Peterborough police are investigating after a dog became ill Saturday (January 14) after ingesting illicit drugs while on the property of Monsignor O’Donoghue Catholic School.
Police were notified by the dog’s owner that the dog ate something while they were on the school’s property at 2400 Marsdale Drive and subsequently became ill.
Further investigation determined the dog had ingested a substance containing illicit drugs. The dog is now recovering.
A search of the property by officers and police service dog Isaac, a drug detection specialist, did not reveal any more items or suspicious substances.
The Peterborough Victoria Northumberland Clarington Catholic District School Board has been made aware of the incident and is working with police to ensure the safety of the property.
Residents are urged to report any suspicious activity or incidents in their neighbourhoods. Anyone with information specific to this incident is asked to contact Peterborough police at 705-876-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at stopcrimehere.ca.
