Media Release for Friday, September 18, 2026

Drug Arrest

A 36-year-old Peterborough man is facing various charges after a traffic stop on Thursday evening.

At approximately 5:30pm on September 17, 2026, officers with the Community F.I.R.S.T Unit were on general patrol in the downtown area and observed a vehicle driving near George Street and Townsend Street with unconfirmed insurance. 

Officers initiated the traffic stop. While speaking to the occupants, drug paraphernalia was located within the vehicle. A 36-year-old male was placed under arrest and the vehicle was searched.

As a result of the investigation, a 36-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged with:

• Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
• Possession of a Schedule I substance
• Possession of a Schedule III substance

After further investigation, officers learned that the accused is also currently bound by a weapons and ammunition prohibition order. The order states the accused is prohibited from possessing any prohibited firearm, restricted firearm, prohibited weapon, prohibited device and prohibited ammunition for life. The accused was further charged with:

• Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order

The accused was transported to the Peterborough Police Station and further released on an appearance notice. The accused is scheduled to attend court on December 8, 2026. 

Chelsea Russelle  
Community Development & Engagement Coordinator
Strategic Communication Services
Peterborough Police Service
935@peterboroughpolice.ca