Kawartha Lakes Police Service Media Release October 16, 2023

Assault Suspect Outstanding

On Sunday, October 15, 2023 at approximately 2:00am officers were called to an assault on York Street. Officers learned that a verbal confrontation between two males inside a business had become physical, resulting in one male suffering injuries. When confronted outside the business, the suspect brandished a knife before fleeing the area. The victim was transported to the Ross Memorial Hospital for his injuries.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Kawartha Lakes Police Service at 705.324.5252. Or if you wish to provide your information anonymously you can do so through Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS (8477) or at klctrimestoppers.com.

 

Stolen Vehicle Investigation

Kawartha Lakes Police Service is investigating after a vehicle was stolen from a Russell Street West parking lot.

On Sunday, October 15, 2023, officers were made aware of the vehicle theft. It is reported that the vehicle was taken from a parking lot on Russell Street West, sometime between 3:50pm and 4:15pm on Sunday, October 15, 2023. The vehicle is described as being a white, 2021 Dodge Ram pick-up truck with Quebec license plate “J09WJE.”

Anyone with information is asked to call the Kawartha Lakes Police Service at 705.324.5252. Or if you wish to provide your information anonymously you can do so through Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS (8477) or at klctrimestoppers.com.

 

Impaired Drive Arrested

On Sunday, October 15, 2023 at 9:30pm a Kawartha Lakes Police Service constable stopped a vehicle travelling on Colborne Street West to investigate the driver for a traffic violation. While speaking with the driver, the officer observed signs of impairment. After conducting an investigation, the driver was arrested.  As a result of the investigation, a 20-year-old Verulam Township woman has been charged with operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus). The accused will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, located at 440 Kent Street West in Lindsay on November 23, 2023.

Assault with a Weapon Suspect Sought

At approximately 3:15am on Monday, October 16, 2023, officers were called to a William Street North residence for an assault. Officer learned that a verbal confrontation occurred between multiple parties and one brandished a machete, striking the victim. The victim was transported to the Ross Memorial Hospital for his injuries, where he was treated and later released.

This incident is being investigated by the Criminal Investigations Branch of the Kawartha Lakes Police Service. Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact the Kawartha Lakes Police Service at 705.324.5252. Or if you wish to provide your information anonymously you can do so through Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS (8477) or at klctrimestoppers.com.

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