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Fraud

A 34 year old Brockville woman was arrested late yesterday afternoon after she had cashed a stolen cheque at a downtown ATM machine. Yesterday afternoon the victim, another Brockville area woman attended to the Brockville Police Headquarters after she discovered usual activity on her bank account while making a purchase. Making some inquiries, the victim discovered a cheque written on her personal account which she had not written and provided this information to the police. With this information the suspect was identified and located arrested for the offence of fraud. She was released on a Promise to Appear with a March 17th court date.

Stolen Vehicle Recovered

The white 2004 White Acura which was reported stolen on Monday evening has been recovered by Leeds County OPP near Elgin. Officers report the vehicle had left the main road and had suffered damage prior to being abandoned. At present the vehicle is being towed to a local facility where the Brockville Police Identification Unit will conduct a Forensic examination.

Mischief

An Athens woman had her front tire slashed while shopping at Wal-Mart yesterday afternoon. The woman parked her vehicle in the Wal-Mart parking lot at approximately 4pm and went inside to do some shopping. When she returned she discovered her front passenger side tire had been slashed and she contacted police. Anyone who may have information is asked to contact the investigating officer, Cst Nicole Henri at 613-342-0127 ext. 6052

Weather

Despite yesterday’s storm and poor road conditions in many places Brockville Police responded to only 2 minor motor vehicle collisions with no injuries.

Stolen Vehicle from Park Street

At approximately 8pm last evening a Park Street resident left his vehicle running in front of his house while he ran inside for a moment to pick something up and go on his way. However when he returned his vehicle had been stolen and he contacted police.

The stolen car is a 2004 Acura 4dr white with Ontario License #BTAP 533. At the time of the theft, the vehicle was low on gas. Anyone who may have been in the area of Park Street at Charles Street and witnesses a vehicle fitting this description or has additional information is asked to conavt the Brockville Police at 613-342-0127 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

Latest Fraud Scam in Brockville Area

Brockville Police are receiving numerous calls from area residents reporting a new scam to hit the area. Callers report being contacted, usually early in the morning, by someone pretending to be an employee from the bank who has noticed unusual transactions (between $200-$400) on their accounts. The caller states that in order for these transactions to be reversed they will either have to provide personal information to the caller or go to their computer and they will provide a link to an internet address to provide this information.

Brockville Police are reminding area residents to never provide personal information over the phone to anyone you do not know. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your local bank branch and speak with a customer service representative or contact the bank security department by phone yourself.

International Safer Internet Day

Tuesday, February 7th marks International Safer Internet Day (#SID2017), a day where people around the world join forces to teach children and youth about using online technology in a safe and responsible way. This year, the Canadian Centre for Child Protection (Canadian Centre) is introducing a new, free resource to help parents talk online safety with their kids.

Safety Rocks is an activity book aimed at children in Grades 3 and 4. Jack, Olivia and their dragons help parents teach important personal safety strategies that apply both offline and online – such as when to keep or speak a secret, who is a safe adult, and what is okay and not okay.

For this and other tips for Safe Internet useage for children please visit www.cybertip.ca

The Brockville Police Service is a proud supporter of International Safer Internet Day.

False Alarms

On Sunday at 5:40 am unknown person(s) pulled the fire station at the apartment complex at 8 Cartier Court and fled the scene. The alarm resulted in both police and Brockville Fire attending to the complex to ensure the safety of the residents in the building, only to learn the alarm was false. Cst Jamie Garvin is investigating the incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact him at 613-342-0127 ext 6082.

Ice Fishing

Sunday afternoon Brockville Police Officers were asked to check on the well being of a young man ice fishing in Tunnel Bay. Officers attended and found the man safe and in good spirits. Brockville Police are reminding residents that Ice Fishing is prohibited ine the inner harbour of Tunnel Bay and with the fluctuating temperatures this winter to be careful around running water and ensure appropriate ice thickness for your activity.

Breach of Bail Conditions

On the 4th of February, 2017 Brockville Police officers were flagged down by a community member advising of an individual’s strange behaviour in the North end of town. Police officers knew this 44 year old male to be on an alcohol condition and observed him to be carrying beer. He became combative and resistant to officers attempting to effect the arrest. Attempts were made to take control of the individual the male continued to become increasingly agitated. He was tasered effectively and brought into custody. He was charged with obstruct and breach and released with a new court date. The male suffered no injuries.

Fail to Remain Accident

On the 3rd of February, 2017 in the early morning hours Brockville Police received a complaint regarding a fail to remain accident on Parkedale Avenue at the VIA train crossing. Investigation revealed that a large truck had struck the overhead lights of the train crossing causing them to break and lay across the tracks. An oncoming VIA train collided with the pole causing it to land on the other side of Parkedale Avenue. The driver of the truck has been located and charged under the Highway to Traffic Act. Motorists are advised to be patient at that crossing due to VIA having to stop and proceed with caution until the damaged pole can be replaced.

Stolen Vehicle 

On the 3rd of February, 2017 at approximately 2300hrs police located a vehicle in the centre of town without it’s tail lights on. Once the officers turned around to investigate the vehicle ,the unknown occupant(s) had fled from the vehicle. Upon speaking with the owner it revealed the keys to the vehicle were left inside and unknown persons had stolen it. Community members are reminded to ensure their vehicle is locked when it is not attended and that any valuables are not left inside. If anybody has any information in relation to this stolen car please contact the Brockville Police at (613) 342-0127.

Arrest made in recent downtown break and enters

Brockville Police have been investigating a number of reported break and enters to small businesses in downtown Brockville since mid-December of last year all of a similar nature where cash was taken. During the early morning hours of February 2nd, a caller notified the police of male subject observed on surveillance footage inside one of the businesses. While not locating the responsible person at the time, officers were able to identify the individual responsible by reviewing the video.

As a result, a 53 year old Brockville man was arrested Thursday and charged with 7 counts of Break and Enter and scheduled to appear in Brockville court today for a Bail Hearing.

Bail Violation/Drugs

While on patrol Brockville Police observed a 48 year old local man known to them to have an outstanding warrant for violating the terms of his bail riding in a taxi. After the warrant was confirmed officers stopped this male on Buell Street and placed him under arrest for the outstanding warrant.

A search of the accused during the arrest resulted in officers locating a quantity of Street drugs in the possession of the accused. As a result, he will face further charges under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

The 48 year old Brockville man was also held in custody pending a court appearance today for a bail hearing.

The Brockville Police have arrested and charged 28 year old Brockville man in connection with the armed robbery at the Mac’s Milk convenience store on King Street West.

Following the release of surveillance photos on Monday, Brockville Police received numerous tips from members of the public with regards to the robbery. Detectives following up on the tips were able to positively identify the suspect and on Monday night patrol officers spotted the accused at a downtown restaurant and arrested him for the robbery and brought him into custody.

Yesterday, officers from the departments Criminal Investigations office and Forensic Ident Unit executed a search warrant at the residence of the accused and recovered evidence linked to the robbery.

The 28 year old man appeared briefly in Brockville court yesterday afternoon and was remanded into custody until Friday February 3rd.

Probation Breach

On the 30th of January a 41 year old Brockville man was arrested on an outstanding warrant for his arrest for breaching his term of probation. He was spotted by an officer who recognized him from previous dealings. . This individual was taken into custody without incident and held for bail hearing due to the number of times he has failed to abide by his orders. He was remanded into custody.

Impaired Driving Arrest

A 29 year old man was arrested last night as a result of a complaint received after a motor vehicle left a local restaurant after concerns were expressed about the drivers sobriety. The vehicle was seen leaving the City shortly after 10pm and entering the 401 highway east bound. The driver was stopped in the Maitland area and supplied a sample of his breath into a roadside screening device. The result was a fail. He was taken into custody and provided samples of his breath to a qualified breath technician and obtained readings that exceed the legal limit. He has been released with a future court.

Motor Vehicle Accident

A 39 year old Brockville resident was charged with failing to report an accident under the Highway Traffic Act after her motor vehicle collided with a business on Batholomew Street on Sunday. The driver left the scene but also left pieces of her car behind that identified it. The impact on the building caused plumbing to rupture and pour water into the building. The estimate for damages was not available as of yet. No injuries were reported in the accident.

Mental Health Assistance

A 57 year old Brockville man was apprehended under the Mental Health Act on Sunday after police received reports of a man in need of assistance. This was the 3rd Call for assistance that Brockville Police have been involved with this subject over the last 3 days. The Mental Health Act empowers police to apprehend persons in need of care and transport them to the nearest hospital for their protection. No one was injured in the incident.

Just before 9 pm on Saturday evening Brockville Police responded to a holdup alarm at the Mac’s Milk on King St West in Brockville. An identified male entered the store and shortly thereafter approached the counter, produced a handgun and demanded cash. The lone male then fled the store on foot headed westbound.

A white SUV was observed shortly after the robbery driving the wrong way on Gilmour Street (southbound) and turn right and head westbound on King Street. At this time it is unknown whether this vehicle is connected to this incident.

Leeds County OPP was advised of the robbery and assisted Brockville Police by searching the King St W/Highway 2 West corridor for suspects. The Brockville Police Forensic Unit attended and processed the store for Identification purposes and able to obtain from Mac’s Security, surveillance photos of the suspect.

The suspect is described as male with a white complexion, 25-30 years of age, facial hair, dark eyes, slim build, dark coat and plaid scarf.

Anyone with information on the robbery or knowledge of the white SUV in the area a short time after is asked to call the Brockville Police At 613-342-0127 or call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).