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Intimate Partner Violence Breach

On January 4^th, 2025, the Brockville Police Service reported about a 20-year-old female breaching her IPV conditions. She was held in custody, and subsequently released on further conditions not to communicate with her boyfriend. On January 10th, 2025, just after 3:30 a.m., the police received a report that she had breached these conditions by being in his presence. She was found with him and arrested for the breach. She remains in custody pending a bail hearing.

Cause disturbance/Trespass by night

On January 9th, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the Brockville Police Service responded to a complaint about a man yelling at employees and customers at a business in the north end of town. A 33-year-old male was located nearby and arrested for causing a disturbance and breaching his probation. He was later released on an undertaking.

Then, on January 10th, 2025, at around 4:30 a.m., the same 33-year-old was captured on surveillance cameras in and around residences, backyards, and sheds in the south end of town. He fled before officers arrived. About two hours later, at approximately 6:30 a.m., he was located at the Brockville General Hospital, arrested, and held for a bail hearing.

Warrants

On January 7th, 2025, a 19-year-old male was sought for charges including assault with a weapon, failing to attend court and fingerprinting, and violating probation. He was arrested by the RCMP in Quebec, then transported to the Ontario border. From there, he was taken to Brockville, where he was held for a bail hearing. The charges originated from an incident in August 2024, when he assaulted his 20-year-old sister by throwing an object at her.

On January 7^th, 2025, a 33-year-old male was wanted for violating probation as well failing to appear in court, with these offences dating to 2023. He was located in Kingston and subsequently transported to Brockville, where he was held for a bail hearing.

Family Dispute leads to arrest

On January 6^th, 2025, at about 12:00pm, the Brockville Police Service responded to a complaint of a family dispute involving a knife in the area of King Street West. Upon arrival, officers discovered that an 18-year-old female had threatened her sister with a knife. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries. The individual was arrested and charged with Utter threats and Assault with a weapon. She was subsequently held for a bail hearing.

Intimate Partner Violence

On December 17, 2024, at about 10:30am, police received a call regarding a domestic dispute that had taken place the night previous.

The female victim her 20-year-old, boyfriend were at a friend’s residence on King St. W., on the evening of December 16^th. While there, the two engaged in an argument where the male subject was forcing the female to look at him by grabbing her by the face and legs. As the female made attempts to leave, he would intervene and prevent her from doing so.

Later that afternoon, police located the male subject and placed him under arrest. He was charged with assault and forcible confinement and held for a bail hearing.

Shoplifter Arrested

On December 17, 2024, at about 2:00pm, police received a 911 call regarding a theft in progress at Walmart. Information was that the suspect was fleeing the store and staff members were following.

The suspect was evading police as the officers quickly responded to the area. After a short period, the suspect was located and arrested. The male was identified as a 35-year-old, local, male. Investigation revealed that the male subject had attended Walmart and selected approximately $700.00 worth of merchandise. The subject then exited the store making no attempt to pay for the product. The items were recovered and returned to Walmart. He was charged with theft under $5,000.00 and failing to comply with his probation order. He was released on conditions and a future court date.    

Intimate Partner Violence Incident Concluded with Impaired Driving

On December 18, 2024, at about 9:00am, police received information regarding an incident of intimate partner violence, that took place the previous day.

Investigation revealed that a female along with her 39-year-old, husband were driving in their vehicle, in the area of Rivers Ave., on December 17, 2024. There they pulled over as they engaged in a dispute. This resulted in her attempting to leave the vehicle when he grabbed her to pull her back in. She eventually exited the vehicle and the male did as well to confront her outside. She attempted to grab her purse where the male subject pulled it away form her. She did retrieve her wallet and left the area. As she was walking away, the male subject struck the windshield causing it to crack and then drove towards her at a high rate of speed, while squealing the tires. He then mounted a curb and chased the female on foot. Shortly after, two bystanders, intervened and deterred the male subject from anything further taking place.

In the afternoon of December 18, 2024, at about 12:30pm, police received a call from a residence on Beecher St., that the male subject was in the vehicle and had struck a fence. This residence was a friend of the male subject. When officers arrived, it was determined that the male had been consuming drugs. The male was arrested for various offences, including impaired driving. He was taken for further testing by a drug recognition expert who confirmed that the male was impaired by drugs.

The male subject was charged with assault, harassment, mischief under $5,000.00, dangerous driving, and operation while impaired by drugs. He was held in custody for a bail hearing.    

Fire Scene in North End

On December 18, 2024, at about 11:00am, police originally received a call for a disturbance at an apartment building on Kyle Crt. Officers attended and found that there in fact was a small fire and the Brockville Fire Department was in attendance.

Officers attended the residence and learned that there was an e-bike battery charging that somehow malfunctioned and the battery began to bubble and smoke. The owners attempted to put the fire out with water, which, made the situation worse. Firefighters were able to take care of the battery and rendered everything safe. Unfortunately, two officers who had attended the scene to investigate the initial, suspected disturbance, were exposed to fumes of the burning battery. They did receive medical attention and were released by doctors with a plan to monitor possible concerns. At this time, it appears this is precautionary only.  

The Brockville Police Service is wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season! To help be safe, please don’t drink and drive. Plan ahead, designate a sober driver or stay the night. Police will continue to conduct RIDE programs, to help keep our roads safe. (see the attached photo)

Impaired Driver Removed from the Roads

On December 19, 2024, at about 4:45pm, police received a 911 call regarding a possible impaired driver in the area of Pearl St. It was described that the suspect vehicle was swerving in lanes, and at one point, operating in the opposite lane of traffic.

Officers attended the area and located the suspect vehicle and identified the driver to be a 58-year-old, female. The vehicle was stopped and the driver was arrested. She was taken to the Brockville Police Service for further testing, which confirmed her impairment. Her driver’s licence was suspended, vehicle impounded and charged with operation while impaired and operation while impaired – blood alcohol over 80mg. She was released with conditions and a future court date.

Female Arrested After an Intimate Partner Violence Incident

On December 22, 2024, at about 6:30am, police received a 911 call regarding a dispute between a male and his 21-year-old, girlfriend. The two were engaged in an argument over the status of their relationship at their residence on Pearl St. E.

When officers arrived, the investigation revealed that the male was sleeping in bed. He woke up to the female subject over top of him, delivering multiple strikes all over his body. She was upset over text conversations she observed in his phone. The male pushed her away, got up, and then police were notified. This resulted in the female subject being arrested. She was released on conditions and a future court date after being charged with assault. 

Reports of Gunshots Under Investigation

On December 15, 2024, at about 8:00pm, the Brockville Police Service received multiple 911 calls regarding reports of gunshots fired, in the area of Church St.

Police responded quickly and located the crime scene near the intersection of Church St. and Clarissa St. Investigation revealed that a number of rounds were fired at a multi-unit residence.  There were no reported injuries as result of the incident. 

A preliminary investigation has led police to determine that this was a targeted act of violence.  The incident remains under investigation, and information will be released when it becomes available.  Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Brockville Police Service at 613-342-0127 Extension: 0 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

Police are asking residents and businesses in the area of Church Street, George Street, Perth Street, Gilmour Street and Maple Street to check their video surveillance in and around the time of the occurrence and report any suspicious activity to Police.

Intimate Partner Violence Investigation

On December 14, 2024, at about 10:30pm, police received a 911 call to attend a residence in the area of Brennan St., regarding an altercation.

Officers attended and investigation revealed that a male and female couple, were involved in an argument. The argument escalated to the point that the 42-year-old, male subject, shoved the female causing her to fall and spit in her face. The male was placed under arrest and charged with assault. He was released with conditions and a future court date. 

Horse Drawn Wagon Incident Results in Injuries

On December 12, 2024, at about 1:30pm, police received multiple 911 calls, in regards to a horse drawn wagon, that had gone out of control in the area of Front Ave.

Police responded to the scene and found that there were multiple people injured, along Front Ave. Also, in attendance to assist was the Brockville Fire Department, Leeds & Grenville Paramedics and citizens nearby offering their help. Investigation revealed that a gentleman was offering horse drawn wagon rides, to people in the area of Front Ave. During one of the rides, the horses became agitated, and began to run out of control. The horses and wagon struck a parked vehicle and then continued to run Westbound on Front Ave. Some of the passengers were thrown out of the wagon, to the ground. The horses continued to run towards Stewart Blvd. and then down Eleanor St., into a wooded area. There, the horses became tangled in some trees, allowing control to be gained. The horses were uninjured in this incident. 

In total, there were eight individuals taken to the hospital for varying levels of injuries. All injuries are considered non-life-threatening. The Brockville Police Service is thankful for everyone who came to provide assistance, in this unfortunate incident.      

Male Arrested for Break and Enter

On December 12, 2024, at about 10:00pm, police received information that an unknown subject had broken into a residence in multi-unit building, on Victoria Ave. Sounds could be heard of a person inside the unit, making noise.

Officers attended and confirmed hearing the subject talking and causing the noise. Investigation revealed that a 39-year-old, male, who was on probation, had broken into a lockbox and acquired a key for the unit. The subject entered and began collecting items from inside and concealing them in a carry bag. Police made entry into the unit and located the male subject inside. He was placed under arrest, searched and the property being stolen was recovered.

The male was charged with break and enter into a dwelling and fail to comply with his probation conditions. He was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Intimate Partner Violence Leads to Arrest

On December 7, 2024, at about 11:00pm, police received information regarding allegations of domestic related violence between ex-partners, of which there were previous allegations currently being investigated. 

The report involved a 30-year-old, male and a female, who were previously in a relationship. Police were investigating an incident that took place on October 22, 2024, where it was reported that the male subject had purposely caused a collision with the female. On that date at about 9:00pm, the female victim was driving on Stewart Blvd. when she was struck by the male who was also driving in that area. The male subject fled after the collision and there was significant damage caused to the victim’s vehicle. Luckily, she was not injured.

On the next reported date of December 7, 2024, the female was driving in the area of Blockhouse Island, when the male subject again was in the same area. This time, he swerved at her attempting to cause another collision, however, was unsuccessful. Officers attended the area and located the male subject nearby. He was placed under arrest for his actions. Once the investigation was complete on both incidents, he was charged with two counts of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, two counts of assault with a weapon, two counts of fail to comply with probation, fail to stop after an accident and mischief over $5,000.00. He was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Intimate Partner Violence

On December 9, 2024, at about 7:00am, police received a 911 call regarding a domestic dispute that was currently taking place. Officers attended the residence on Perth St. and the investigation revealed that a female and her 17-year-old, boyfriend engaged in an argument over concerns in their relationship. During the argument, the male subject took possession of the female’s phone as he was upset over a text conversation. The male would not give the phone back, and when the female attempted to retrieve it, he shoved her on the bed and spit in her face. Shouting and insults continued where it became physical, as the male had spit on her again, resulting in them trading slaps to their face. As the female attempted to leave the room, the male blocked her from doing so. Then it became physical where a struggle ensued to both get out of the room and retrieve her phone. Once she became free, the police were notified. the injuries are considered non-life-threatening.

As a result, the 17-year-old, male was arrested and charged with two counts of assault and two counts of forcible confinement. The male was released on an undertaking with conditions and a future court date to answer to the charges.

Two Arrested for Fraudulent Vehicle Purchase

On December 3, 2024, at about 4:30pm, police received a call with information regarding a fraudulent purchase of a vehicle from the Nissan dealership on Stewart Blvd. Information was that two females had arranged for the purchase of a 2023 Nissan Armana, valued at approximately $96,000. The transaction was processed and the vehicle was turned over to the females. Shortly after the females left with the vehicle, it was determined by dealership staff that the identification did not match the suspects. Police were advised.

The vehicle in question was tracked and located in the area of Parkedale Ave. Officers attended and located the vehicle. The two female suspects were located in the area and identified to be a 19-year-old and 26-year-old, females out of Hamilton, ON. Investigation revealed that the females used fraudulent identification and documents to process the purchase of the vehicle.

Both were arrested and held for a bail hearing. Each were charged with fraud over $5,000, uses or acts on forged document, possession of identity document and personation with intent to obtain property.

Neighbour Dispute Leads to Arrest

On December 3, 2024, at about 9:45pm, police received a call regarding a dispute between neighbours on Windsor Dr. Information was that one resident was upset about neighbours across the street harassing him by shinning lights in his windows. The male had been drinking and was upset to the point that he threatened to confront them and would smash their windows with a sledgehammer.

Once police arrived the male began heading toward his shed to retrieve his sledgehammer. Officers intervened and attempted to calm the 64-year-old, male subject down, without success. The officers had to place the male under arrest to prevent a further incident from occurring. The male was taken to the Brockville Police Service and charged with uttering threats. He was later released once sober with conditions and a future court date.

The following day, there were further issues where the 64-year-old, male. He was consuming alcohol again and became upset. There was concerns that he was agitated and going to attend the neighbours residence and engage in a confrontation. Police were notified and officers attended. The male was taken into custody to prevent the offence from occurring and protect the victim. He was held for a bail hearing due to safety concerns of the other neighbours.