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This is the Peterborough Police Service's official page. The Peterborough Police Service (PPS) is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. This page was created to provide people who live and work in the Peterborough area, or others with an interest in PPS the access to information about the PPS and a platform to interact with the PPS. This p

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5 sleeps! Our Community Open House is set for this Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10am - 1pm at 500 Water Street. What's go...
06/01/2026

5 sleeps!

Our Community Open House is set for this Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10am - 1pm at 500 Water Street.

What's going on:
✅ Demonstrations - K9, ERT Rappel Team, Motorcycle
✅ Meet officers from various units
✅ Station Tours
✅ Chat with our recruiters
✅ Enjoy a sweet treat - cotton candy, snow cones and popcorn
✅ Connect with our Outreach Teams and Facility Dog Tilly
✅ Get to know our volunteer Auxiliary Unit

See you there!

It's getting closer! Our Community Open House is set for Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10am - 1pm at 500 Water Street. Wha...
05/30/2026

It's getting closer! Our Community Open House is set for Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10am - 1pm at 500 Water Street.

What's going on:
✅ Demonstrations - K9, ERT Rappel Team, Motorcycle
✅ Meet officers from various units
✅ Station Tours
✅ Chat with our recruiters
✅ Enjoy a sweet treat - cotton candy, snow cones and popcorn
✅ Connect with our Outreach Teams and Facility Dog Tilly
✅ Get to know our volunteer Auxiliary Unit

We can't wait to see you 😀

05/29/2026

It was signing day today!
What a way to end the week!

Congratulations to Ashton, Zach, and Kyle. 👏👏👏

You are joining a service dedicated to community.

These three recruits will be starting their training shortly before heading off to Ontario Police College for Basic Constable Training.



Learn more about how to become a police officer through the link in our bio.

Media Release  #2 - Friday, May 29, 2026➡Traffic Detail ResultsMembers of the Peterborough Police Service Traffic Unit c...
05/29/2026

Media Release #2 - Friday, May 29, 2026

➡Traffic Detail Results
Members of the Peterborough Police Service Traffic Unit conducted an enforcement detail on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, focusing on several high complaint areas and Community Safety Zones within the City of Peterborough and Village of Lakefield.

Community Safety Zones are designated on roadways where public safety is of a special concern to the community. These areas are typically around schools. The fines for offences committed in these areas are higher than in non-designated areas.

34 Charges were laid under the Highway Traffic Act for various offences including:
• Speeding in a Community Safety Zone X22
• Disobey Stop Sign - Fail to stop X2
• Amber light - Fail to stop X3
• Red light - Fail to stop
• Passing on roadway when not clear
• Driver - Fail to properly wear seatbelt

The Traffic Unit will continue to hold various traffic enforcement details throughout the year to help keep our roads safe.

Thank you to the drivers who chose to obey the speed limit. The Traffic Unit did see an improvement in the number of drivers complying with the speed limits in Community Safety Zones.

https://www.peterboroughpolice.ca/news/posts/further-to-media-release-for-friday-may-29-2026/

🚨The Peterborough Police Service has a new and refreshed website!  🚨Bookmark www.peterboroughpolice.ca The new website i...
05/29/2026

🚨The Peterborough Police Service has a new and refreshed website! 🚨

Bookmark www.peterboroughpolice.ca

The new website is in keeping with our Service motto of Professional. Friendly. Helpful.

Please explore the site and learn more about the Peterborough Police Service, how to file an online report, the services we offer, how you can connect with us, career opportunities and sign up to receive our media releases directly to your email.

✅If you are already signed up and are not receiving media releases anymore, please subscribe again. https://www.peterboroughpolice.ca/subscribe/

✅Find out what’s going on in your Community through the Community Safety Map https://www.peterboroughpolice.ca/community-safety/community-safety-map/

✅Help us with open investigations by checking out the Help Identify page and reporting any information to Crime Stoppers. https://www.peterboroughpolice.ca/learn/help-identify/

✅Interested in a career with the Peterborough Police Service? Check out our Join PPS section and subscribe to the careers page to receive information on new postings. https://www.peterboroughpolice.ca/recruitment/

Media Release - Friday, May 29, 2026➡Shooting Arrest – March 8, 2026 IncidentA second man wanted in connection with a sh...
05/29/2026

Media Release - Friday, May 29, 2026

➡Shooting Arrest – March 8, 2026 Incident
A second man wanted in connection with a shooting earlier this year has been arrested.

Through continued investigation officers with the Peterborough Police Service Major Crime Unit were able to identify the suspect and on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, along with the Peterborough Police Service Emergency Response Team, conducted a search warrant at a residence in Toronto.

As a result, 24-year-old Zuhib Mohamed was arrested and charged with:
• Attempt to Commit Murder using Firearm
• Aggravated Assault
• Robbery using Firearm (Restricted or Prohibited)

The accused was held in custody and appeared in court Thursday, May 28, 2026.

The Peterborough Police Service is not looking for any other suspects in connection with this incident and thanks the Toronto Police Service for their assistance with investigation.

https://www.peterboroughpolice.ca/news/posts/media-release-for-friday-may-29-2026/

Media Release  #2 - Thursday, May 28, 2026➡Break and Enter ArrestA 37-year-old Peterborough woman is facing charges afte...
05/28/2026

Media Release #2 - Thursday, May 28, 2026

➡Break and Enter Arrest
A 37-year-old Peterborough woman is facing charges after an incident Wednesday morning.

At approximately 6:45am on May 27, 2026, officers were called to a break and enter in progress at a residence in the Perry Street and Aylmer Street area. Upon arrival, officers located a woman matching the description given to police inside the residence. The woman attempted to run from police before being taken into custody. Through investigation it was learned that the woman was wanted on a warrant for impaired operation, resist peace officer, and take motor vehicle without consent. It was further determined that the same woman was connected to three other incidents reported to police Wednesday morning.

As a result, a 37-year-old Peterborough woman was arrested on the strength of the warrant and further charged with:
• Break, Enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence X2
• Assault
• Resist Peace Officer
• Mischief Under $5000 X3
• Theft Under $5000 X2

The accused was held in custody and appeared in court, May 27, 2026.

➡Impaired Arrest
A 56-year-old Peterborough woman is facing impaired charges after an incident Wednesday.

At approximately 9:00am on May 27, 2026, officers were called about an erratic driver in the Clonsilla Avenue and Sherbrooke Street area. Officer located a woman matching the description given to police in a parking lot on Lansdowne Street West. Upon speaking with the driver, officers noticed signs of impairment.

As a result of the investigation, a 56-year-old Peterborough woman was arrested and charged with:
• Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs
• Drive motor vehicle - no licence (Highway Traffic Act)

The accused was issued an automatic 90-day license suspension and seven-day vehicle impoundment.

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court July 7, 2026.

https://www.peterboroughpolice.com/en/news/further-to-media-release-for-thursday-may-28-2026.aspx

Media Release - Thursday, May 28, 2026Calls for Service:(May 27 at 8:00am – May 28 at 8:00am) 106➡Collision – Charlotte ...
05/28/2026

Media Release - Thursday, May 28, 2026

Calls for Service:
(May 27 at 8:00am – May 28 at 8:00am) 106

➡Collision – Charlotte Street/Reid Street
The Peterborough Police Service Traffic Unit is investigating after a vehicle left the road and struck a pedestrian in the area of Charlotte Street and Reid Street.
It happened at approximately 3:45pm on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

The 43-year-old pedestrian was taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre for treatment of several injuries. The 78-year-old driver was not injured.
The road was closed for several hours while the Traffic Unit conducted a reconstruction of the collision. The investigation is continuing.

Anyone with information or video footage is asked to contact the Traffic Unit at 705-876-1122 x289 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca

➡Collision – Lansdowne Street and Dobbin Road
An 88-year-old Peterborough man was flown to a Toronto hospital after he was struck by a vehicle in a store parking lot.

It happened about 5:50pm on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. There was police presence in the area while the Traffic Unit conduction a collision reconstruction.
The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information or video footage is asked to contact the Traffic Unit at 705-876-1122 x289 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca

https://www.peterboroughpolice.com/en/news/further-to-media-release-for-thursday-may-28-2026.aspx

The area of Charlotte St and Reid St is reopened. Thank you.
05/28/2026

The area of Charlotte St and Reid St is reopened. Thank you.

Address

500 Water Street, PO Box 2050
Peterborough, ON
K9J7Y4

Telephone

705-876-1122

Website

http://www.peterboroughpolice.com/

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