OPP arrest neighbour after family dog shot in Peterborough County
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Published Aug 13, 2025 • Last updated 4 days ago • 1 minute read
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Ontario Provincial Police say they have arrested and charged a 67-year-old man after his neighbours’ dog was shot and killed in Peterborough County.
Police say they were called to the scene Sunday morning after the dog owners said their pet had been missing for about a week.
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OPP say the family heard gunshots around the time the dog went missing and was led to believe their dog has been shot and killed by their neighbour.
Police say the dog’s body has since been recovered.
After speaking with all parties involved, police say they charged the neighbour, Ralph Boake, of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Township, with killing or injuring animals.
Police say he is expected to appear in court in September.
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