Peterborough County OPP are looking for additional victims after an individual was arrested and charged with kidnapping, sexual assault and other offences.
On Wednesday, September 3, OPP received a call from an individual who reported finding a tracking device on their vehicle.
Police initiated an investigation and located a second tracking device and victim.
On Thursday, November 20, members of the Peterborough County OPP Crime Unit executed a warrant at a residence in Peterborough, arresting 58-year-old Dale Sheets.
He is charged with
• Criminal harassment – repeatedly follow – two counts
• Forcible confinement
• Kidnapping
• Sexual assault
The accused was held for bail and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on a later date.
Investigators believe there may be additional victims.
The accused and victims were members of the same community of Peterborough and Peterborough County at the time of the incidents.
OPP are encouraging anyone who may have been a victim, or has information related to these incidents, to come forward and contact the Peterborough County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Police note that this occurrence is not related to the increased OPP presence in Peterborough City on Tuesday November 25.
Police have also issued a Public Safety Advisory:
Criminals may attempt to place tracking devices on vehicles without your knowledge. Common exterior hiding spots include:
• Under the bumper: Often attached with magnets for easy concealment.
• Inside wheel wells: Hidden behind tires and protected from view.
• Behind the licence plate: A discreet location with good signal reception.
• Under the car frame: Secured with magnets or adhesive underneath the vehicle.
These are the most common spots, but trackers can be placed anywhere on or inside a vehicle, so inspect thoroughly. If you find a suspicious device, do not remove it yourself and contact local police immediately.
