Category: Press Release

Mental Health

On October 17th at 10:12 am, Brockville Police received information from the mother of a local 18 year old man regarding his mental health.  She indicated he had texted her, advising he swallowed a quantity of pills.

Officers located the young male on his bike in the area of Ormond Street and Bramshot Avenue.  He was weaving in and out of traffic, trying to elude Police.  He was apprehended in the area of Parkedale Avenue and California Avenue.  An escort was provided to hospital for appropriate care.

There are no charges stemming from the incident.

Impaired Driver on Motorbike

On October 17th at 5:02 pm, Brockville Police stopped two males operating an ATV and a motorbike near the tracks on Perth Street.

The 22 year old operating the ATV was issued warnings under the Highway Traffic Act.  T

he operator of the motorbike, a local 23 year old, was arrested for impaired driving.  He was taken in front of a breath technician and provided two samples of his breath.  Both samples registered readings one and a half times the legal limit.  His licence is now suspended for 90 days and the bike was impounded.  Charges of impaired driving and driving over the legal limit were laid and the accused was released with a future court date.

Warrant

On October 14th at 8:21 am, Brockville Police attended the Kingston Police Service to escort a wanted man back to Brockville.

The 32 year old Kingston resident failed to attend court on August 26th in Brockville. He was arrested and charged with failing to attend court and taken to bail court on Friday afternoon.

Intoxicated at Court

On October 14th at 9:16 am, Brockville Police arrested a local woman at the court house when she showed up for her appearance in an intoxicated state. The 51 year old was breaching her probation order as a result. She was later released with a summons to deal with the new charge.

Neighbour Dispute

On October 14th at 2:51 pm, Brockville Police attended a neighbour dispute in the north end of the city.

A local 57 year old man began throwing tomatoes at his 58 year old neighbour. The neighbour was then subjected to being sprayed with a hose and decided he had enough, contacting Police. Officers arrested the man to prevent a further breach of the peace. He was released later in the day without charges after settling down and being given a warning for his behaviour.

Warrant

On October 15th at 4:12 pm, Brockville Police attended the Ottawa Police Service to escort a local 35 year old man back to Brockville. The man had been arrested by their Service as a result of a warrant held by us. On September 27th the man failed to attend a court appearance in Brockville, resulting in the issuance of a warrant. He was held in custody and will appear later today in bail court.

Police Assistance

On October 15th at 6:06 pm, Brockville Police assisted the RCMP and Port Authorities in locating a boat at Blockhouse Island.

The operator and passengers of the boat, from New York state, had been reported as possibly impaired and had not reported in when arriving in Canada. Officers located the parties at a King Street West restaurant. Brockville Police provided assistance escorting the individuals to Prescott. At the time of this report, there is no information on the number of people involved, ages etc. The investigation is being conducted by the RCMP and American agencies.

Fire

On October 16th at 3:02 am, Brockville Police received information of a garbage can on fire in the area of King Street West and John Street. Officers put the fire out with an onboard fire extinguisher. Police believe the fire was an arson. There are no suspects at this time.

Strange Behaviour

On October 16th at 3:48 pm, Brockville Police attended the area of highway #2 and Lyn Road in regards to a man acting strangely.

A local 37 year old was reported to be running out into traffic. He would not co-operate with Officers on the scene and was very agitated. He was arrested for his own protection, Police were uncertain as to whether he had ingested a drug or not. He was released without charges when his demeanor changed.

Domestic Dispute

On October 16th at 4:14 pm, Brockville Police attended a domestic dispute at a south end residence.

A local 49 year old man was engaged in a dispute with his commom-law. Their adult daughter was also present. Information provided, described the man outside the residence yelling and also intoxicated. Officers spoke to the parties involved and arrested the man to prevent a further breach of the peace. He was released without charges when sober.

Theft of Wallet

On October 17th at 5:41 am, Brockville Police spoke to a south end resident regarding theft of his wallet. The victim discovered his credit card had already been used at several locations within the city. The investigation is ongoing into a suspect.

Theft of Tractor

On October 13th at 4:17 am, a transport tractor was stolen from a business on California Avenue. The vehicle was a 2014, Peterbuilt, white in colour with an Ontario licence plate of 9368PS. The Grenville OPP also had a tractor trailer stolen from the Cardinal area around the same time. It is possible the two incidents are related but there are no suspects at this time.

Breach of Release Conditions

Earlier this week, Brockville Police charged a local 17 year old with two counts of mischief. He was released on conditions while awaiting his court date. One of the conditions involved a curfew from 10:00 pm. – 6:00 am.

On October 14th at 12:30 am, Officers noticed the accused operating a vehicle on Stewart Blvd. The vehicle was stopped and the young man was arrested and charged with breaching his release conditions. When searching the accused after his arrest, Officers located a small amount of marijuana on his person. He was released later the same day on the new charges of breaching his release conditions and possession of a controlled substance.

Breach of Release Conditions

In July of 2015, Brockville Police arrested a local 25 year old man for dangerous driving and breaching outstanding release conditions. He was released on conditions which included no consumption of alcohol or drugs. The accident involved the man striking a utility pole at Stewart Blvd. and Central Avenue then fleeing the scene. A trial date was set for next year to deal with those charges.

On October 14th at 3:11 am, Brockville Police spoke with the accused on a south end street after he indicated he was having trouble trying to find a friend in the area. Officers noted the man had been drinking and arrested him for violating his release conditions.

Back at the station, Officers searched a back pack the subject was carrying and located a large amount of marijuana, scales and sandwich bags. All items required to traffic in the substance when selling to potential clients. Another charge of possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking was added to the list along with another breach of his conditions. He was held in custody for a bail hearing.

The Brockville Police Service discovered an alarming number of residential break and enters that began mid-summer. In most of these incidents, the home owners slept while the culprits entered their residence and stole various items. More than twenty (20) homes had property removed. Recently, a stolen camera was sold at a local pawn shop, giving the case its first break.

On October 5th in the early evening hours, members of the Brockville Police Service Emergency Response Team and our Intelligence Office, executed two search warrants on apartments in the north end of the city. Officers recovered stolen property from a majority of the victims as well as items with no complainant as of the time of this report.

Police arrested two males and a female, all local, who had different levels of involvement. The first male, 20 years of age, has been charged with 3 counts of break and enter, 7 counts of possession of stolen property and theft. The second male, also 20 years of age, has been charged with possession of stolen property and theft in relation to an incident reported to the Leeds OPP. The female, 22 years of age, was charged with 8 counts of possession of stolen property. All three parties originally appeared in bail court but have since been released on numerous conditions.

Most of the property recovered was returned to the victims. Police still have several sets of keys outstanding along with a purse.

The accused parties did not target individual people. They wandered different areas of the city and took advantage of any opportunities presented by way of an insecure window or door that allowed easy access. We believe other citizens may have been victims but have not contacted Police. If you feel your home or vehicle was entered, please contact us. It helps establish crime patterns or tie suspects to minor thefts that lead to bigger crimes. When following up these crimes with the home owners, there was an extensive feeling of victimization. Some residents reported an inability to sleep, a major violation of their safety and privacy, all secondary to stolen possessions. Officers are now gathering information from residents on the impact these events have had on their lives.

Lastly, we have to try and remove the opportunities these offenders seek.  Insecure homes and vehicles need to be locked up. Do not leave valuables in your vehicle. Leaving patio doors and windows open, cars unlocked, provides easy access for these criminals. A lot of effort, time and co-operation was required to identify the responsible culprits and then follow up with recovered property and connect with the victims. Thanks to the Officers involved and the community at large for stopping these individuals.

Domestic Assault

On October 12th at 9:00 am, Brockville Police were conducting residence checks along with mental health workers. This program checks on community residents who may in need of mental health services prior to becoming a crisis situation.

A resident of the south end of the city was spoken to in her home and disclosed domestic assaults of a historical nature. The victim disclosed incidents from 2012 to 2016 in which she was assaulted and choked on several occasions by her boyfriend, a resident of the Ottawa area.

During one of the incidents he mentioned getting a knife and threatening to kill her. Officers located the 62 year old accused on October 12th at 7:33 pm, while in the process of returning children belonging to both parties. He was arrested and charged with choking, assault and uttering threats. His release from custody involves following numerous conditions. The victim suffered non-life threatening injuries which did not require medical attention.

Break and Enter

On October 12th at 1:15 pm, Brockville Police attended a south end home to investigate a break and enter involving a rear yard shed. Sometime over the last two days, suspects broke into the resident’s shed and removed a number of power and hand tools. The investigation continues into responsible parties.

Mischiefs

On September 9th, Brockville Police responded to Tim Hortons on Parkedale Avenue after a local 17 year old damaged a bike belonging to another local teen. Officers began a mischief investigation at that time.

On October 9th at 3:56 am, Police responded to a residence in the central/east portion of the city, after a chunk of asphalt was thrown at the front door. The same youth was found to be responsible for both incidents.

On October 11th, Officers located the youth, arresting and charging him with two counts of mischief. He was released on conditions and issued a future court and fingerprint date.

Mischief In Cells

On October 11th, in the early afternoon, a 17 year old male youth from the Gananoque area was in cells at the Brockville court house. He was awaiting his appearance in bail court after being charged with offences he committed in his home town. The young man, for whatever reason, decided to bust the sprinkler head from the ceiling in his cell. An additional charge of mischief was laid and the youth was remanded to another date.

Bail Violation

On October 7^th 2016 at approximately 17:00, a 32 year old male attended the police station to sign-in as required by his court release conditions. However, the male showed up late and while speaking to an officer, it was found that the male had been consuming alcohol contrary to his release conditions. He was arrested and held for bail court.

RIDE Program

On October 7^th 2016, police set up a RIDE program on William Street. A 26 year old female and a 38 year old male entered the RIDE stop and spoke with officers. After interacting with both parties, police arrested both the male and female for possession of a controlled substance. A search of the vehicle found a large quantity of marihuana and cash. The female was charged with possession for the purpose and later released. The male was charged with possession for the purpose as well as breaching court release conditions. He was held for bail court.

Mischief

In the early hours of October 9^th 2016, police attended to Brockville City Bus Lines in regards to smoke in the area. Six school buses were found to have significant damage to several windows, tail lights as well as having fire extinguishers being discharged inside. Police are still investigating.

Domestic Dispute

Later in the evening of October 9^th, a 28 year old male and his girlfriend engaged in an argument at their south end residence. During the course of the argument, the male proceeded to break several items in the residence. The male was arrested and charged with mischief and was released with a future court date.

Domestic Dispute

In the early morning hours of October 10^th, a 23 year old female engaged in a verbal altercation with her boyfriend after returning home from the bar. Police attended and both parties were separated for the night. The female was on conditions not to consume alcohol and was charged with breaching conditions. She was released at the scene with a future court date.

Unwanted Person

On October 10^th 2016, police attended a downtown establishment at approximately 4:30 pm for an unwanted patron. A 61 year old male was involved in a verbal altercation with staff. The male was found to be intoxicated and was arrested for public intoxication. He was released from custody later when sober.

Break and Enter

Shortly before 10pm on October 10^th, police attended a center town business for a break and enter.

Unknown suspects entered and caused considerable damage to windows and setting off fire extinguishers. A small fire was set and a fire alarm station was pulled prompting Brockville Fire to attend.

The matter is still being investigated.

Trouble With Son

On September 30th at 1:49 pm, Brockville Police attended a north end apartment complex after several 911 calls about an unknown disturbance.

Officers learned a local 18 year old male was locked out of the apartment he shared with his mother. She no longer wished for him to reside there due to behavioural issues. The young man broke the living room window to gain entry. He was arrested and charged with mischief as well as breaching his current probation order. Shortly afterwards, the accused was released on conditions and a different address.

Drunk and Unwanted

On September 30th at 2:49 pm, Brockville Police attended an apartment on King Street West in regards to an unwanted person.

A local 61 year old male, asked Police to remove his 62 year old buddy from his residence after their conversation turned sour. The other male would not leave when requested and was noted to be heavily intoxicated. Officers arrested the man to prevent a further breach of the peace. He was released without charges when sober.

Public Intoxication

On September 30th at 7:06 pm, Brockville Police attended a north end box store after reports of a man walking around drinking beer in the business. Officers located the local 42 year old shortly before his arrest for public intoxication. He was released with a fine when sober.

Domestic Dispute

On September 30th at 10:14 pm, Brockville Police received information of a domestic dispute taking place in a north end complex.

Officers spoke to a local 38 year old man who had been drinking and was not getting along with his girlfriend. He was arrested to prevent a further breach of the peace and released without charges when sober.

Mistreatment of Pet Leads to Charges

On October 1st at 1:00 am, Brockville Police approached a man outside a King Street East bar.

Officers witnessed the local 50 year old being refused entry to the establishment by staff. He then began tossing a dog into the air and handing the animal around to others in the area while holding it upside down.

When spoken to by Police, it was discovered the man was under release conditions, which included no consumption of alcohol.  These conditions stemmed from domestic assault charges in the Hamilton area. They also hold a warrant for the man after he failed to show up for court. He was arrested and charged with breaching his undertaking by drinking.

On route to the station, he threatened to smash the escorting Officers teeth in and minutes later spit at the same Officer from his cell. The man will appear in bail court and faces additional charges of uttering threats and assault Police. Even if free to go on local charges, Hamilton Officers will be ready to escort the accused back to their jurisdiction to deal with charges there.

Assist Ambulance

On October 1st at 2:09 am, Brockville Police attended the King Street West area after a local male took off from ambulance staff.

The 17 year old had called for help due to cutting his finger and was bandaged up. He indicated he needed to get to his girlfriend’s house and fled on foot. Police attended the area and located him after searching for several minutes.

At that time, he was arrested and charged with public intoxication. Once back at the station, the youth removed his dressing and smeared his blood from ceiling to floor. The cell was useless for housing prisoners until staff attended the station to sanitize the area. The young man was released when sober and charged with mischief.

Impaired Driver

On October 1st at 4:13 am, Brockville Police stopped a motor vehicle in the south/west portion of the city.

The local, 31 year old, male driver was arrested for impaired driving. Samples of his breath registered more than double the legal limit. His local, 32 year old, male passenger was causing problems for Police during the traffic stop. He was arrested as well for public intoxication and released when sober with a fine.

The driver was charged with operating a motor vehicle while impaired, over the legal limit and breaching his probation order.

Break and Enter

On October 1st at 7:58 am, Brockville Police attended a north end apartment complex in regards to a break and enter.

Sometime between midnight and 7 am, an insecure window was entered on the ground floor unit and different items removed.

The investigation is ongoing.

Dog Killed in Attack

On October 1st at 4:44 pm, Brockville Police responded to a dog attack complaint at a south end residence.

A dog entered a neighbour’s yard and began attacking their dog. The owner of the aggressor, along with a male friend of his, attended to try and pull the animals apart. They were not having much success and the friend pulled out a knife and stabbed the dog several times to try and stop the fight. Still having no luck, the friend finally destroyed the animal by striking it in the head with a blunt object.

The neighbour’s pet was taken to an animal hospital for treatment of its injuries.

Domestic Dispute

On October 2nd at 3:01 am, Brockville Police attended a south end residence after a report of an intoxicated man outside the home.

Officers spoke to a local 51 year old man, who indicated he was looking for his dog. He had blood on his hands and his story didn’t line up. Officers entered the home and spoke to his spouse. She indicated there had been a verbal dispute between the two and her husband had cut his hand after striking a drinking glass. Police arrested the intoxicated man to avoid a further breach of the peace. He was released without charges when sober.

Man with Drugs Draws Attention

On October 2nd at 6:20 am, Brockville Police attended the pathway between St. Paul Street and Henry Street after a complaint of a man yelling and sounding an air horn.

As Officers were walking the path they discovered a 24 year old male from the Ottawa area who was standing in the bushes. It appeared he was just pulling up his pants and there were several pair of women’s underwear on the ground at his feet. He was found in possession of numerous other pairs of women’s underwear and bras.

After questioning, the man admitted they were his and indicated an obsession for same. The Ottawa Police Service had charged the subject in August of this year with numerous criminal offences including drug charges. One of the conditions of his release there involved not possessing any unlawful substances. Brockville Police searched a back pack carried by the accused and discovered varied amounts of mushrooms, heroin, cocaine, marijuana and speed. Scales and other drug paraphernalia were seized also. The young man was arrested and charged with breaching his release conditions as well as possession of a drug for the purposes of trafficking.

He was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Male Uncooperative in Domestic Dispute

On October 3rd at 3:14 am, Brockville Police attended a domestic dispute at a south end apartment building.

Officers could hear a woman screaming from street level and attended the unit in question. A male voice told them they could not come in. Police obtained a key and gained entry after some effort. The male had tied off the knob of the door with a cable. At one point the subject tried to exit a rear fire escape but observed an Officer behind the building and re-entered the apartment.

Police spoke with the woman involved and she indicated the dispute was verbal in nature. The male, a local 24 year old, was arrested for obstructing Police. He was held for a bail hearing.

Of note, he had been placed on probation in September of 2014 for attempt robbery.  In August of this year, he was charged with obstructing a Police Officer and breaching an undertaking.

Missing Person

Tyler Kerr, 30 years of age, is missing and believed to be in the Ottawa area. Police are concerned and wanting to make sure the male is alright.

Break and Enter

Overnight, on October 4^th, police responded to an address in the south end of Brockville in regards to the home owner hearing his front door open and close. Entry was not gained and nothing taken.

Police also responded later to a Break and Enter in the center area of Brockville. Homeowner woke up and noticed that her purse was missing. Entry was gained thru a sliding window in the basement. Purse and wallet were taken.

Police are encouraging residents to keep doors locked and report any suspicious activity.

Outstanding Crimes Solved

On September 28th the Brockville Police reported a mischief to a bar on King Street East during overnight hours. A front window had been smashed out of the business. On that same date, we took a report of a vacant property, which was under renovation,

suffering mischief. The front door had been tore of the residence in the south end of the city. We then attended a south end business for a mischief complaint. A cement block had been thrown through the front door glass. In the afternoon of the 28th, Brockville Police took a theft from vehicle complaint in the south end of the city. Loose change had been stolen and the vehicle was ransacked.

On October 4th, at approximately 4:30 pm, Brockville Police completed an investigation into these incidents. A local 21 year old male has been arrested and charged as the responsible party in all the above mentioned crimes. Charges of mischief (3 counts), break and enter and theft have been laid. The young man was released with a future court date and given some conditions to abide by.

Mental Health

On October 4th at 9:19 pm, Brockville Police attended a south end residence for a noise complaint.

A local 51 year old woman informed Officers that people on the street began yelling at her through a window. After conversing with her, Police felt her complaint was unfounded and she was having some mental health difficulties. She was apprehended under the Mental Health Act and escorted to hospital for appropriate care.

Three Day Suspension

On October 5th at 12:15 am, Brockville Police attended the north end of Perth Street in regards to a vehicle idling on the shoulder of the roadway.

Officers spoke to a local 56 year old man who they noted had been consuming alcohol. A demand was given for a sample of his breath into a roadside screening device. The sample registered a “warn”, indicating a blood alcohol level over .05% but under the impaired driving limit. His licence was suspended for 72 hours and the vehicle was towed.

Assisting Ottawa Police

On October 5th at 9:20 am, Brockville Police Officers assisted the ROPE Unit (Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement) of the OPP.

They arrested a local 53 year old male wanted in the Ottawa area for domestic related charges. Officers attended a north end apartment complex to make the arrest, completed without incident. The man was held in custody at our Service until Ottawa Officers arrived to complete the escort back to their city.

Suicide Threat

On October 5th at 11:31 am, Brockville Police attended one of our high schools after a local18 year old indicated he wanted to take his life. Officers apprehended the young man under the Mental Health Act and escorted him to hospital. He was left in the care of medical staff to obtain the proper care.

Shoplifting

On October 5th at 2:54 pm, Brockville Police attended a north end grocery store to deal with a shoplifter.

A local 55 year old man loaded a cart with almost $800.00 worth of goods and exited the store making no attempt to pay. Store security apprehended the subject and called Police. Officers arrested the male for theft and released him with a future court and fingerprint date.

Vehicle Seized For Stunt Driving

On October 5th at 5:59 pm, Brockville Police stopped a vehicle on the 401 after a reading of 151 km/hr captured on radar. The 50 year old, male driver, resides in the Gatineau area. He was charged with stunt driving and his vehicle was seized for 7 days. A court date was issued to deal with the offence.

Medical Concern

On October 5th at 8:06 pm, Brockville Police attended the Brockville General Hospital to assist in locating a female patient.

The local 50 year old left the facility before blood work came back indicating a concern for her well being. Officers located the woman in the south end of the city and returned her to medical staff for appropriate care.

Bail Violation

On October 5th at 8:43 pm, Brockville Police attended a north end apartment complex to follow up an investigation.

A local 18 year old male not involved in their purpose at the building was spoken to about his identity. Officers learned the male was on release conditions for a mischief charge, with a condition forbidding him from attending the complex. The young man was arrested for breaching his release document and held in custody for a bail hearing.

Family Dispute

On October 5th at 11:18 pm, Brockville Police attended an apartment building in the center of the city for a family dispute. Two brothers, 21 and 19 years of age, both consuming alcohol, engaged in a verbal dispute.

Officers discovered the older one was wanted for failing to attend court for outstanding charges. He was arrested as a result. The younger brother had left the apartment but returned in time to see his sibling in the rear of a cruiser. The dispute now forgotten, the 19 year old began causing problems for Police. He was arrested for being intoxicated in a public place.

In the morning, the 21 year old was released on new paperwork and given a future court date. The 19 year old was issued a fine and they walked away together again.

Break and Enter

On September 29th at 8:17 am, Brockville Police attended a residential break and enter in the north end of the city.

Overnight, entry was gained to a home while the owners were sleeping. A wallet and purse as well as a camera were removed from the residence. The residents became aware of the crime when someone from the area called them to report finding the wallet near the soccer fields on Laurier Blvd.

The investigation is continuing and Police believe this incident is connected to other recent break and enters.

Theft From Vehicle

On September 29th at 4:48 pm, Brockville Police received a complaint involving a theft of cash from a parked vehicle.

The victim reports returning to her south end residence around 4:15 pm. and only ten minutes later, attended her car in the driveway and noted the theft. No one was observed in the area.  At this time, there are no suspects.

Unwanted Intoxicated Male

On September 29th at 10:42 pm, Brockville Police attended a King Street West eatery in regards to an unwanted person. The local 40 year old was intoxicated and being belligerent with staff. He refused to leave when first asked. Officers located the man outside the front door of the establishment. He was intoxicated and not following direction very well.

For his own safety and the safety of others, he was arrested and charged with public intoxication. When sober, the man was released from custody and issued a fine.

Property Mischiefs

On September 30th at 1:12 am, Brockville Police attended a residence on Tupper Street in regards to a mischief.

The home owner awoke after hearing noises in her front yard. She observed two large flower pots overturned but the responsible individuals had already fled the area.

This morning, Police took reports of mischiefs from several other residents in the north end of the city. A windshield was smashed out of a vehicle in the Kensington area, a pumpkin was thrown at another parked vehicle causing body damage. Approximately eight complaints have been received to this point involving breaking of solar lights, flower pots busted etc.

Two suspects were observed fleeing from one of the homes. A senseless string of crimes that affected many members of the community.

If anyone has information that might help us identify these individuals, please contact us as soon as possible. (613) 342-0127, Ext. ‘0’.

Dumpster Fire

On September 30th at 3:08 am, Brockville Police attended the rear parking lot of a north end apartment complex with the Brockville Fire Department. An active fire was taking place in the dumpster for the building. It is unknown at this point whether the fire was accidental or arson.

The Brockville Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance regarding an altercation which took place outside of ‘The Bar’ (former Commercial Hotel) on Friday September 23rd at approximately 1030 p.m. At that time officers responded to a disturbance outside the establishment involving a group of individuals in a fight. A large crowd had gathered outside and was watching the disturbance on officer’s arrival.  As a result of the incident a male described as being in his late 30’s-early 40’s suffered significant head and facial injuries and was transported to the Brockville General Hospital where he was treated for his injuries and later released.

Investigators are looking to speak with anyone who may have been in ‘The Bar’ around the time of the incident or on King Street during the time of the altercation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Brockville Police at 613-342-0127 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.