Welcome to Port Hope Police Service
I would like to welcome you to the Port Hope Police Service's website. Here you will find links and other information such as our services to the public, crime prevention and our latest press releases to assist us to stay connected to our residents and visitors alike.
Our police officers and civilian support staff are very proud to provide excellent community-based policing services to this great Municipality. We work hard every day to ensure the safety and quality of day-to-day life expected by the citizens of Port Hope.
Impaired Driver
On January 23, 2023, a Cobourg citizen reported to Police that they witnessed a person attempt to use a gas pump on Division Street, but the individual was stumbling and appeared to be visually intoxicated. A “BOLO” alert was sent to Port Hope Police as the vehicle in question had a license plate that was registered to an address on Sanders Drive.
Officers attended the address and the vehicle was parked in the driveway, engine running, and a male was observed in the driver’s seat. Officers conducted a breath test with an approved screening device which the driver failed. He was then taken into custody and a qualified breath tech confirmed he was indeed impaired.
As a result, Peter RICHARDSON of Port Hope was charged with Adult Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) and Adult Operation while impaired – drugs and alcohol. Richardson was released on an Appearance Notice for a court date of February 22, 2023. He was also served a 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension, an Impound Notice, a Certificate of Qualified Technician, and a Notice of Increased Penalty.
Anyone with information on a crime are asked to contact Port Hope Police at 905-885-8123 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
