(Today’s Northumberland file photo)
A Cobourg Police Service officer who was exposed to fentanyl during a warrant arrest on the evening of September 21, 2025, has been released from the hospital and is expected to have a full recovery.
Statement from Chief Paul VandeGraaf
“This incident is a stark reminder of the unpredictable dangers our officers face daily. Thanks to the quick actions of our team, a potentially life-threatening situation was averted.
We are grateful for the emergency service partners and the Northumberland Hills Hospital staff,” said Chief Paul VandeGraaf.
“This poison that is on our streets knows no bounds. We will continue to ensure EVERY person in possession of any amount of a controlled substance is charged and put before the courts when able.
Furthermore, our officers are working tirelessly to disrupt the flow of illicit substances and hold dealers accountable for spreading this throughout our community.
I challenge the court system to hold offenders accountable at every stage of the process.
Strict bail hearing processes, combined with community-centric and stringent conditions, demonstrate this commitment to keeping our community safe.
The safety of our residents and frontline personnel continues to be our top priority.”
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
