A 28-year-old Port Hope man is facing charges after allegedly impersonating a first responder during a medical emergency.
In mid-May 2026, the Cobourg Police Service Criminal Investigation Bureau opened an investigation after learning that a man, presenting as a first responder, had attended and entered a private residence without the homeowner’s permission while an individual inside was in medical distress. The man allegedly provided medical assistance without consent before leaving the residence when paramedics arrived on scene. It is believed the individual became aware of the emergency by monitoring first responder radio communications.
Through investigation, police identified the man. On May 27, 2026, as part of the investigation, police executed a search warrant at a residence in Port Hope.
As a result, 28-year-old Jordan Stevenson-Smith was arrested without incident and charged with the following:
- Unlawfully in a dwelling house contrary to section 349(1) of the Criminal Code
- Personating a Peace Officer contrary to section 130(1)(a) of the Criminal Code.
Stevenson-Smith operates the I.H.A.R.C. outreach. The accused was released with conditions and a future court date.
Cobourg Police would like to remind the public that entering a private residence without the homeowner’s consent and presenting as a first responder without authorization are both criminal offences. Residents are asked to allow emergency personnel to perform their duties and to report any suspicious or concerning behaviour to police.
