Man arrested after break and enter at Peterborough residence

A Peterborough man is facing break-in and other charges following an incident at a residence early Sunday.

According to the Peterborough Police Service, around 3:45 a.m., officers responded to a residential break-in where they learned someone kicked in the front door. The suspect then attempted to get into the bedroom of the female resident before fleeing when she screamed.

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Police say the victim’s neighbour assisted police in identifying a suspect.

“After several hours and obtaining a warrant, officers were able to enter the suspect’s residence and take the man into custody,” police stated.

A 61-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged with breaking into and entering a dwelling house with intent to commit an indictable offence and mischief under $5,000

The accused was held in custody and appeared in court on Sunday.