautions when using fireworks. Fireworks can also disturb pets. 

Peterborough Police receive a number of complaints, mostly noise complaints, about fireworks.  Peterborough Police reminds residents to be respectful of other residents’ lawful right to enjoy their property and to be safe.

Peterborough Fire Services reminds residents that using fireworks can be dangerous, causing injury or property damage. Fire Services provides the following safety tips when using fireworks: 

• Only adults who are aware of the hazards and have read the label should handle and discharge fireworks. 

• Always keep a water hose or pail of water close by when discharging fireworks. 

• Discharge fireworks well away from combustible materials like buildings, trees and dry grass. 

• Keep onlookers a safe distance away, upwind from the area where fireworks are discharged. 

• Do not discharge fireworks in windy conditions. 

• Keep sparklers away from children, as they are extremely hot and pose a risk of burns and eye injuries. 

The City of Peterborough by-law regulating fireworks displays and the Noise By-law are available online at peterborough.ca/bylaws. 

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Peterborough Police Seeking Information After Glass Smashed At Eight Local Bus Shelters

Peterborough Police Service is asking anyone who may have seen anything suspicious or has video footage to come forward after the glass was smashed at eight bus shelters earlier in the week.

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On Tuesday, Peterborough Police received an online report stating the incidents happened between the night of Feb. 19, and the morning of Feb. 20. Damage is estimated at $8,000.  

The bus shelters damaged were:

1. Dobbin Road and Lansdowne Street

2. Brealey Drive and Lansdowne Street

3. Clonsilla Avenue and Lansdowne Street

4. Monaghan Road and Lansdowne Street

5. Chemong Road and Milroy Drive

6. Chemong Road and Simons Avenue

7. Water Street and Edinburgh

8. George Street and Princess Street

Anyone with information is asked to call the Peterborough Police Crime Line at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.

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‘A Hand Up’ Free Concert at Junction in Support of Community Organizations

A free concert in support of various community organizations to be put on at the Junction Nightclub on Jan. 22.

photo courtesy of DreamTeam Concerts.

DreamTeam Concerts, in partnership with Kawartha Food Share and United Way Peterborough & District (with support from the Peterborough Police Deputy Chief Tim Farquharson) have launched the emergency fundraiser to raise funds for both the United Way and Kawartha Food Share.

These organizations were chosen because of their integral community support through the unprecedented challenges the community may face around homelessness, poverty, mental health and addictions. These organizations supply many other local charities and programs with resources to be able to help the community as well. 

The lineup includes the musical talents of Ty Wilson, Jesse Slack, SJ Riley, Baz Littlerock and Tyson Briden, High Waters and Bowie Lives Unplugged.

A silent auction will be available with many items donated from local Peterborough businesses.

There will be opportunities to donate in many ways at this event, though DreamTeam says those who are unable to make it can donate through the GoFundMe page.

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$200,000 of Equipment Stolen From Peterborough Construction Site

Peterborough Police are investigating a report roughly $200,000 in tools were stolen from a construction site Tuesday morning.

On Tuesday, officers were made aware of a theft that had happened sometime between 5:30 p.m. on Monday and 6 a.m. Tuesday. The equipment had been taken from a locked container and several manholes at a construction site in the Lily Lake Road and Fairbairn Avenue area. 

Anyone with information is asked to call the Peterborough Police Crime Line at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca

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40-Year-Old Man Taken To Hospital After Falling Over Second-Floor Railing at Peterborough Square

A 40-year-old man was taken to a Toronto hospital after falling over a second-floor railing at Peterborough Square on Monday afternoon.

Just before 5:00 p.m, Peterborough Police were called to the mall in the George Street and Simcoe Street area after the man fell.

Polic determined that the incident is not considered criminal in nature.

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Peterborough Police Seeking Information On Local Woman Who Suffered Fatal Injuries In Parking Lot Collision

Peterborough Police Service are seeking information regarding a 59-year-old Peterborough woman that died from injuries sustained in a McDonald’s parking lot collision (Chemong Road location) on Oct. 23.

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The 59-year-old woman succumbed to her injuries at a Toronto hospital over the weekend. She was taken to the Peterborough Regional Health Centre prior to being flown to Toronto in critical condition.

The collision took place around 8 a.m.

Peterborough Police are investigating the incident and anyone with information is asked to call 705-876-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca

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Fire Breaks Out at Simcoe Street Restaurant Late Monday Evening

Updated at 3:51 p.m. Oct. 25, 2022

Peterborough Fire Services responded to a report of flames showing in the windows at Indian Peacock Restaurant on 187 Simcoe St. at 10:35 p.m. Monday evening.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Police say while two crews extinguished the fire, a third ensured all residents exited the building. The fire was on the ground floor of a building with residential apartments on the second and third floors. All residents were reportedly able to exit the building safely.

The restaurant sustained extensive damage and the remainder of the building sustained minor smoke damage.

The cause of the fire was an improperly disposed firework according to a press release.

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Peterborough Police Deemed Bomb Threat of Local Business a Hoax

Peterborough Police have determined that a bomb threat made at the Holiday Ford-Lincoln dealership on Sep. 29 on Lansdowne Street was a hoax announced on Tuesday.

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No charges will be laid since the individual in question was under the age of 12. 

Peterborough Police remind residents that these types of calls are taken very seriously, require significant resources to ensure the public’s safety and officers and can result in criminal charges.

At roughly 4:00 p.m. on Sept. 29, officers were called to the dealership where the business was evacuated, set up a perimeter and called the OPP bomb unit for assistance. Just before 1:00 a.m., the OPP Bomb Unit and bomb-detecting dogs were on the scene and did not find anything suspicious or threatening.

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