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Peterborough resident detains break-and-enter suspect in garage until police arrive

A Peterborough man faces a break and enter with intent charge. Global News Peterborough file

A Peterborough man is facing a break-and-enter charge following an incident in the west end of the city on Thursday evening.

According to the Peterborough Police Service, around 6:45 p.m., a Whitefield Drive resident discovered a man in a garage rummaging through items.

Police say the resident managed to keep the man in the garage until officers arrived.

As a result of the investigation, Michael Fader, 32, of Peterborough, was arrested and charged with break and enter with intent.

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He was held in custody and is scheduled to appear in court in Peterborough on Friday.

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