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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.
Press Release
Subsequent to the family being notified, Port Hope Police Service can now confirm that Madison Chard was located deceased in a wooded area in Port Hope yesterday. The circumstances surrounding her death are now under investigation with the assistance of the Ontario Provincial Police. At this time anyone with information is asked to contact the police at 905-885-8123 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
