Cobourg Man Charged with Driving While Prohibited
A 59-year-old Cobourg man is facing charges after driving while prohibited.
On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at approximately 6:45 p.m., an officer was on patrol in the area of University Avenue West at Division Street when he observed a man operating a vehicle that was on numerous driving suspensions and prohibitions, including conditions not to occupy the driver’s seat of a vehicle.
A traffic stop was initiated, and as a result, the 59-year-old Cobourg man was arrested and charged with Driving While Under Suspension, Operation While Prohibited, Failing to Surrender an Insurance Card, and two counts of Fail to Comply with Undertaking. The accused was held in custody pending a Show Cause hearing.
Two Youths Charged with Theft
Two youths are facing charges following a report of theft.
On May 12, 2025, at approximately 1:30 p.m., police responded to a theft at a business on King Street.
The suspects had already left the scene when police arrived. Following an investigation, the suspects were identified.
On May 22, 2025, a 16-year-old male and a 17-year-old female, both from Cobourg, were arrested and jointly charged with Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000.
They were released on Undertakings with future court dates.
Cobourg Woman Charged with Assaulting Police
An 18-year-old Cobourg woman has been charged after spitting in an officer’s face during a disturbance call on Thursday night.
On Thursday, May 22, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., police responded to a disturbance involving two individuals in a physical altercation, both under the influence of alcohol. Officers attempted to separate the individuals.
One tried to push past officers to re-engage in the confrontation.
To prevent a breach of the peace, officers removed one individual from the residence and released them into the care of family.
After being released, the individual spat in the face of an officer without warning or provocation. As a result, the 18-year-old Cobourg woman was arrested and charged with Assaulting a Peace Officer.
She was held in custody pending a Show Cause Hearing.
(Editor’s Note: Cobourg Police have still not released any information concerning a suspicious fire in downtown Cobourg)
Author: Pete Fisher
Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love
