Category: Press Release

Robyn Davis has been located.  Thank you to the community for their assistance

Robbery

On April 10th at 5:12 pm., Brockville Police received a robbery complaint from a local, 25 year old male.

The man was taken from a south end residence at knife point and driven to an abandoned house east of the city. Two men and a woman were present in the vehicle during the incident.

When at their destination, the victim was struck numerous times with an unknown weapon. It appeared to be some time of wooden handle. During the drive out of town, a knife was held to the victim’s throat at some point. After the assault, the victim was driven back to the city and flagged down a passing Police Officer.

The Officer remembered seeing the suspect vehicle in the area and a search began. Officers located the vehicle behind a south end apartment building with both males inside the car.

Both local men, aged 26 years, were arrested and charged with robbery with a weapon, assault with a weapon, forcible confinement and uttering death threats. One of the males was also breaching conditions of a probation order. They were taken to bail court on April 11th and remanded into custody until the 14th. The female was released without charges.

The victim did not receive medical treatment for his injuries which were non-life threatening. The entire incident centered around an outstanding drug debt.

Community Service

On April 11th at 11:12 am, Brockville Police received a call from one of our schools concerned about the health of one of their students.

A local, 17 year old male, indicated a desire to harm himself and left the school in a vehicle. Using triangulation techniques on his cell phone, Police were able to narrow down his location in the Athens area. A request was made of the OPP to attend the area and the youth was located. He was fine physically and was taken to hospital for appropriate treatment regarding his mental health.

Theft

On April 11th at 12:22 pm, Brockville Police took a theft complaint at a south end apartment building.

The victim reported items missing from his apartment including a cell phone, coat and other personal items. The suspect in the theft is known to Police and the investigation continues while Officers seek her whereabouts.

Missing Youth

On April 11th at 4:56 pm, 15 year old, Kelsey Varacalli, ran away from her Grandmother’s residence in the south end of the city.

She is now considered a missing person and Police are following information trails in attempts to locate her.

Community Service

On April 11th at 5:18 pm, Brockville Police attended an apartment building in the center of town to deal with a struggling 67 year old man. The male was depressed over recent health issues concerning his spouse.

He was sitting in his vehicle in the parking lot of the building holding a knife to his abdomen and threatening to harm himself. Earlier, he threatened to kill his 19 year old granddaughter. He held a knife in front of her when making the threat. The man was wearing his seatbelt at the time and seated in the passenger side. Officers were concerned the man would exit the vehicle with the knife or carry through with his intent.

Officers deployed a taser which caused the knife to drop from his hand. He was then removed and handcuffed. Police then took the man to hospital for mental health reasons. He now faces charges of utter threats, assault with a weapon and weapons dangerous.

Community Service

On April 11th at 6:57 pm, Brockville Police received a request to check on the mental wellbeing of a local 21 year old man. The subject had made comments about hurting himself and had left Brockville heading to the Mallorytown area.

Brockville Police asked OPP Officers to check a residence in that area. They located the man who indicated he was not serious about his comments. Because there were no concerns for his safety after the conversation, Officers allowed the man to remain at friends for the evening.

Domestic Dispute

On April 9th at 4:30 am, Brockville Police attended a domestic dispute in a south end apartment complex.

A local, 60 year old female, was in a heated dispute with a male. The problem was the female was under court conditions not to communicate with the man, not to consume alcohol as well as a requirement to keep the peace.

The woman had been drinking which was evident when she spoke with Officers at the scene. She was arrested and charged with three counts of breaching conditions of her release. Video remand court took place later that same morning and the woman was held in custody pending bail court.

Unwanted Person

On April 9th at 2:55 am, Brockville Police attended a south end residence for an unwanted person.

A local, 35 year old man, was intoxicated and knocking on the door of the house indicating he was lost. Officers did not believe the man was capable of looking after himself. He was arrested for public intoxication and released later when sober with a fine.

Traffic Stop

On April 9th at 6:41 pm, Brockville Police received a complaint of a female motorist driving erratically on a south end street.

Officers stopped the vehicle and discovered the issue was a medical one for the local, 62 year old woman. An ambulance was called and she was taken to hospital for appropriate care. Police have no information as to her status after she was taken from the scene.

Domestic Dispute

On April 10th at 1:20 pm, Brockville Police attended the parking lot of a north end box store for a domestic dispute.

A local, 20 year old female, became involved in an argument with her 22 year old boyfriend. She decided to exit his vehicle to leave the area on foot. Her boyfriend grabbed her around the neck area and then by one of her legs to prevent her from leaving. The young woman managed to get out of the vehicle and walked away.  She was followed first on foot and then approached by him in his car, as he yelled at her to get back in the vehicle. When Officers arrived, the man had left the area.

At the station, the victim reported an assault from earlier in the week which involved her hair being pulled. The young man also threatened to kill both her and himself.

The accused attended the Police station at the request of Police later in the afternoon. He was arrested and charged with two counts of assault and uttering threats. As a result, the man was held in custody and will appear in bail court later. The victim received minor injuries as a result of the assaults.

Warrant

On April 11th at 1:41 am, Brockville Police stopped a motor vehicle to speak to the driver about an outstanding issue.

A male passenger, from the Rideau Ferry area, was found to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest from our Service. The 47 year old, was arrested for failing to attend court and failing to attend for fingerprints. His original charge was for theft.

The local man was held in custody and will appear in bail court.

Break and Enter

On April 7th at 8:04 am, Brockville Police responded to a break and enter at the Recorder on Parkedale Avenue.

Sometime overnight, unknown culprits broke into the building removing items and entered a safe within the business. Staff notified Police when reporting for work in the morning. The building was absent of alarms or video footage so the exact time of the crime is unknown at this point in the investigation.

Brockville Police Identification Unit attended for possible fingerprints or any evidence left behind and the investigation is ongoing.

Mischief

On April 7th at 12:40 pm., Brockville Police attended one of our high schools for a mischief complaint.

A 16 year old, male student, damaged a wall in the vice principal’s office. The young man was charged with mischief and released on conditions with a future court date.

Arrest

On April 7th at 1:21 pm., Brockville Police arrested a 20 year old, Smiths Falls man, in relation to the home invasion reported on March 21st.

The man attended the Police station at the request of the investigating Officer. Charges including, assault causing bodily harm, forcible entry, assault with a weapon and weapons dangerous to the public, were laid against him. He was held in custody and will appear in bail court.

Impaired Driving

On April 7th at 2:31 pm., Brockville Police received a complaint from staff at the LCBO on Parkedale Avenue.

They were concerned about a female customer and her ability to drive. Police had obtained a plate number and learned the owner of the vehicle lived east of the city. Officers headed out the second concession and located the vehicle and driver on route home.

A local, 56 year old female, was arrested and charged with impaired driving. At the station, a second charge of driving while over the legal limit was laid after breath samples were obtained. The breath readings were roughly three times the legal limit.

She was released later with a future court date. Her licence was automatically suspended for ninety days and her vehicle impounded for seven days.

Community Service

On April 7th at 7:28 pm., Brockville Police attended a south end street to check on the wellbeing of a man.

People reported him staggering in the street and Officers noted he was under the influence of an unknown drug and unable to look after himself. The out of Province subject was taken to local hospital and admitted for proper treatment. Police learned he had been involved in a motor vehicle accident earlier in the day on the 401. That incident was being investigated by Provincial Police.

At the time of his apprehension, the 57 year old, had a quantity of narcotics and cash on his person.

Community Service

On April 7th at 10:18 pm., Brockville Police attended one of our group homes in the city to assist mental health staff.

A local, 27 year old female, was not following conditions of her treatment. Officers escorted the woman to hospital for appropriate follow up

Recovered Stolen Vehicle

On April 8th at 12:26 am, Brockville Police Officers checked on a parked vehicle in the conservation area on Centennial Road.

The vehicle was reported stolen from Quebec and the ignition had been tampered with. The original agency was notified and the vehicle was towed. There was no one in the area of the vehicle at the time.

Suspicious Person

On April 8th at 2:08 am, Brockville Police attended the Hydro-One lot on Front Avenue for a possible theft.

Their alarm company reported seeing a man inside the lot near the perimeter fencing. Officers entered the lot with an employee but could not locate anyone or anything out of place. Police will wait until Hydro investigates further to see if any offence actually took place.

Fraud

On April 8th at 2:42 am, Brockville Police took a fraud complaint from a cab driver.

The complainant had picked up a fare in the Kingston area. The local, 39 year old female, failed to pay her bill when arriving in Brockville. She was charged with transportation fraud and released at the scene with a future court date.

Warrant

Early in the morning of April 8^th, members of the Brockville Police Service attended Belleville to arrest a man native to the city until a couple years ago.

Belleville Police dealt with the male in one of their bars. The 32 year old, had warrants from here related to drug offences, domestic incidents and failing to attend different court imposed dates. He was brought back to Brockville and will appear in bail court.

Weapons Offences

On April 4th at 5:57 pm, Brockville Police took a complaint of a confrontation on a south end street involving a knife.

A local, 50 year old male, stopped his truck and got out to confront three youths walking on the roadway. Two of the youths walked away from the man but the third teen pulled a knife from his waist area and pointed it at the older male before leaving the scene.

Officers arrested and charged the local, 17 year old, after investigation revealed his identity. He is now charged with assault with a weapon and weapons dangerous to the public. The youth was released on conditions and issued a future court date.

Warrant

On April 5th at 1:28 pm, Brockville Police attended the town of Gananoque to pick up a prisoner. Our Service held a warrant for the arrest of the local, 33 year old male. Officers in Gananoque observed the male while he was a passenger in a cab and were aware of the warrant.

In early November of 2015, Brockville Police investigated a domestic assault complaint in which the man was wanted for assault, forcible confinement and breach of probation. The accused was charged at that time but his surety had removed themselves at court as the male was not abiding by his release conditions. He was held in custody and will appear in bail court.

Thefts

On April 5th at 1:58 pm, Brockville Police attended a north end department store for a theft complaint.

A local, 45 year old male, was arrested and charged with theft under $5,000.00. He was released at the scene with a future court date.

At 3:40 pm., Brockville Police attended another north end store for a theft complaint.

A local, 19 year old male, was arrested for the theft. However, he was also on a probation order as well as court conditions for outstanding charges yet to be dealt with. The young man now faces charges of theft, breach of probation and breach of the conditions of his undertaking. He was released on further conditions with a future court date.

Community Service

On April 5th at 3:42 pm., Brockville Police attended a north end apartment complex to apprehend a local man.

The 64 year old, had a medical order issued for his attendance to local hospital. People close to the man were concerned about his mental health and sought the order so he could receive appropriate care. Officers escorted the man to hospital without incident and left him in the care of medical staff.

Trespass to Property

On April 4th at 9:25 am, Brockville Police attended one of our high schools for a trespass complaint.

A local, 17 year old youth, was observed on the property which is in contravention of a trespass letter that was served on him in the past. The young man was also on two different probation orders with conditions to keep the peace and be of good behaviour. When located, he faces charges of breach of probation and trespass to property.

The investigation is ongoing.

Well Being Check

On April 4th at 10:28 am., Brockville Police received a request to check on the wellbeing of a local female.

The 33 year old, left a message with a friend indicating self harm. Officers located the woman and she was taken to hospital. Medical staff decided to admit her for her own safety.

Theft

On April 4th at 1:34 pm., Brockville Police took a theft complaint in the McDonald’s parking lot on Parkedale Avenue.

A local female had her vehicle entered while in the restaurant and some personal items were stolen from her unlocked vehicle. Police received a similar complaint at 3:11 pm., in the Walmart parking lot. In that incident, a car seat was removed from the vehicle and some items from the glovebox. It is believed the incidents are related.

The investigation of both incidents is ongoing.

Arrest

On April 5th at 12:18 am., Brockville Police were contacted by the Ottawa Police after a man turned himself in at their station. The local, 25 year old, was wanted by our Service for a domestic assault, reported in late February.

In that investigation, a local female reported several assaults, mischiefs and a choking incident while she was involved in a relationship with the man. Brockville Police subsequently had issued a warrant for his arrest. The accused was held in custody and will appear in bail court.

Traffic Complaint

On April 1st at 4:57 pm., Brockville Police were travelling eastbound on Parkedale Avenue when another eastbound vehicle cut them off almost causing an accident.

Officers spoke with the local, 70 year old, female driver, and felt she was in need of attention in regards to her mental health. She was taken to hospital where after an evaluation by medical staff, she was admitted for appropriate care.

Police did not lay charges in the incident.

Shoplifting

On April 1st at 8:38 pm., Brockville Police attended a box store on Parkedale Avenue for a theft complaint.

A local, 29 year old female, had been caught stealing several hundred dollars worth of items. The woman was also serving a sentence in the community for prior theft convictions from late last year. She was arrested and charged with theft and breaching her conditional sentence.

She was held in custody and will appear in bail court.

Unlawfully at Large

On April 1st at 9:31 pm., Brockville Police attended the Brockville Jail in regards to a young man who failed to show for his weekend sentence.

The 21 year old, from the Joyceville area, was to report every Friday night to serve weekends until his sentence was completed. There is now a warrant for his arrest for being unlawfully at large.

Public Intoxication

On April 1st at 7:36 pm., Brockville Police received a complaint of a young man, intoxicated, being refused service at a downtown retail store. He fled the area before Officers arrived.

Police received another call about the male at 8:45 pm., and he was finally located in the Tim Horton’s on William Street at 9:32 pm. The man was taken to hospital for treatment of minor injuries and observation.

On April 2nd at 9:54 am., hospital staff contacted Police as he was now being discharged. Officers arrested the local, 25 year old, on an outstanding warrant. He was released soon after on conditions and given a future court date.

Assault

On April 1st at 10:13 pm., Brockville Police attended a downtown bar for an assault complaint.

Two local females were assaulted by two men after a verbal dispute turned physical. The two victims received minor injuries and did not require medical treatment. The two men had insulted staff within the business and the female victims had intervened on their behalf.

The two males, aged 57 and 53 years of age reside in the Prescott area. Both were arrested and charged with assault. They are now both on conditions of release with a future court date.

Assisting EMS

On April 2nd at 1:56 pm., Brockville Police responded to St. Vincent hospital on Garden Street to assist ambulance staff.

A local, 54 year old male, was exhibiting violent behaviour and staff wanted Police help in transporting the patient to the Brockville General Hospital. Officers completed the escort as requested.

Public Intoxication

On April 2nd at 10:30 pm., Brockville Police received a complaint of a young man running down the street in the area of Perth and George Street.

Police located the local, 21 year old, who had obviously consumed lots of alcohol. For his own safety, he was arrested for public intoxication. He was released with a fine when sober.

Update –  Jodi-Leigh Lloyd has been located at her residence.  She is of good health.

The Brockville Police are asking the public’s assistance in locating Jodi-Leigh Lloyd who was last seen by friends on Monday. She is described as 5’7″-5’8″ tall, approximately 145lbs, medium build, with bleach blonde hair. At this time we have no description of clothing she may have been wearing when she left.

Police are concerned for the well-being of Jodi-Leigh. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Brockville Police at 613-342-0127.   Thank you for your assistance.

Domestic Dispute

On March 31st at 5:00 pm., Brockville Police attended a domestic dispute at a south end apartment building.

A local, 17 year old male, was upset after a break up with his girlfriend.  Police noted the young man had been drinking and were concerned for his safety.  He was arrested to prevent a further breach of the peace and released unconditionally at a later time.

Suspicious Vehicle

On March 31st at 9:45 pm., Brockville Police received a complaint of a suspicious vehicle in the area of Central Avenue and Park Street.

The male driver of a white van was speaking to a child in that area. The child returned home.

Police are interviewing witnesses.  At this time, information is limited, additional details will be released if obtained.  Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Brockville Police Service at 613-342-0127.

Home Invasion Arrest

On March 30th in the morning hours, Brockville Police arrested a man in relation to the home invasion on March 21st.

The 22 year old, Smiths Falls resident, has been charged with assault with a weapon, forcible entry, assault causing bodily harm, criminal harassment, uttering threats, possession of a weapon and failing to comply with a recognizance. He was held in custody and will appear in bail court.

Public Intoxication

On March 31st at 12:32 am, Brockville Police responded to a south end intersection after a report of a man falling down.

The local, 46 year old, fell as a result of being intoxicated. He was taken to hospital for treatment of minor injuries then spent the remainder of the evening in a cell at the Police station. He was released with a fine when sober.

Shoplifting

On March 30th at 11:28 am, Brockville Police responded to a north end box store for an attempt theft complaint.

An unknown male was confronted trying to leave the store with several thousand dollars worth of video games. He left the merchandise behind and fled the area. The investigation is ongoing into establishing his identity.