Category: Press Release

Warrant

A North Grenville man was arrested in the area of Pearl West on the authority of an outstanding OPP warrant for theft. The male subject was turned over to the OPP for processing.

Mischief

An employee reported that a pane of glass in the front of the Subway store was broken. Police are seeking any witnesses to the incident that occurred 10:00pm at the Subway on Windsor Dr. Please contact the Brockville Police at 613-342-0127 with any information.

Assault

An 18 year old male attended to BPS to report that he had been assaulted by ex. girlfriend. The couple had engaged in a dispute in the north end with the accused stricking the victim several times in the face. The suspect was then located and charged with assault.

911 Call/warrant

Police responded to a King St. west address for a possible stabbing only to discover that this was not the case. Police then located a 38 year old male that had outstanding warrants for his arrest. He has been held for a show cause hearing.

Warrant

A 36 year old female turned herself in to police on her outstanding warrant. She was released with a fututre court date.

Breach of Probation

On December 8th, a probation warrant was issued by our citys’ probation office in regards to a local, 20 year old male, not following conditions outlined.

Yesterday, around 12:30 pm, the young man turned himself into the Brockville Police to have it dealt with.  Officers arrested and charged the man with breaching his probation order as well as an outstanding recognizance for other probation breaches.

He was held in custody to appear in bail court.

Shoplifting

Stealing from a north end box store led to a bail hearing for a local male because he was awaiting court on similar charges.  The 47 year old, was charged twice last year and early this summer with theft.  Three outstanding theft charges and breaching conditions of his release while waiting for court, justified being held in custody rather than being allowed to continue committing offences.  Brockville Police attended the store in question yesterday around 1:00 pm. and arrested the subject for theft and breacing his undertaking.  At the time of this release, it is unknown if the man was remanded into custody or not.

Domestic Assault

A domestic dispute which turned physical, resulted in the arrest of a local, 51 year old female.  Brockville Police responded to the dispute on the 29th just after 7:00 pm.  At that time, her boyfriend wanted her removed from the residence as a result of the arguing.  A witness then told police, he had observed the woman strike the male in the side of the face with her hand.  Officers arrested the woman for assault and she was taken into custody.  She was released a short time later and given conditions to abide by along with a future court date.

Attempt Entry to Apartment

Brockville Police responded to an attempt break and enter to a north end apartment building.  On the 29th just after 8:00 pm., Officers attended to the victim’s apartment and noted the glass broken out of a basement floor living room window.  There were also pry marks around the window.  The resident was home at the time and may have scared the suspect off.  People in the area heard a car speed away but no description was given.  The apartment was located in the Kyle Court buildings.  If anyone saw anything out of the ordinary at that time, please contact the Brockville Police.

Drug Bust

A quantity of drugs and cash have been seized as a result of an observant traffic stop on Christmas Day.  The accused was stopped to check on a condition associated to his driver’s licence.  Brockville Police officer, Cst. Dan Hall, stopped the vehicle that date in the south end of the city shortly after 9:00 pm.  As a result of conversing with the driver, police felt there may be drugs within the car.  The vehicle was seized pending obtaining a search warrant and the male driver along with two female passengers were sent on their way.

On the 28th, police searched the vehicle under the strength of a warrant.  Officers seized almost $2500.00 in cash as well as various controlled substances including cocaine.  The street value of the drugs is close to $5000.00, police have also seized the vehicle for now and may keep it under proceeds of crime legislation.  A local, 43 year old man now faces five counts of trafficking in a drug and breaching outstanding release conditions for charges still before the courts.  One of his female passengers, a local 37 year old, faces two counts of possession of a controlled substance.  The second female passenger will not face charges.

Computer Fraud

Reacting to a warning that his computer needed updating, cost a local man $150.00  The problem appeared legitimate and indicated there was an issue with Microsoft.  Banking information was then provided and the monies were taken out by the fraudsters.  Brockville Police received the complaint on the 28th shortly after 2:00 pm.

Police advise the community to be aware of these and other related frauds to avoid being taken.

Assault

A local, 43 year old female, assaulted her grandson’s babysitter after attending a north end residence to visit him.  The babysitter was the child’s other grandmother.  Brockville Police received the complaint yesterday shortly after 3:00 pm.  The accused was not wanted at the residence and a verbal dispute turned physical.  The victim required no medical attention and suffered scratches as a result of the altercation.  Police are now looking to speak to the agressor to obtain her version of the events.

Mischief

A north end restaurant suffered mischief to table and chairs from an unruly customer.  Brockville Police received the complaint shortly after midnight today.  There was evidence left behind and video being reviewed.  Police are not revealing any more information as it is directly related to the investigation.

Public Intoxication

Make sure your aware of your destination before taking a taxi.  A local, 32 year old man, entered a cab on the 27th shortly after 11:00 pm.  He was intoxicated and could not remember where he wanted to be dropped off.  The cab driver attended the Brockville Police Service looking for assistance.  Officers arrested and charged the man with public intoxication after more confusion when asking the man questions.  He was released with a fine when sober.

Unwanted Person

A local, 32 year old man, was intoxicated and unwelcome when he began banging on an apartment door within a centrally located building.  The resident called Brockville Police to have him removed.  Just before 3:00 am., on the 28th, officers located the accused and arrested him for public intoxication.  He was held until able to look after himself and issued a fine.

Accused Arrested in Domestic Assault

Fleeing the city after assaulting his spouse in August, a local man was arrested in the Kawartha Lakes area yesterday.  On August 24th, Brockville Police investigated a serious domestic assault in which the victim suffered a broken nose.  A warrant was issued days later for the arrest of the 42 year old.  He was located yesterday, hiding in a bedroom, when Kawartha Lakes Police attended a residence in their area for an unrelated call.  Brockville Police officers attended their detachment last night and returned the accused for bail court this morning.  He faces charges of assault causing bodily harm and breaching his probation order.

Disturbance

A 30 year old man was arrested early Saturday morning after causing problems at a South end residence. Police were contacted just after 7:00am on the 24th of December after the male started punching walls and yelling at other people in the home. On arrival, police located the man outside the residence, heavily intoxicated. He was subsequently placed under arrest to prevent a further breach of the peace. Once sober, the man was released from custody unconditionally.

Domestic

A 23 year old male is being sought by police in connection to a domestic assault that occurred in the City’s South end early Saturday evening. On the 24th of December at approximately 5:30pm police attended to the downtown residence after being made aware of the incident. As a result of the investigation, the 23 year old male is now wanted by police for Domestic Assault and various Court Order breaches. The female victim did not require medical assistance.

Mental Health Act

A 36 year old female was apprehended by police late Saturday evening after threatening suicide. At approximately 10:30pm police were called to a center town address where the female was causing problems and threatening self-harm. Concerned for her wellbeing, police apprehended the female under the Mental Health Act and escorted her to Brockville General Hospital for assessment.

Liquor Licence Act

Excessive alcohol consumption led to the arrest of a local, 47 year old man early Friday afternoon. Police received several calls around 2:30pm,on the 23rd of December, concerning the intoxicated male, who was having difficulty walking on Stewart Blvd in the center of the City. The male was located by police and subsequently arrested for being intoxicated in a public place. He was later released with a fine, once sober.

Breach of Probation

A 17 year old male was arrested for breaching the conditions of his Probation late Friday evening. On the 23rd of December at approximately 11:30pm, as a result of a RIDE check, police located the Youth out past his curfew, as set out in his Probation Order.The male was subsequently arrested and charged with Breach of Probation and released with a future Court date.

Designate a Driver

Brockville Police Service continue to urge the Public to ensure everyone designate a sober driver, arrange a ride or take a taxi if they have been consuming alcohol or drugs. Last night, RIDE checks were set up at various locations throughout the City. As a result of these efforts, 2 males were arrested in unrelated incidents for being in possession of a Controlled Substance. Police are reminding the Public that Impaired Driving can be determined by either alcohol or drug and the Brockville Police Service will continue their efforts to locate impaired drivers throughout this Holiday Season.

Mischief

A central/east public school was the victim of a mischief after someone wrote a hate crime message on a school sign.  Brockville Police attended the school around 9:30 am, on the 22nd and took pictures of the damage and searched for witnesses.  The damage was minimal and the small sign can be replaced if the message can’t be removed.

Police are still searching for a suspect.

Mental Health

A local, 66 year old man, was taken to hospital Thursday afternoon to check on his mental health.  Brockville Police attended his residence around 1:00pm., after a mental health professional indicated the male had not been taking his medication and was showing signs of hightened agitation.

Officers escorted the man to hospital for appropriate care.

Assault with a Weapon

Punching his younger brother and then producing a knife has resulted in the arrest of a local, 12 year old boy.  The young man got into a dispute with his 11 year old brother and punched him in the face.  He then produced both a knife and a baseball bat during the incident and made further threats to harm him.  Brockville Police attended the south end residence shortly after 1:00 pm., on the 22nd.  Officers arrested and charged the youngster with assault with a weapon, weapons dangerous and three counts of breaching his current probation order.

He was held in custody and will appear in bail court.  The younger brother suffered minor injuries to his face as a result of the punch, the weapons mentioned never made physical contact with his person.

Shoplifting

Stealing jewellry from a north end box store has resulted in charges for a local, 35 year old woman.  Store security contacted Brockville Police on the 22nd around 2:00 pm.  Officers were informed the accused had a ring and a bracelet on her person.  She was arrested for theft and brought back to the station to be searched by a female officer, where the items were recovered.

She was released shortly afterwards with a future fingerprint and court date.

Mental Health

A local teenager was taken to hospital after threatening to hurt himself with a knife.  A family member contacted police on the 22nd around 5:00 pm.  She indicated the 17 year old, grabbed a knife and went upstairs within the north end home.  Brockville Police officers attended the home and spoke to the young man.  It was decided he should speak with mental health staff at local hospital.  He was left in their care for further evaluation and treatment.

Shoplifting

Stealing from a north end box store resulted in a theft charge for a local, 50 year old man.  Brockville Police attended the store on the 22nd around 5:00 pm., to speak to store security and the suspect.

He was arrested and charged with theft and released at the scene with a future fingerprint and court date.

Attempt Suicide

Brockville Police attended a south end residence last night, shortly after 11:00 pm., to speak to a local, 21 year old, threatening self harm  The man had attempted to hang himself but another family member cut him down before any harm was done.  The man then fled the residence and was located by officers several blocks away.  He was escorted to local hospital and left in the custody of security staff there.  However, he took off from their care and Brockville Police were called to re-attend.  This time, officers located him back at his residence.  The man was returned to hospital staff.

Warrant For Arrest

Failing to show up for court resulted in the issuance of a warrant for a local, 39 year old woman.  In November of this year, Brockville Police arrested the woman for impaired driving and released her from custody with a court date in early December.  She failed to appear and a warrant was issued for her arrest.  On the 21st, shortly before 3:00 pm., the accused turned herself into Brockville Police, aware she was now a wanted person.She was arrested and charged with failing to appear for court, then released with all her charges put over to a January date to be addressed.

Liquor Compliance Checks

No liquor licence violations noted after inspections carried out on local establishments.  Shortly after 9:00 pm., Brockville Police in conjunction with a Liquor Inspector from the Alcohol and Gaming Comission of Ontario (AGCO), completed checks of local liquor licences to ensure compliance.  Violations can include, under age drinking, over crowding etc.  As stated, no offences were noted.

RIDE

Brockville Police officers completed RIDE checks throughout the Community last night.  Hundreds of vehicles and their drivers were spoken to at different locations and sobriety levels checked to ensure no one was drinking and driving.  Everyone that police interacted with was sober and no arrests were made.  These programs continue take place during the entire year but several more are added to the schedule during the holiday season.

Please help us to keep our roads safe.  Arrange a ride, take a cab or assign a sober designated driver!!

Fire

Police are unable to determine the owner of a chair discovered on fire near the rail crossing on Park Street.  Brockville Police along with the Brockville Fire Department attended the area on the 19th just before noon.  Officers could not locate any witnesses in the area and are unsure of a motive.

Impaired Driving

A local, 31 year old man, has been charged with care and control of a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol consumption.  Brockville Police, on general patrol, observed a vehicle stuck in a snowbank on Stewart Blvd. at Front Avenue.  The accused was standing nearby and admitted to being the operator.  The man lost control and spun out at about 9:30 pm., on the 19th.  He was arrested shortly afterwards and taken to the station for breath tests.  Breath samples obtained registered almost three times the legal limit.  The subject was released in the morning with a future court date.

Public Intoxication

Causing problems while a passenger in a motor vehicle led to the arrest of a local, 19 year old man.  The accused was intoxicated and got into a verbal dispute with the female driver.  She wanted him out of the vehicle but he refused to leave resulting in police being contacted.  Brockville Police attended the north end apartment building lot on the 19th just before midnight.  Officers noted the subject was intoxicated and not very co-operative.  He was arrested and charged with public intoxication.  He was issued a fine when sober and sent on his way.

Public Intoxication

A north end eatery contacted Brockville Police, concerned about an intoxicated man in the area of the liquor store.  On the 17th, just before 9:00 pm., officers located the local, 30 year old, noted he was very drunk and arrested and charged him with being intoxicated in a public place.  He was released the next morning when sober.  A fine of $65.00 is now due for the offence.

Theft From Unlocked Vehicles

Over the course of Sundays’ dayshift, the 18th, Brockville Police received three different complaints of vehicles entered overnight.  Items were removed in two of the incidents which took place in the cental/east portion of the city.  Brockville Police remind the community to lock their vehicles and remove the opportunity presented to these criminals.

If your vehicle was entered and police were not called, please do so.  These reports allow us to concentrate our efforts and identify patterns to reduce thefts or deal with the responsible parties.

Car Fire

A local man’s vehicle caught fire at a central area parking lot around 7:30 pm., on the 18th.  The vehicle was giving him problems starting and a tow truck had been called.  Shortly after the tow truck arrived, the fire started.  The cause is believed to be electrical in nature and damage was extensive.