Category: Press Release

Prohibited Driver Arrested

On November 20, 2023, at about Noon, police observed a 48-year-old, male, operating a vehicle on Cedar St. The male was known by police to be prohibited from driving. The driving prohibition was due to previous impaired driving incidents. Officers stopped the male and he was arrested and charged for operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code. The vehicle was impounded and he was later released with a future court date.

Subject Arrested After for Thefts from Vehicles

On November 20, 2023, at about 9:00pm, police received a call regarding suspicious people in the area of Salisbury Ave, Sevenoaks Ave and Bisley Cres. It was described to police that the suspects were walking into driveways in the neighbourhood and attempting to open vehicle doors. Officers attended and located one 27-year-old, male, matching the description of a suspect. Investigation revealed that he was in possession of property that had been stolen from victims in the area. He was arrested and charged with two counts of possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000.00. The items were seized and returned to the owners. The male was later released on conditions and a future court date.

During the week of November 12 – 19, 2023, the Brockville Police Service received 309 calls for service. While responding to these calls a total of 36 Criminal Code charges were laid. Officers also continue to focus on road safety which resulted in 26 traffic related charges. The following are only a few of the calls police attended.

Impaired Driving

On November 12, 2023, at about 2:30am, police received a call regarding a group of people getting into a van in the area to King St. W. and John St. The vehicle left the area while failing to stop at a flashing red light. Officers located the vehicle in the area of Stewart Blvd. and 401. Officers identified the driver to be a 20-year-old, male. A roadside breath sample was taken which resulted in a fail. The subject was arrested and taken to the Brockville Police Service further testing, which confirmed the impairment. The vehicle was impounded, driver’s licence suspended and subject was charged with operation while impaired and operation while impaired – blood alcohol over 80mg. They were released with conditions and a future court date.

Domestic Dispute

On November 16, 2023, at about 11:15pm, police received a call regarding a dispute at a residence on Balmoral Pl. Officers arrived and spoke to the individuals involved. A male and female were involved in a dispute that became heated to the point that the 28-year-old, male, shoved the female into the wall. The injuries can be described as minor, non-life-threatening. The male was arrested and charged with domestic related assault. He was later released with conditions and a future court date.

Bail Violations

On November 17, 2023, at about 3:45pm, police had received information that a 36-year-old, male, was in contravention of his bail conditions. He was on conditions to abstain from communicating with and attending the residence of his ex-girlfriend due to safety concerns. Officers attended the address and located the subject. He was arrested and charged with failing to comply with release order and held for a bail hearing.   

Domestic Dispute Investigation Leads to an Arrest

On October 31, 2023, at about 8:00pm, police received a call in relation to a domestic dispute in the area of King St. E. While officers investigated, they learned of previous incidents which had taken place. A 36-year-old, male, involved had pushed the victim onto the bed and forcefully took a cellphone as well as threw dinner plates causing damage in the residence. He was also on probation with conditions to keep the peace and behave. The male had left the area and police were seeking an arrest warrant. On November 4, 2023, at about 1:30am, police received a 911 hang-up call from the residence on King St. E. Police attended and located the male subject. He was arrested and held for a bail hearing for the offences of assault, mischief under $5,000.00 and fail to comply with probation. 

Male Arrested on Weapons and Drug Offences

On November 4, 2023, at about 8:45pm, police received a call regarding a suspicious person believed to be tampering with a vehicle, on Central Ave. Officers arrived and located the 28-year-old, male, in question. Investigation revealed that the male was in possession of an 18-inch-long machete, a quantity of methamphetamine and $435.00 in cash. He was arrested for possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose and possession of methamphetamine for the purposes of trafficking. The items were seized and he was released with conditions and a future court date.  

Motor Vehicle Rollover

On November 5, 2023, at about 4:30am, police received a call regarding an unoccupied vehicle that had flipped upside down, in the area of King St. W. When officers arrived, they confirmed the vehicle was unoccupied. Witnesses believe the vehicle rolled-over at approximately 2:30am, and the incident was not reported at that time. Police attended the residence of the registered owner and located the 37-year-old, male, responsible for driving the vehicle at the time. Injuries to the male are described as non-life-threatening. After further investigation, the male was arrested for failure to stop after accident and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. He was released with conditions and a future court date.

Impaired Driving

On November 5, 2023, at about 9:30pm, police received a call of a 37-year-old, male, who appeared to be intoxicated at the Superstore on Parkedale Ave. The male was observed leaving the store and entering a vehicle in the parking lot. He then left the area and was observed swerving as he drove away. Officers responded and with investigation, located the male, in the vehicle, in the area of Massey Pl. The male was arrested and taken to the Brockville Police Service for testing, where it was confirmed he was operating while impaired. The vehicle was impounded and his driver’s licence suspended. He was charged with operation while impaired and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration over 80mg. He was released with conditions and a future court date.   

Male Arrested for Breaching Probation

On November 3, 2023, at about 5:00am, police received a call from a female on Perth St., advising her 30-year-old, ex-boyfriend, was in her backyard and appeared to be under the influence of drugs. It was quickly identified that the male was on three separate probation orders with various conditions. Some of which are to abstain from communicating with the female complainant. Officers arrived and located the male subject. When officers arrested him, he attempted to flee and fight with officers. Control was quickly gained and no one was seriously injured. Officers also believed the male to be under the influence of drugs. He was charged with trespass by night, resist arrest and three counts of fail to comply with probation. He was held in custody for a bail hearing.    

Domestic Disturbance Investigation Leads to an Arrest

On October 31, 2023, at about 4:30pm, police received a 911 call regarding a domestic disturbance in the area of Bramshot Ave. Officers attended the location and spoke with the couple involved. Investigation revealed that the two engaged in an argument which escalated to the point that a 56-year-old, male, had struck his girlfriend and threw items at her. The male was placed under arrest and the investigation continued. Further evidence was discovered of previous assaults that had taken place. Any injuries are considered non-life-threatening. The male was charged with three counts of assault and released with conditions and a future court date.

Male Held for Bail After Multiple Calls and Non-Compliance with Conditions

On October 29, 2023, at about 3:00pm, police received a report of an assault that had taken place on King St. W. Investigation revealed that a 34-year-old, male, was in an altercation with a female, where they were yelling and shouting. As a result, a minor assault occurred and the victim was not injured. The male was arrested and charged with assault. He was placed on conditions to not communicate with or attend the residence of the victim, and released with a future court date.

Later that day, at about 9:00pm, police received new information that the 34-year-old, male, had attended to the residence on George St. where the victim was staying. Police responded quickly and located the male hiding in the rear yard of the residence. He was immediately arrested and held for a bail hearing for the offence of failing to comply with undertaking.  

Motor Vehicle Stop Leads to Drug Trafficking Charges

On October 29, 2023, at about 2:00am, police conducted a traffic stop in the area of Central Ave. Investigation revealed that there were three occupants in the vehicle. They were identified as a 54-year-old, female and a 44-year-old, male, from Ottawa. The third occupant was a 35-year-old, male, from Brockville. During the stop, it was discovered that the occupants were in possession of a large quantity of various drugs, a knife and cash. All three subjects were arrested and all items in relation to the possession of the drugs were seized. The following is a list of the variety of drugs seized; Methamphetamine, Fentanyl, Hash, Morphine pills, Adderall pills, Hydromorphone pills, Xanax, Benzo tabs, cocaine, steroids and $7,300 in cash. The total approximate street value of this seizure is $160,000. All three were charged with eight counts of possession of a substance in Schedule I, two counts of possession for the purposes of trafficking a substance in Schedule IV, possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose and possession of illicit cannabis. They were all held in custody for a bail hearing. 

Impaired Driving

On October 19, 2023, at about 3:30pm, police were called to the RBC on Parkedale Ave., to investigate a suspicious request by a 58-year-old, male, with concerns he was falling victim to fraud. The male making the request was in the bank and upset. Officers discovered that the male had actually been consuming alcohol and had driven to the bank. After more investigation, the male had been arrested and taken to the Brockville Police Service for testing. It was discovered he was not operating the vehicle over 80mg, but had been drinking and was currently prohibited from driving. When searching the male, he was also found to be in possession of cocaine. He was later released after being charged with operation while prohibited, possession of cocaine and fail to comply with probation and released with a court date. The investigation in relation to any fraudulent activity is still under investigation. 

Weapons

On October 19, 2023, at about 3:45pm, police were called to the King St. W. and John St. area, in relation to a male with a gun. It was described that a male had left a store in that area and was observed concealing a handgun in his waistband. Officers quickly attended the area searching for the described male. Very shortly after, the suspect was located and identified to be a 27-year-old, male. He was found to be in possession of an item that was determined to be a cap gun. However, the witnesses did not know, believed it was real and this behaviour was concerning for others. The male was charged with possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose and fail to comply with probation. He was released with a future court date.

Domestic Assault Leads to an Arrest

On October 22, 2023, at about 3:30pm, police received a call to attend a residence on Ormond St., regarding an unwanted person. Officers attended and investigation revealed that the people involved were in a relationship. A 40-year-old, female, was visiting the residence where they both had been drinking. The two were involved in a dispute throughout the night where the female had assaulted him by striking him several times and pushing him to cause damage to a window. As a result, she was arrested for assault. Once she was sober she was released on conditions and a future court date.

Impaired Driving

On October 24, 2023, at about 3:00am, police received a call regarding a collision with significant damage to both vehicles. Investigation revealed that a 36-year-old, male, was driving dangerously on King St. W. Due to his driving behaviour, a collision occurred with a parked vehicle. The male fled the area leaving his passenger behind. Officers spoke to the passenger and later located the driver of the vehicle in the nearby area. The driver received injuries that are considered non-life-threatening; however, he was taken to the Brockville General Hospital for care. It was discovered that the male had been consuming alcohol. A breath demand was refused and he would not comply. As a result, his driver’s licence was suspended, vehicle impounded and was charged with refusal to comply with a demand, operation while impaired and dangerous operation. He was later released with conditions and a future court date. Luckily, no one was seriously injured.

Domestic Disturbance Leads to an Arrest

On October 12, 2023, at about 10:30pm, police received a 911 call from a female advising that she had just been assaulted by her 25-year-old, boyfriend, and that he was about to initiate a fight with her father. Police attended the area of Havelock St., where this was reported to be taking place. The 25-year-old, male, was located in the area after being involved is a physical altercation with the father. He was arrested and further investigation revealed that the male had previously assaulted the female by throwing her into a wall and also causing other damage in their apartment. The male then left the Kensington Pkwy. area residence to engage in the physical confrontation with her father. No one was deemed to have life threatening injuries. The 25-year-old, male, was charged with assault, mischief under $5,000 and held for a bail hearing in relation to the incident with his girlfriend.

Impaired Driving

On October 14, 2023, at about 8:00pm, police received a call regarding a female in the Superstore parking lot, that had run out of fuel. The caller had then advised that they believed the female was possibly intoxicated. Officers attended and located the 50-year-old, female, in question. Officers observed signs of impairment by alcohol and she was placed under arrest. She was taken to the Brockville Police Service for further testing where it was confirmed that she was impaired and over the legal limit. Her vehicle was impounded, driver’s licence suspended and charged with operation while impaired and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration over 80mg. She was released with a future court date.

Male Arrested After Domestic Dispute

On October 14, 2023, at about 1:00am, police received a call to attend the Walmart parking lot, in relation to a female screaming at a male in a vehicle. Officers arrived and located the couple along with their young child. Investigation revealed that the two had been in a verbal altercation consisting of childish antics and insults for much of the evening. This continued to escalate to a point that the 28-year-old, male, flew into a fit of rage. He assaulted the female by getting on top of her and striking her arms and torso in front of their child. He then proceeded to choke the female while she struggled to escape. During that struggle, she was able to call 911 for assistance. Police arrested and charged the male with two counts of assault, overcome resistance and uttering threats. Safety planning was discussed and he was released with conditions and a future court date.       

Male Arrested for Robbery

On October 15, 2023, at about 10:15pm, police received a call in the area of King St. W., regarding a 46-year-old, male, attempting to take someone’s dog. Police learned that the 46-year-old, male in question, was on conditions to not be outside his residence after consuming alcohol. The male had been consuming and became upset over his own belief that a particular female was not caring for her dog properly. He attempted to take the dog from the female and became assaultive to do so. Police arrived shortly after and placed the male under arrest. He was charged with robbery with violence and fail to comply with release order. He was held in custody for a bail hearing. There were no serious or life-threatening injuries as a result.

Thanksgiving Weekend

During Thanksgiving weekend, the Brockville Police Service responded to 109 calls for service. As a result of those calls police laid four criminal code charges, six Highway Traffic Act charges and four other Provincial Offences consisting of Liquor Licence Act and Trespassing charges.

Warrant Executed During RIDE Program

On October 8, 2023, at about 12:15am, police were conducting RIDE stop checks in the area of William St. During this time, police stopped a vehicle being operated by a 37-year-old, female. A package of unstamped tobacco was observed on the passenger seat of the vehicle. Those were seized and a ticket was issued for possession of unmarked cigarettes. Further investigation revealed that there was also a warrant for her arrest for fraud over $5,000.00, as a result of an investigation in March this year. She was placed under arrest and released with a future court date.

Male Arrested During Domestic Disturbance Investigation

On October 10, 2023, at about 11:00pm, police received a call to a residence on Buell St., regarding a domestic dispute. Officers arrived and spoke to a 36-year-old, male alone with his female partner. Investigation revealed that the female had been assaulted by the male by striking her. The female received non-life-threatening injuries. The male was placed under arrest for assault and failing to comply with probation. He was later released with conditions and a future court date.

Domestic Disturbance Investigation Leads to an Arrest

On October 11, 2023, at about 3:00am, police received a call to attend a residence on Windsor Dr., in relation to a domestic dispute. Initially the information came to police that a female had been assaulted. Investigation revealed that the 27-year-old, female, involved in the dispute was the aggressor and had assaulted her male partner. He received minor, non-life-threatening injuries. She was arrested and charged with assault and mischief under $5,000.00 for causing damage to some property. She was later released with conditions and a future court date.     

Two Suspects Arrested After Being Found in a Residence

On October 3, 2023, at about 11:30am, police received a call regarding sounds of people arguing and items being thrown in an apartment in Balmoral Pl. Officers attended the area and located the apartment in question. There, two male suspects were located; one was a 29-year-old, male, who attempted to flee out a window. The second was a 37-year-old, male, who was found hiding in the bathroom. Investigation revealed that the resident of the apartment was away, these two males did not have permission to be there at the time and had made entry into the unit. Both males were arrested and later released with future court dates. The 29-year-old, male, was charged with unlawfully in a dwelling and the 37-year-old, male, was charged with unlawfully in a dwelling and fail to comply with probation.

Fire at an Encampment

On October 4, 2023, at about 11:30pm, police responded to the area of Kyle Crt., to assist the Brockville Fire Department, in relation to a bush fire. This fire took place in what is known to be a homeless encampment, on the West end of Kyle Crt. Brockville Fire Department responded quickly and was able to control extinguish the fire. However, the dangers of this fire cannot go unnoticed. Not only is the spread of fire dangerous, within the area there were several small explosions which were believed to be caused by propane or fuel containers. The encampment was found to be vacant at the time and luckily, no one was injured in the incident. This is an important reminder for the need of everyone to promote fire safety.

Driving While Prohibited

On October 5, 2023, at about 4:30am, police stopped an un-plated motorcycle, in the area of Stewart Blvd. The driver was identified to be a 38-year-old, male, who investigation revealed was prohibited from driving. This was in relation to a previous impaired driving conviction. As a result, the motorcycle was impounded and the driver was charged with operation while prohibited. He was released with a future court date.