Peterborough Police Make Arrest in City’s First Murder of 2024

Officers were called to a housing complex at 572 Crystal Drive around 5:00 a.m. after reports of gunshots. A 32-year-old Peterborough man was found with gunshot injuries and taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre, where he was pronounced dead.

Police have arrested 37-year-old Geoff Riley in connection with a fatal shooting on Friday, April 26, 2024. Riley faces charges of second-degree murder and attempted murder.

Riley was eventually found later in the day and taken into custody for a bail hearing.

Police are asking anyone who notices suspicious activity to call 705-876-1122.