Wanted Peterborough man found with fentanyl, provides false ID during traffic stop: police

A Peterborough man is facing drug-related charges following a traffic stop on Tuesday night.

According to the Peterborough Police Service, around 8 p.m., an officer on patrol noticed a vehicle being driven in a suspicious manner, including an attempt to turn into a construction zone in the area of Stewart and McDonnell streets.

Police say the officer initiated a traffic stop. The driver allegedly falsely identified himself and the officer determined he was wanted on an outstanding warrant by another police service. Officers say they also located a quantity of cash and suspected fentanyl.

Shane Whiteman, 42, of Peterborough, was arrested and charged with possession of a Schedule 1 substance, operation of a motor vehicle while prohibited, obstructing a peace officer, driving while under suspension and disobeying a stop sign.

He was released to the other police service on the strength of the warrant. He is scheduled to appear in court in Peterborough on Sept. 2 on the local charges.

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