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Robbery / Possession of stolen property / Impaired

On December 25, 2021 at about 3:00PM, the Brockville Police Service received a report of a possible impaired driver in the area of Parkedale Ave. and Stewart Blvd. The suspect vehicle was located in the area of Jefferson Dr. When officers spoke to the driver it was evident the male driver was under the influence of a substance. The male was identified to be 37-year-old male named, Brendan Goode, who is not a resident of Brockville. Investigation revealed that he was impaired by drugs and the vehicle he was operating was stolen out of the Toronto area. He also attempted to lie about his identity and was in possession of a quantity of crystal meth and fentanyl. He was arrested and later released on an undertaking with a court date for the offences of impaired driving (drugs), possession of property obtained by crime, possession a forged document, possession of crystal meth and fentanyl, obstruct a peace officer and fail to comply with probation.  

Further;

On December 26, 2021 at about 1:15PM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint of a vehicle that had been stolen after the owner was assaulted. The incident took place in the area of Perth St. and the suspect is the above mentioned male, Brendan Goode. The victim’s vehicle was running in the driveway when Goode approached and entered the driver seat. The owner then attempted to intervene on the theft and engage in a conversation. Goode began backing away out of the driveway of the residence and the owner jumped into the passenger seat. Goode drove away from the residence just a short distance and in that time a physical altercation took place in the vehicle. The owner was assaulted and thrown from the vehicle where he sustained injuries and was taken to hospital. Injuries are described as non-life-threatening. There were multiple witnesses to the incident. There has been a warrant issued for the suspects arrest for the offences of robbery, fail to comply with  probation, dangerous operation of motor vehicle, failure to stop after an accident, fail to comply with undertaking and operating a motor vehicle while prohibited.  The vehicle in question was recovered in Quebec.

Stolen Vehicle

On December 26, 2021 at about 3:15PM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint of a stolen vehicle from Windsor Dr. The vehicle was last seen the previous night and was taken without the owner’s knowledge or consent. The suspect was not known at the time. Later that same day the vehicle was located in the area of Sudbury, ON by the OPP. The suspect was also located nearby and arrested in relation to this incident. He is a 51-year-old male who frequents Brockville. The suspect is being brought before the courts.

Assault

On December 27, 2021 at about 11:45AM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint of an assault at a residence on Victoria Ave. Information was received from a third party that it sounded like an a fight was taking place and someone was being assaulted. Police arrived on scene and spoke to the victim / resident of the address. Investigation revealed that a 44-year-old female was visiting a male at his residence when an argument ensued. During the argument, the female attacked and assaulted the male. She was arrested, charged and released on an undertaking for the offences of assault and fail to comply with probation. The injuries are non-life-threatening.

Assault

On December 29, 2021 at about 4:30PM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint of an assault. Officers spoke to the male victim of the incident who advised that he had been in an altercation with his son. Investigation revealed that the father and son had engaged in a verbal altercation that turned physical in the area of North Augusta Rd. The nature of the incident and non-life-threatening injuries indicate that an assault had taken place. The 36-year-old suspect, the victim’s son, was arrested, charged and released on an undertaking with conditions abstain from communication with the victim. Later that night, the victim received multiple forms of communication from the suspect including threats. Officers were investigating the new complaint and had grounds to arrest and charge the suspect for these new offences. However, on December 30, 2021 at about 1:00AM, the 36-year-old male attended to the Brockville Police Service and was upset. Officers spoke to the male and arrested him for the threats and failing to comply with the non-communication condition of his undertaking. During that arrest, an odour of alcohol was coming from the male and it was noticed that the male had driven to the police station. After learning this information, the demand for a roadside breath sample was given and he failed as a result. Further breath samples revealed that the male was driving with over two and a half times the legal limit of alcohol in his blood. The male was held for a bail hearing. Total charges now before the courts for this subject are assault, fail to comply with undertaking, utter threats, impaired driving and driving over 80mg.          

Theft

On December 29, 2021 at about 5:30PM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint of someone breaking into a mailbox and stealing in the area of Glenn Wood Pl. Officers attended and investigation revealed that a 55-year-old man had tampered with a mailbox and stole mail. He was located within the area and was arrested for theft of mail. He was released with a future court date.

Warrants

On December 29, 2021 at about 9:30PM, officers from the Brockville Police Service were on patrol in the area of Perth St. While there, the officers observed a 52-year-old male who had an outstanding bench warrant for failing to attend court. The male was arrested and searched. During the search, the male was found to be in possession of small amounts of fentanyl and crystal meth. He was held in custody for a bail hearing on the non-endorsed bench warrant and the additional two charges of possession of fentanyl and crystal meth. 

Break and Enter

On December 23, 2021 at about 1:30PM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint of a break and enter at an address on Water St. The incident was observed by a witness and the suspect was believed to be in the area. Officers arrived and did locate the suspect close by. The suspect was identified and is known to be a 40-year-old male. He was placed under arrest for the break and enter. It was found that some of the items he was attempting to steal included a tool bench, lawn mower, extension ladder, medical chair, propane tanks and multiple power tools. Once arrested, the male was found to be in possession of a substance believed to be fentanyl. While it may have been a smaller amount, this drug is extremely dangerous and small amount can easily cause harm. Once the investigation was complete, the male subject was released on an undertaking with a court date for the offences of break and enter, fail to comply with probation and possession of fentanyl.  

Scams and Fraud

The Brockville Police Service would like to inform the community to be aware of scams and potential frauds this holiday season. Moving forward into the New Year, various scams become more frequent during the income tax period as well. Please be aware and protect yourself. 

First and foremost, there is no consumer protection when buying/selling products on sites like Kijiji, Craigslist, and Facebook Market Place. There is inherent risk to these types of transactions and is a ‘buyer beware’ situation. Once you enter into an agreement to purchase an item and a product/service is obtained, it is incumbent on you, either as a seller or buyer, to ensure that the transaction is complete. If not, this is a risk that is assumed by you.

As a purchaser/seller of goods you have a responsibility to take reasonable steps to avoid becoming the victim of a fraud. These include but are not limited to;

– Meeting in-person in a public location and thoroughly inspecting the product prior to offering to buy.

– Not purchasing a product without seeing first. Most importantly; this would include payment of first and last month’s rent without attending the property first.

– As a seller, that you do not accept cheques sent in the mail as payment. Cheques are becoming a frequent method and source of fraud.

– As a buyer, never send an e-transfer to an unknown individual.

– If a deal is too good to be true, then it most likely is. Use common sense to protect yourself from people who want to take advantage of you.

For more information regarding common scams, please visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.

On behalf of the Brockville Police Service, I would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and safe holiday! It’s a time of year for joy and happiness so please, plan a ride, don’t drink and drive.

Shoplifting

On December 15, 2021 at about 11:00PM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint regarding a theft from Shoppers Drug Mart on Parkedale Ave. It was reported that multiple fragrances were stolen from the store with a value totaling $320.00. Investigation confirmed a 40-year-old male, identified by police, took the merchandise. Later, on December 20, 2021 at about 3:00PM, officers from the Brockville Police Service located and arrested the identified male for theft under $5,000.00. When he was located, it was also discovered that the male was in breach of his probation conditions. He was present with a female, which he is on conditions to abstain from communicating with. Once the investigation was complete, he was charged and released on an undertaking for the offences of theft under $5,000.00 and fail to comply with probation. He has been given a future court date.  

Domestic Dispute

On December 21, 2021 at about 5:00AM, the Brockville Police Service responded to a 911 call that had been disconnected prior to receiving information about the complaint. Officers attended to check the residence on King St. E., where the call originated from, to ensure everyone’s safety.  When officers arrived they located a male and female couple who had been involved in a domestic dispute. Investigation revealed that the 45-year-old female had thrown a furniture item at her male partner. She was placed under arrest for assault with a weapon. Once the investigation was completed, she was released on an undertaking for the above mentioned offence with conditions and a future court date. Any injuries are considered minor in nature. 

Warrant and Personation

On December 22, 2021 at about 9:00PM, officers from the Brockville Police Service located and arrested a 26-year-old female who had multiple warrants for her arrest including; a bench warrant for fail to attend court and a warrant in first instance for failing to attend for fingerprinting. When the female was originally located, she attempted to identify herself as a different female with a piece of stolen, government issued identification. She was later released on an undertaking for the above mentioned offences pertaining to the warrants. She was additionally charged with personation with intent to avoid arrest and possession of an identity document.

Warrants

On December 20, 2021 at about 10:45PM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint regarding a female at the Shoppers Drug Mart on Parkedale Ave. It was believed the female was attempting to steal items. Officers arrived quickly and located the female. The female was identified as a 37-year-old female who had outstanding warrants for her arrest. These were bench warrants for failing to attend court on previous theft and failing to comply with probation charges. She was arrested and released with a new court date.

Further;

On December 22, 2021 at about 4:45PM, a 32-year-old female attended the Brockville Police Service to turn herself in due to an outstanding bench warrant for fail to attend court. She was issued a new court date and released.

Warrants

On December 17^th, 2021 at about 11:30PM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint regarding a possible wanted person at an establishment in the downtown area. Officers arrived and confirmed the information. A 33-year-old female was arrested on an outstanding warrant for the offence of assault. The female was released on an appearance notice with a future court date. 

Further;

On December 19^th, 2021 at about 8:20PM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint to check on the well-being of a female on King ST. E. Officers located a 33-year-old female who was struggling in the elements. It was found that she did have an outstanding bench warrant for failing to appear for court. She was arrested and released with a future court date. Arrangements were made for the female to be safe and in shelter for the night.

Further;

On December 20^th, 2021 at about 1:30AM on William St., officers from the Brockville Police Service located a 33-year-old male that was known to be wanted for failing to appear for court. The male was arrested on his outstanding bench warrant. He was released shortly after with a future court date.

Breach Probation

On December 14, 2021 at about Noon, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint of what sounded like a domestic dispute at a residence on Brock St. Officers arrived and found a male and female couple who were engaged in a domestic dispute. One who was involved in the dispute was a 37-year-old male who is on conditions not to be within 100 meters of others who reside it the area of their location. While no criminal charges came as a result of the dispute, the male was arrested for breaching his probation conditions. He was charged and released with a future court date. 

Break and Enter

On December 14, 2021 at about 5:00PM, the Brockville Police Service responded to a report of a break and enter at the Employment and Education Centre on Strowger Blvd. Officers arrived and located a 33-year-old male who was making attempts to break into the building. The male was arrested for break and enter and taken into custody. He was later released on and undertaking with conditions and a future court date.

Cause Disturbance

On December 15, 2021 at about 7:15PM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint of a male in the area of the 1000 Islands Mall who was causing a disturbance. It was reported that he was shouting, swearing and walking into traffic at random. Officers arrived and spent time attempting to calm the 28-year-old male. He was not cooperative with police and was taken into custody. He spent the majority of the night yelling, spitting and causing problems. He was later released after being charged with causing a disturbance and breach probation.

Domestic Dispute

On December 16, 2021 at about 10:00PM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint of a domestic dispute on Cartier Crt. Officers attended and spoke to the couple involved. Investigation revealed that a 70-year-old female had assaulted her male partner and in fact, pulled a knife on him. The female was arrested and taken into custody. After further investigation, it was decided to charge the female with assault and assault with a weapon. She was later released on an undertaking with conditions and a future court date. No one was injured in this incident.

Domestic Dispute:

On December 11, 2021 at about 12:30AM, the Brockville Police Service responded to a domestic dispute on Brock St. Officers spoke to the parties involved. Investigation revealed that a physical altercation had taken place. A 38-year-old female was arrested for assault, uttering threats and failing to comply with probation. Her partner involved did receive medical attention for non-life threatening injuries. Once the investigation was complete, the accused was released on an undertaking for the above mentioned offences with a future court date.

Warrants:

Over the weekend the officers from the Brockville Police Service executed three different arrest warrants on individuals within our community. They were the following;

December 10^th, 2021 at about 10:00AM a 39-year-old female was arrested on her outstanding warrant for failing to comply with her release order. The warrant was unendorsed and the female was held for a bail hearing.

December 11^th, 2021 at about 6:30PM a 50-year-old male was arrested on his outstanding bench warrant for failing to attend court. The warrant was unendorsed and the male was held for a bail hearing.

December 12^th, 2021 at about 5:00PM a 49-year-old male was arrested on his outstanding endorsed bench warrant for failing to attend court. This individual turned himself into police for the warrant to be executed. Once processed he was released on an appearance notice with a future court date.

Domestic Dispute

On December 9, 2021 at about 1:00AM, the Brockville Police Service responded to a complaint of a domestic dispute on Bisley Cr. Information was that a male and female couple were in an argument where the male was making threats to kill the female. Officers attended and the investigation revealed that there was reasonable grounds to arrest the 41-year-old male for uttering threats and assault. The male had been drinking at the time. He did not comply with the arrest but luckily, officers were able to gain control of the male without injury. The male was released on an undertaking with a future court date for the offences of utter threats to both persons and property, domestic related assault, mischief under $5,000.00 and resist arrest.

A Brockville youth is to appear in court this morning after making a verbal threat of a school shooting toward St. Mary Catholic High School in Brockville.

Just after 12pm yesterday afternoon, school administration contacted the Brockville Police when students had alerted them of the verbal threat made by the youth. In addition, videos and images were sent from the youth to other students and began circulating online. School administration followed necessary protocol and placed the school in a hold and secure mode for a short period of time until officers with the Brockville Police were able to locate the individual. A short time later the youth was taken into custody without incident.

The police investigation is continuing at present and interviews are still being conducted with regard to the situation. The board is also initiating the Violent Threat Risk Assessment Protocol (VTRA) and counseling supports are being provided onsite to students at St. Mary CHS. The Brockville Police and the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario wish to assure staff, students and parents there are no further concerns for safety at the school as a result of this incident.

Pedestrian Death

On December 5, 2021 at approximately 1:15AM, the Brockville Police Service received information regarding a pedestrian who was struck by a freight train. The incident took place in the area of Perth St. in Brockville along the Westbound CN railway tracks. The incident did result in the death of a youth. The investigation is currently ongoing between CN Police, OPP Forensic Identification and Brockville Police Service Detectives. Due to the ongoing investigation, no further details will be released at this time. On behalf of the Brockville Police Service and everyone involved in this incident, I would like to share my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the person lost.

Assault:

On November 29, 2021 at about 9:00AM, the Brockville Police Service received a complaint at the apartment building of 26 William St. regarding yelling and screaming. Officers arrived and discovered that a 37-year-old, local male had been assaulted. He is currently in hospital receiving medical care for his injuries, which are considered serious in nature. The Brockville Police Service is asking for anyone with information to contact Det. Graham Coe at 613-342-0127 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Warrants:

On November 30, 2021 at about 9:45AM, a 43-year-old local male turned himself into the Brockville Police Service as he had learned of an outstanding Bench warrant for failing to attend court. The male was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Further;

On November 30, 2021 at about 11:00AM, the Brockville Police Service located a 53-year-old male who had an outstanding arrest warrant for criminal harassment, two counts of fail to comply with undertaking conditions and two counts of fail to comply with release order conditions. He was arrested on the warrant and held for a bail hearing.

Unwanted Person Leads to Assault:

On November 30, 2021 at about 9:00PM, the Brockville Police Service was called to a residence on Bartholomew St. regarding an unwanted person in the residence. The complainant called advising that a male who is temporarily residing with her is causing problems and no longer welcome. Officers arrived and the investigation revealed that the 35-year-old male had assaulted the complainant and caused damage in the residence. The male was arrested and charged with assault, mischief under $5,000.00 and three counts of failing to comply with probation conditions. He was held in custody for a bail hearing.