Peterborough police close Fleming Park as they probe possible homicide

Fleming Park in Peterborough is closed on Wednesday morning as police investigate what they believe to be a homicide.

Peterborough police say it is related to a call that came around midnight from the area of George and Charlotte streets. Around that time, police responded to a reported stabbing incident.

READ MORE: Police investigate late-night stabbing in downtown Peterborough

Police said Wednesday at 8:45 p.m. that as part of the investigation, there will be a “police presence in Fleming Park near Brock and Aylmer streets this morning.”

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“We thank the public for their patience as the investigation continues.  Roads in the area are not affected at this time.”

0:57 Police investigate reported stabbing in downtown Peterborough

No other details were provided.

Police say anyone with information can call them at 705-876-1122 ext. 555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit tips online at stopcrimehere.ca.

This would be the city’s second homicide of 2023 after a woman was fatally shot at the Wolfe Street tent encampment in June.

More to come.