Northumberland OPP have arrested two persons and seized a number of items following a collision.
On December 11, 2025, at approximately 10:50 a.m., Emergency Medical Services (EMS), police, and fire crews responded to a report of a vehicle that struck a tree near Oak Ridges Drive and Harwood Road in the Township of Hamilton.
Police received information that a weapon may have been inside the vehicle.
The driver fled the scene, prompting an increased police presence.
The OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) assisted with containment, and the individual was taken into custody and transported to hospital with minor injuries from the collision.
A search of the vehicle and surrounding area resulted in the seizure of an imitation weapon, suspected drugs, and drug paraphernalia.
As a result, a 27-year-old female from the Township of Hamilton, has been charged with: – Obstruct peace officer The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg in January 2026.
A 38-year-old male from Port Hope has been charged with:
– Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose
– Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
– Driving while under suspension
– Fail to remain
The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg Northumberland 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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