Peterborough Police Urge Public to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day Responsibly; Increased Presence of Officers Throughout City and Kawarthas
/The Peterborough Police Service is asking residents choosing to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day responsibly as weighted police presence will be in the City and throughout the Kawarthas.
Photo courtesy of the Peterborough St. Patrick's Day Parade.
The extra officers will occupy the City of Peterborough, Village of Lakefield and Township of Cavan-Monaghan to respond to an anticipated increase in calls for service, such as noise or disturbance calls.
RIDE check stops will happen throughout the day and evening.
The Police remind the public to not drive impaired and ensure a safe ride home at the end of the evening.
Options for safe rides home include:
Selecting a designated driver in your group
Arrange a ride ahead of time
Stay overnight if possible
