Update – Peterborough Police – More Arrests in Homicide

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Three arrests have been made in connection with the homicide of a 25-year-old Peterborough man.

On Sunday, August 3, 2025, detectives in the Investigative Services Unit made an arrest.

A 17-year-old Peterborough male was arrested and charged with:

  • Accessory after the fact

The accused appeared in Weekend and Statutory Holiday (WASH) court on Sunday and was remanded into custody.

On Monday, August 4, 2025, detectives in the Investigative Services Unit made two arrests.

19-year-old Josh Crane of Peterborough was arrested and charged with:

  • Manslaughter

A 17-year-old Peterborough male was arrested and charged with:

  • Accessory after the fact
  • Breach of Release Order (Weapons)

Both the accused are being held in custody and will appear in court tomorrow, August 5, 2025.

All people at the scene at the time of the incident have been identified. No further arrests are expected.

The Peterborough Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance in this matter.  The information and tips from the community were critical in helping officers with the investigation, which has now resulted in arrests.

The 17-year-old accused males cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

Original News Release: https://www.peterboroughpolice.com/en/news/media-release-for-sunday-august-3-2025.aspx

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