Two individuals are now facing charges following a domestic incident that took place on Sunday.
Police responded after receiving a report about theft and fraud in regards to a wallet had been stolen, and a bank card associated with it was used at a business.
The suspect was successfully located by officers and, during their conversation with her, they uncovered additional disturbing incidents that had occurred earlier in the week. These included sexual assault, domestic assault involving verbal threats, and the presence of a knife. The man who reported the stolen wallet was involved in these incidents.
As a result of the investigation, the following charges have been filed:
A 27-year-old woman from Peterborough has been arrested and charged with:
- Theft Under $5000
- Fraud Under $5000
The accused has been released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court on June 27, 2023.
A 30-year-old man from Peterborough has been arrested and charged with:
- Sexual Assault
- Assault – Spousal
- Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm – Spousal
- Overcome Resistance by Attempting to Choke, Suffocate, or Strangle Another Person
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
(Written by: Scott Arnold)
