Media Release for Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Calls for Service:
(Jan 19 at 8:00am – Jan 20 at 8:00am) 117

Impaired Arrest

A 47-year-old Peterborough man is facing an impaired charge after an incident Monday night.

At approximately 11:55pm on January 19, 2026, an officer on general patrol in the Sherbrooke Street and Clonsilla Avenue area spotted a vehicle speeding despite the snowy conditions. The officer conducted a traffic stop in the Sherbrooke Street and Goodfellow Road area. During the stop, the officer noticed signs of impairment with the driver.

As a result of the investigation, a 47-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Entire plate not plainly visible (Highway Traffic Act) (Plate Cover)

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

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court February 24, 2026.

A reminder that the Peterborough Police Service that impaired is impaired. Please plan ahead for a safe ride home. Everyone is responsible for ensuring our roads are safe.

 

Sandra Dueck
Manager, Strategic Communication Services
Peterborough Police Service
sdueck@peterborough.ca
705-876-1122 x217

 

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