A 41-year-old Cobourg woman is facing charges after a police investigation into theft at a local business.

On May 25, 2025, Cobourg Police began an investigation into a theft at a local business in the area of Spring Street and King Street.  

Video surveillance footage showed a woman selecting merchandise and placing them into a bag. The female walked past all points of purchase and left the property without payment.

On June 3, 2025, police on patrol observed the female suspect downtown, and she was arrested.  The 41-year-old Cobourg woman was charged with theft Under $5,000 and possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000. The accused was held for a bail hearing.


A 37-year-old Hamilton Township man has been charged with assault after a police investigation on Tuesday morning.

On June 3, 2025, at approximately 7:20 a.m., police responded to a report of assault in the area of College Street and King Street in the Town of Cobourg. The victim informed police that he was aggressively approached by an unknown man who shoved him to the ground while he was in his driveway.

Police located a man in the area who matched the provided description. As a result of the investigation, a 37-year-old man from Hamilton Township was arrested and charged with assault. The accused was held for a bail hearing.