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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.
Media Release September 19, 2025
Drug Possession Charges Laid
In the early morning hours of September 19, 2025, Port Hope Police officers observed a vehicle parked behind a local business on Toronto Road. The vehicle appeared suspicious and was investigated.
During the investigation, officers located suspected cocaine and psilocybin (magic mushrooms), along with drug paraphernalia.
A 33-year-old male from Port Hope was arrested and charged with:
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Possession of a Controlled Substance (Cocaine)
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Possession of a Controlled Substance (Psilocybin)
The accused was released on an Appearance Notice with a future court date.
Port Hope Police remind the community to report suspicious activity.
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
