The Cobourg Police Service (CPS) bi-weekly update provides an overview of break and enters, theft from motor vehicles, mischief, and other crime trends in the Town of Cobourg over two weeks. From June to August, the bi-weekly report will include an update on Dynamic Patrol efforts and their impact over the same period.
From July 15 to 28, 2024, CPS responded to 858 calls for service.
• Break and enter: Five (5) – Queen Street, Elgin Street East, Strathy Road, Division Street, Elgin Street West
• Theft from vehicles: Three (3) – King Street East, William Street, Division Street
• Distraction Thefts: None this timeframe
• Mischief: Four (4) – King Street East, Cottesmore Avenue, King Street East, DePalma Drive
• Fraud: Five (5) – including a Phone Scam, Online Marketplace Fraud, and providing false identity, and online phishing scam, and amazon scam
2024 CPS Downtown Community Safety Action Plan – Dynamic Patrol
Since May 1, 2024, the 2024 Downtown Action Plan comprises a series of proactive crime prevention measures alongside ongoing harm reduction programs. Dynamic Patrol was deployed in the downtown area and surrounding neighbourhoods and parks at the beginning of May and will continue throughout the spring and summer. This initiative focuses on increasing police presence, engagement opportunities, bail enforcement, warrant execution, and probation condition compliance in the Town of Cobourg.
From July 15 to 28, police conducted 67 foot patrols, responded to one suspected drug poisoning call, and conducted 101 property checks within the downtown core and surrounding neighbourhoods, including Victoria Park and east to the encampment.
During this time, officers issued:
• Zero Liquor License ticket and/or caution
• One Trespass to Property tickets
• 36 Highway Traffic Act tickets
A total of 15 arrests were made during this time period in the Town of Cobourg.
• Six (6) arrests were individuals wanted on outstanding warrants or for bail violations.
• Five (5) individuals were arrested on a warrant held by another police service and were returned to the
jurisdiction of the warrant.
Dynamic Patrol is an ongoing initiative, and officers will be deployed as necessary in various areas of the
community. In addition to enhancing police-related responses to ensure people feel safe, CPS continues to work with partners and community agencies to support all residents. The Homelessness Addiction Response Program (HARP) and Mental Health Engagement and Response Team (M-HEART) continue to connect with residents and conduct daily patrols throughout the Town of Cobourg.
Report Crime and Suspicious Activity
We encourage community members to report suspicious activity and crime, whether big or small. Reports help us identify crime patterns and trends, which allows us to better serve our community by redeploying resources where they are needed. Reports are reviewed and assigned for follow-up.
How to Report
Report non-emergency crimes such as theft, traffic complaints, damage to property, damage to vehicle and lost property online or by phone. Visit cobourgpoliceservice.com/online-reporting or phone 905-372-6821. Note that reports cannot be taken over social media or via email.
Crime Stoppers provides an anonymous way for residents to report crime or information about criminal
activities. Tips received through Crime Stoppers may be eligible for a cash reward. To leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers, call 1-800-222-TIPS or visit stopcrimehere.ca.
If you are in an emergency or witness a crime in progress, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
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