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Media Release - November 27, 2025
On November 26, 2025, Port Hope Police responded to a shoplifting incident at a local pharmacy. Officers located the suspect vehicle on Highway 401 and conducted a traffic stop.
Two adult males were arrested. One was charged with Theft Under $5,000 and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime and was held for a bail hearing due to existing court conditions. The second male was charged with Theft Under $5,000 and released on conditions.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Theft of Clothing
On Wednesday, October 18, 2023, Port Hope Police made an arrest in an investigation that dates back to the spring of 2023. It was reported that guests of the Jack Burger Sports Complex were having undergarments stolen from the swimming pool changeroom. As a result of ongoing investigation, Police arrested a youth in the changeroom of the sports complex. Following the arrest, a search warrant was executed at a home in Port Hope and items relating to the theft were seized.
The youth was charged with theft under $5,000 and property obtained by crime.
Police are reminding the public to always leave personal items locked safely when unattended. There is no threat to the public.
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
