Durham Region Police – Female Arrested After Stealing a Security Vehicle (Name Released)

In Police Blotter

A woman is facing charges after stealing a marked security vehicle and attempting to flee police while impaired in Whitby.

On Monday, February 24, 2025, at approximately 1:40 a.m., members from Central West Division responded to a stolen vehicle in progress call at 625 Victoria Street East. According to reports, an unidentified woman had stolen a marked security vehicle and fled the scene.

Officers quickly located the vehicle nearby and attempted to initiate a traffic stop, however she refused to comply. As the vehicle slowed for a red light, officers successfully boxed it in and arrested the woman without incident. Upon removing her from the vehicle, officers determined she was also impaired by alcohol.

Jessica POMERLEAU, age 40 of Quebec is charged with Theft of Motor Vehicle, Operation while Impaired, Flight from Peace Officer, Mischief/Damage Property Under $5000 and Operation While Impaired – Exceed Blood Alcohol Concentration.

She was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with any new information is asked to contact Durham Regional Police at 1-888-579-1520.
Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

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