The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are looking for additional victims after an individual was arrested and charged.
On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, the Peterborough County OPP received a call from an individual who reported finding a tracking device on their vehicle. At this time an investigation was initiated, and a second tracking device and victim were located and identified.
On Thursday, November 20, 2025, members of the Peterborough County OPP Crime Unit executed a warrant at a residence in Peterborough where Dale SHEETS, 58 from Peterborough, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with:
• Criminal harassment – repeatedly follow – two counts
• Forcible confinement
• Kidnapping
• Sexual assault
The accused was held for Bail and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on a later date.
Public Safety Advisory:
Criminals may attempt to place tracking devices on vehicles without your knowledge. Common exterior hiding spots include:
• Under the bumper: Often attached with magnets for easy concealment.
• Inside wheel wells: Hidden behind tires and protected from view.
• Behind the license plate: A discreet location with good signal reception.
• Under the car frame: Secured with magnets or adhesive underneath the vehicle.
These are the most common spots, but trackers can be placed anywhere on or inside a vehicle, so inspect thoroughly. If you find a suspicious device, do not remove it yourself and contact local police immediately.
Investigators believe there may be additional victims and are committed to ensuring all individuals affected receive the support and justice they deserve. The accused and victims were members of the same community of Peterborough and Peterborough County at the time of the incidents.
The OPP is encouraging anyone who may have been a victim, or has information related to these incidents, to come forward and contact the Peterborough County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Please note, this occurrence is not related to the increased OPP Police presence in Peterborough City on Tuesday November 25, 2025, that was reported on Wednesday November 26, 2025.
To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.
Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Author: Pete Fisher
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