Category: Press Release

Bail Violation

On October 7^th 2016 at approximately 17:00, a 32 year old male attended the police station to sign-in as required by his court release conditions. However, the male showed up late and while speaking to an officer, it was found that the male had been consuming alcohol contrary to his release conditions. He was arrested and held for bail court.

RIDE Program

On October 7^th 2016, police set up a RIDE program on William Street. A 26 year old female and a 38 year old male entered the RIDE stop and spoke with officers. After interacting with both parties, police arrested both the male and female for possession of a controlled substance. A search of the vehicle found a large quantity of marihuana and cash. The female was charged with possession for the purpose and later released. The male was charged with possession for the purpose as well as breaching court release conditions. He was held for bail court.

Mischief

In the early hours of October 9^th 2016, police attended to Brockville City Bus Lines in regards to smoke in the area. Six school buses were found to have significant damage to several windows, tail lights as well as having fire extinguishers being discharged inside. Police are still investigating.

Domestic Dispute

Later in the evening of October 9^th, a 28 year old male and his girlfriend engaged in an argument at their south end residence. During the course of the argument, the male proceeded to break several items in the residence. The male was arrested and charged with mischief and was released with a future court date.

Domestic Dispute

In the early morning hours of October 10^th, a 23 year old female engaged in a verbal altercation with her boyfriend after returning home from the bar. Police attended and both parties were separated for the night. The female was on conditions not to consume alcohol and was charged with breaching conditions. She was released at the scene with a future court date.

Unwanted Person

On October 10^th 2016, police attended a downtown establishment at approximately 4:30 pm for an unwanted patron. A 61 year old male was involved in a verbal altercation with staff. The male was found to be intoxicated and was arrested for public intoxication. He was released from custody later when sober.

Break and Enter

Shortly before 10pm on October 10^th, police attended a center town business for a break and enter.

Unknown suspects entered and caused considerable damage to windows and setting off fire extinguishers. A small fire was set and a fire alarm station was pulled prompting Brockville Fire to attend.

The matter is still being investigated.

Trouble With Son

On September 30th at 1:49 pm, Brockville Police attended a north end apartment complex after several 911 calls about an unknown disturbance.

Officers learned a local 18 year old male was locked out of the apartment he shared with his mother. She no longer wished for him to reside there due to behavioural issues. The young man broke the living room window to gain entry. He was arrested and charged with mischief as well as breaching his current probation order. Shortly afterwards, the accused was released on conditions and a different address.

Drunk and Unwanted

On September 30th at 2:49 pm, Brockville Police attended an apartment on King Street West in regards to an unwanted person.

A local 61 year old male, asked Police to remove his 62 year old buddy from his residence after their conversation turned sour. The other male would not leave when requested and was noted to be heavily intoxicated. Officers arrested the man to prevent a further breach of the peace. He was released without charges when sober.

Public Intoxication

On September 30th at 7:06 pm, Brockville Police attended a north end box store after reports of a man walking around drinking beer in the business. Officers located the local 42 year old shortly before his arrest for public intoxication. He was released with a fine when sober.

Domestic Dispute

On September 30th at 10:14 pm, Brockville Police received information of a domestic dispute taking place in a north end complex.

Officers spoke to a local 38 year old man who had been drinking and was not getting along with his girlfriend. He was arrested to prevent a further breach of the peace and released without charges when sober.

Mistreatment of Pet Leads to Charges

On October 1st at 1:00 am, Brockville Police approached a man outside a King Street East bar.

Officers witnessed the local 50 year old being refused entry to the establishment by staff. He then began tossing a dog into the air and handing the animal around to others in the area while holding it upside down.

When spoken to by Police, it was discovered the man was under release conditions, which included no consumption of alcohol.  These conditions stemmed from domestic assault charges in the Hamilton area. They also hold a warrant for the man after he failed to show up for court. He was arrested and charged with breaching his undertaking by drinking.

On route to the station, he threatened to smash the escorting Officers teeth in and minutes later spit at the same Officer from his cell. The man will appear in bail court and faces additional charges of uttering threats and assault Police. Even if free to go on local charges, Hamilton Officers will be ready to escort the accused back to their jurisdiction to deal with charges there.

Assist Ambulance

On October 1st at 2:09 am, Brockville Police attended the King Street West area after a local male took off from ambulance staff.

The 17 year old had called for help due to cutting his finger and was bandaged up. He indicated he needed to get to his girlfriend’s house and fled on foot. Police attended the area and located him after searching for several minutes.

At that time, he was arrested and charged with public intoxication. Once back at the station, the youth removed his dressing and smeared his blood from ceiling to floor. The cell was useless for housing prisoners until staff attended the station to sanitize the area. The young man was released when sober and charged with mischief.

Impaired Driver

On October 1st at 4:13 am, Brockville Police stopped a motor vehicle in the south/west portion of the city.

The local, 31 year old, male driver was arrested for impaired driving. Samples of his breath registered more than double the legal limit. His local, 32 year old, male passenger was causing problems for Police during the traffic stop. He was arrested as well for public intoxication and released when sober with a fine.

The driver was charged with operating a motor vehicle while impaired, over the legal limit and breaching his probation order.

Break and Enter

On October 1st at 7:58 am, Brockville Police attended a north end apartment complex in regards to a break and enter.

Sometime between midnight and 7 am, an insecure window was entered on the ground floor unit and different items removed.

The investigation is ongoing.

Dog Killed in Attack

On October 1st at 4:44 pm, Brockville Police responded to a dog attack complaint at a south end residence.

A dog entered a neighbour’s yard and began attacking their dog. The owner of the aggressor, along with a male friend of his, attended to try and pull the animals apart. They were not having much success and the friend pulled out a knife and stabbed the dog several times to try and stop the fight. Still having no luck, the friend finally destroyed the animal by striking it in the head with a blunt object.

The neighbour’s pet was taken to an animal hospital for treatment of its injuries.

Domestic Dispute

On October 2nd at 3:01 am, Brockville Police attended a south end residence after a report of an intoxicated man outside the home.

Officers spoke to a local 51 year old man, who indicated he was looking for his dog. He had blood on his hands and his story didn’t line up. Officers entered the home and spoke to his spouse. She indicated there had been a verbal dispute between the two and her husband had cut his hand after striking a drinking glass. Police arrested the intoxicated man to avoid a further breach of the peace. He was released without charges when sober.

Man with Drugs Draws Attention

On October 2nd at 6:20 am, Brockville Police attended the pathway between St. Paul Street and Henry Street after a complaint of a man yelling and sounding an air horn.

As Officers were walking the path they discovered a 24 year old male from the Ottawa area who was standing in the bushes. It appeared he was just pulling up his pants and there were several pair of women’s underwear on the ground at his feet. He was found in possession of numerous other pairs of women’s underwear and bras.

After questioning, the man admitted they were his and indicated an obsession for same. The Ottawa Police Service had charged the subject in August of this year with numerous criminal offences including drug charges. One of the conditions of his release there involved not possessing any unlawful substances. Brockville Police searched a back pack carried by the accused and discovered varied amounts of mushrooms, heroin, cocaine, marijuana and speed. Scales and other drug paraphernalia were seized also. The young man was arrested and charged with breaching his release conditions as well as possession of a drug for the purposes of trafficking.

He was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Male Uncooperative in Domestic Dispute

On October 3rd at 3:14 am, Brockville Police attended a domestic dispute at a south end apartment building.

Officers could hear a woman screaming from street level and attended the unit in question. A male voice told them they could not come in. Police obtained a key and gained entry after some effort. The male had tied off the knob of the door with a cable. At one point the subject tried to exit a rear fire escape but observed an Officer behind the building and re-entered the apartment.

Police spoke with the woman involved and she indicated the dispute was verbal in nature. The male, a local 24 year old, was arrested for obstructing Police. He was held for a bail hearing.

Of note, he had been placed on probation in September of 2014 for attempt robbery.  In August of this year, he was charged with obstructing a Police Officer and breaching an undertaking.

Missing Person

Tyler Kerr, 30 years of age, is missing and believed to be in the Ottawa area. Police are concerned and wanting to make sure the male is alright.

Break and Enter

Overnight, on October 4^th, police responded to an address in the south end of Brockville in regards to the home owner hearing his front door open and close. Entry was not gained and nothing taken.

Police also responded later to a Break and Enter in the center area of Brockville. Homeowner woke up and noticed that her purse was missing. Entry was gained thru a sliding window in the basement. Purse and wallet were taken.

Police are encouraging residents to keep doors locked and report any suspicious activity.

Outstanding Crimes Solved

On September 28th the Brockville Police reported a mischief to a bar on King Street East during overnight hours. A front window had been smashed out of the business. On that same date, we took a report of a vacant property, which was under renovation,

suffering mischief. The front door had been tore of the residence in the south end of the city. We then attended a south end business for a mischief complaint. A cement block had been thrown through the front door glass. In the afternoon of the 28th, Brockville Police took a theft from vehicle complaint in the south end of the city. Loose change had been stolen and the vehicle was ransacked.

On October 4th, at approximately 4:30 pm, Brockville Police completed an investigation into these incidents. A local 21 year old male has been arrested and charged as the responsible party in all the above mentioned crimes. Charges of mischief (3 counts), break and enter and theft have been laid. The young man was released with a future court date and given some conditions to abide by.

Mental Health

On October 4th at 9:19 pm, Brockville Police attended a south end residence for a noise complaint.

A local 51 year old woman informed Officers that people on the street began yelling at her through a window. After conversing with her, Police felt her complaint was unfounded and she was having some mental health difficulties. She was apprehended under the Mental Health Act and escorted to hospital for appropriate care.

Three Day Suspension

On October 5th at 12:15 am, Brockville Police attended the north end of Perth Street in regards to a vehicle idling on the shoulder of the roadway.

Officers spoke to a local 56 year old man who they noted had been consuming alcohol. A demand was given for a sample of his breath into a roadside screening device. The sample registered a “warn”, indicating a blood alcohol level over .05% but under the impaired driving limit. His licence was suspended for 72 hours and the vehicle was towed.

Assisting Ottawa Police

On October 5th at 9:20 am, Brockville Police Officers assisted the ROPE Unit (Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement) of the OPP.

They arrested a local 53 year old male wanted in the Ottawa area for domestic related charges. Officers attended a north end apartment complex to make the arrest, completed without incident. The man was held in custody at our Service until Ottawa Officers arrived to complete the escort back to their city.

Suicide Threat

On October 5th at 11:31 am, Brockville Police attended one of our high schools after a local18 year old indicated he wanted to take his life. Officers apprehended the young man under the Mental Health Act and escorted him to hospital. He was left in the care of medical staff to obtain the proper care.

Shoplifting

On October 5th at 2:54 pm, Brockville Police attended a north end grocery store to deal with a shoplifter.

A local 55 year old man loaded a cart with almost $800.00 worth of goods and exited the store making no attempt to pay. Store security apprehended the subject and called Police. Officers arrested the male for theft and released him with a future court and fingerprint date.

Vehicle Seized For Stunt Driving

On October 5th at 5:59 pm, Brockville Police stopped a vehicle on the 401 after a reading of 151 km/hr captured on radar. The 50 year old, male driver, resides in the Gatineau area. He was charged with stunt driving and his vehicle was seized for 7 days. A court date was issued to deal with the offence.

Medical Concern

On October 5th at 8:06 pm, Brockville Police attended the Brockville General Hospital to assist in locating a female patient.

The local 50 year old left the facility before blood work came back indicating a concern for her well being. Officers located the woman in the south end of the city and returned her to medical staff for appropriate care.

Bail Violation

On October 5th at 8:43 pm, Brockville Police attended a north end apartment complex to follow up an investigation.

A local 18 year old male not involved in their purpose at the building was spoken to about his identity. Officers learned the male was on release conditions for a mischief charge, with a condition forbidding him from attending the complex. The young man was arrested for breaching his release document and held in custody for a bail hearing.

Family Dispute

On October 5th at 11:18 pm, Brockville Police attended an apartment building in the center of the city for a family dispute. Two brothers, 21 and 19 years of age, both consuming alcohol, engaged in a verbal dispute.

Officers discovered the older one was wanted for failing to attend court for outstanding charges. He was arrested as a result. The younger brother had left the apartment but returned in time to see his sibling in the rear of a cruiser. The dispute now forgotten, the 19 year old began causing problems for Police. He was arrested for being intoxicated in a public place.

In the morning, the 21 year old was released on new paperwork and given a future court date. The 19 year old was issued a fine and they walked away together again.

Break and Enter

On September 29th at 8:17 am, Brockville Police attended a residential break and enter in the north end of the city.

Overnight, entry was gained to a home while the owners were sleeping. A wallet and purse as well as a camera were removed from the residence. The residents became aware of the crime when someone from the area called them to report finding the wallet near the soccer fields on Laurier Blvd.

The investigation is continuing and Police believe this incident is connected to other recent break and enters.

Theft From Vehicle

On September 29th at 4:48 pm, Brockville Police received a complaint involving a theft of cash from a parked vehicle.

The victim reports returning to her south end residence around 4:15 pm. and only ten minutes later, attended her car in the driveway and noted the theft. No one was observed in the area.  At this time, there are no suspects.

Unwanted Intoxicated Male

On September 29th at 10:42 pm, Brockville Police attended a King Street West eatery in regards to an unwanted person. The local 40 year old was intoxicated and being belligerent with staff. He refused to leave when first asked. Officers located the man outside the front door of the establishment. He was intoxicated and not following direction very well.

For his own safety and the safety of others, he was arrested and charged with public intoxication. When sober, the man was released from custody and issued a fine.

Property Mischiefs

On September 30th at 1:12 am, Brockville Police attended a residence on Tupper Street in regards to a mischief.

The home owner awoke after hearing noises in her front yard. She observed two large flower pots overturned but the responsible individuals had already fled the area.

This morning, Police took reports of mischiefs from several other residents in the north end of the city. A windshield was smashed out of a vehicle in the Kensington area, a pumpkin was thrown at another parked vehicle causing body damage. Approximately eight complaints have been received to this point involving breaking of solar lights, flower pots busted etc.

Two suspects were observed fleeing from one of the homes. A senseless string of crimes that affected many members of the community.

If anyone has information that might help us identify these individuals, please contact us as soon as possible. (613) 342-0127, Ext. ‘0’.

Dumpster Fire

On September 30th at 3:08 am, Brockville Police attended the rear parking lot of a north end apartment complex with the Brockville Fire Department. An active fire was taking place in the dumpster for the building. It is unknown at this point whether the fire was accidental or arson.

The Brockville Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance regarding an altercation which took place outside of ‘The Bar’ (former Commercial Hotel) on Friday September 23rd at approximately 1030 p.m. At that time officers responded to a disturbance outside the establishment involving a group of individuals in a fight. A large crowd had gathered outside and was watching the disturbance on officer’s arrival.  As a result of the incident a male described as being in his late 30’s-early 40’s suffered significant head and facial injuries and was transported to the Brockville General Hospital where he was treated for his injuries and later released.

Investigators are looking to speak with anyone who may have been in ‘The Bar’ around the time of the incident or on King Street during the time of the altercation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Brockville Police at 613-342-0127 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Shoplifter

On September 28th at 10:32 am, Brockville Police attended a north end box store in regards to a man caught shoplifting.

The local 22 year old was charged by Officers for theft but refused to sign release documents which would have resulted in his freedom to leave the scene with a future court date.  For reasons unknown, the man wanted to go to jail.  He was held in custody pending an appearance in bail court.

Robbery / Threats

On September 28th at 1:56 pm, Brockville Police received a harassment complaint from a local 29 year old man.  The victim indicated he was receiving threats by way of messages on his phone from the accused.

While Officers were interviewing the victim, they learned he was actually robbed by the accused on September 26th on a north end street.  At that time, the accused approached the victim and was demanding ten dollars owed to him.  The victim was punched in the face and his ballcap as well as his backpack were taken from him, containing his wallet and a ring.. He also threatened to stab the victim the next time he saw him.

On the 28th at 10:58 pm, Officers saw the local 19 year old accused in the King Street West area.  He was arrested and charged with robbery, uttering threats and breaching his probation.  At the time of his arrest, the accused had a curfew as part of his probation order that he was subsequently violating.

He was held in custody to attend bail court.

Theft from Vehicle

On September 28th at 2:39 pm, Brockville Police received a complaint involving theft from an unlocked vehicle overnight.

The culprit(s) rummaged through areas of the car and stole a set of keys to another vehicle.  The offence took place in the owner’s driveway in the center/west area of the city.

Mental Health

On September 28th at 3:00 pm, Brockville Police received a request to check on the wellbeing of a local 33 year old woman.  Officers determined she was in need of medical attention in regards to possible mental health issues.  She was apprehended and escorted to hospital for appropriate care.

Mental Health

On September 28th at 3:25 pm, Brockville Police attended the Leeds Grenville Mental Health building on Front Avenue to assist with a client.

A local 63 year old man was suffering from mental health issues and staff were concerned about his possible reaction when trying to get him help. Officers apprehended the man and escorted him to hospital for the needed treatment.

Theft from Vehicle

On September 28th at 4:28 pm, Brockville Police received a complaint of theft of change from a parked vehicle. Overnight, suspect(s) entered the car in the south/west end of the city while parked in the driveway of the residence.

Mental Health

On September 28th at 5:20 pm, Brockville Police received information of a local 20 year old woman threatening self harm.

It was hard to locate her because she was driving a vehicle at the time and Police were getting bits of information from a female passenger. The other female was advised to get out of the car at one point and the woman continued on with her male passenger. Information was she had ingested pills of some sort. Officers eventually located the vehicle as it exited the 401 onto Stewart Blvd. Once pulled over, the young woman was apprehended and taken to hospital for the proper intervention. The female passenger was located and driven back to town by local OPP Officers.

Stunt Driving

On September 27th at 10:20 am, Brockville Police stopped a vehicle in the center/west area of the city.

While performing radar, the speed of the vehicle was captured at 120 km/hr in a 50 km/hr zone. The 16 year old driver, a local young man, was stopped and charged with stunt driving. His licence was suspended automatically and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days. A parent was contacted to attend and pick up their son.

Mental Health Help

On September 27th at 10:23 am, Brockville Police attended a north end intersection to assist an injured man.

The Quebec resident, 59 years of age, has been staying in a local motel. Witnesses noticed him with an apparent knee injury and Police were contacted along with an ambulance. The injury was not related to any contact with a vehicle. When spoken to, he refused medical treatment but Officers felt he was not in a position to look after himself. It is unknown how he hurt himself. He was apprehended under the Mental Health Act and taken to hospital for treatment to his knee as well as having mental health concerns addressed.

Drunk and Passed Out

On September 27th at 5:40 pm, Brockville Police attended a south end apartment building after reports of a male passed out in the hallway.

Officers spoke to a local 46 year old man known to them from similar incidents. He was noted to be holding a LCBO paper bag but the bottle wasn’t in sight. He was arrested and charged with public intoxication.

When sober, a fine was issued and he was sent on his way.

Close Call

On September 28th at 1:12 am, Brockville Police received a complaint concerning a group of people leaving a north end restaurant while possibly under the influence of alcohol.

Officers located and stopped the vehicle a short distance away and spoke to the 33 year old man behind the wheel. A demand was made for a sample of his breath into a roadside screening device. He complied and the sample registered an “ALERT”. This means his blood alcohol level was between .05% and .01%. Subsequently, his licence was suspended for 72 hours.

Mischief

On September 28th at 4:23 am, Brockville Police attended a bar on King Street East for a mischief complaint.

Someone had thrown a patio stone through the front window of the establishment. A resident in a nearby apartment, heard the glass break and contacted Police. A search of the area for a suspect was unsuccessful.

Stolen Vehicle

On September 26th at 7:11 am, Brockville Police took a complaint of a stolen half ton truck from a residence in the south end of the city.

The 2009, grey, Dodge, went missing sometime overnight. Keys were not in the vehicle. A witness reported seeing the truck while walking the unopened extension of Central Avenue to the west. Officers walked into the trucks location which had been left several kilometers into the wooded area. The vehicle had been torched and was destroyed.

The investigation continues into suspects.

Fraud

On September 22nd, the Brockville Police reported an attempt fraud involving two non-white males at two different north end retailers. They were observed in a silver Volvo leaving the area after the American Express card they were using had been flagged.

On September 26th, we learned they were actually successful that day at another north end box store. Using a similar card, they obtained two iPads along with 5 gift cards totaling $1250.00.

Police are still investigating these incidents to obtain their identities.

Voice Mail Full

On September 26th at 4:31 pm, Brockville Police received a complaint from one of our local politicians involving nuisance phone calls.

A local 64 year old man well known to area Police, began leaving messages at the office of the victim filling his voice mail space. When located, the man will be warned for his behaviour and issued a trespass letter in regards to the office location.

Missing Child

On September 26th at 6:55 pm, Brockville Police attended a north end residence after a 10 year old girl left home following a dispute with her mother.

Officers began checking with friends of the young female and about a half hour later, located her in a north end apartment building. She indicated being unhappy with discipline that was dished out and left her residence on her bike. Physically she was fine and advice was given.

Domestic Dispute

On September 26th at 9:07 pm, Brockville Police attended a domestic dispute at an apartment complex on King Street East.

The couple, a 23 year old male and his 21 year old girlfriend, engaged in a verbal dispute that took a turn for the worst. The young woman decided to place his clothing in the cat litter box, he in turn, poured hot candle wax onto her clothes. She then snaps his prescription eye glasses in half and he snaps her Sony headphones in half. They moved on from destruction of property and she punches him in the face which leads to him spitting on her. The woman then throws a glass of water at the male but misses, the glass breaking on the floor. Both parties are in bare feet at the time and each suffer superficial cuts to the bottom of same as a result.

Officers arrested both parties for assault and mischief. They were released on conditions and issued a future court date.

Break/Enter/Theft

On September 23rd at 8:55 am, Brockville Police attended the St. John Bosco Rectory in the north end of the city. Overnight, an unknown suspect(s) entered the rear door and removed a Samsung cell phone.

The investigation into responsible parties is ongoing.

Theft From Vehicle

On September 23rd at 9:21 am, Brockville Police received a complaint concerning a theft from a vehicle in the north end of the city. The victim had her purse and wallet stolen.

Assault

On September 23rd at 10:29 pm, Brockville Police attended a bar on King Street West in regards to an assault.

A local 43 year old man was assaulted by several other males. He suffered a laceration to his head and facial injuries requiring medical treatment. The injuries are not life threatening. The investigation into suspects continues since witnesses nor the victim were cooperative with Officers at the time of the incident.

Female Wanted on Warrant

On September 24th at 3:59 pm, Brockville Police received information from the Kingston Police concerning a woman in their custody.

The local 27 year old was wanted by our Service after failing to appear for her fingerprints. She was arrested and charged with failing to appear and released with a new court date.

Female Overdose

On September 25th at 1:12 am, Brockville Police attended a south end residence after a local woman overdosed. The local 28 year old started having issues after injecting cocaine. Another female and a male were present in the residence at the time. She was taken to hospital by ambulance for appropriate treatment.

Bail Violation

On September 25th at 3:25 am, Brockville Police observed a local 40 year old man walking on Front Avenue West. Officers on general patrol recognized the male and were also aware he was on a recognizance for outstanding charges that included numerous conditions. One of those conditions involved a curfew. The man was arrested and charged with breaching his recognizance as well as an outstanding probation order. He was released with a future court date.

Knife Assault

On September 25th at 9:13 pm, Brockville Police received a 911 call in which a man was reporting he was almost stabbed in the face. Other men could be heard in the background.

Officers attended the King Street East residence and looked in the front window observing a male known to them, holding a knife to the face of the victim. As Police entered the home, the accused threw the knife aside. The local 26 year old was arrested immediately for assault with a weapon. Investigation revealed the accused and another male broke into the residence and smashed a quantity of the victim’s property. The victim returned home to find the two males in the apartment. He knew them and was afraid, he tried to be nice so they would just leave. The accused would often punch the victim in the face while they remained in the home. The victim, 45 years of age, was noted to have a swollen face and small lacerations. He refused medical attention. The third male, a local 36 year old, was arrested and charged with break and enter and mischief. He was released on conditions with a future court date. The 26 year old was charged with break and enter, assault with a weapon, assault, mischief and breach of probation. He was held for a bail hearing.

Empty Envelope Trick

On September 22nd at 12:39 pm, Brockville Police attended a north end bank for a fraud complaint.

A local 59 year old man deposited empty envelopes into his account and then began making withdrawals on the false balance. He was able to obtain almost $2000.00.

Early in the morning, we attended a north end intersection in relation to a male wandering in traffic. Turns out, it was the same subject. The accused party was arrested and charged with defrauding the bank. He was released afterwards with a future court date.

Fraudulent Credit Cards

On September 22nd at 6:30 pm, Brockville Police attended two different businesses on Parkedale Avenue in relation to attempt frauds.

Two male suspects, one black and one East Indian, attempted to purchase electronics in the amount of $3500.00 from one location and gift cards at the other. The Amex cards they were carrying had been flagged. Both parties, after being denied, fled the area in a dark grey Volvo with Quebec plates. No plate number was obtained and their identities are unknown at this time.

Don’t Mix Firearms and Alcohol

On September 22nd at 9:46 pm, Brockville Police Officers observed a man, known to them, drinking at a downtown pub. The local 35 year old was recently charged with firearm offences and was released on conditions at court, one of which was not to consume alcohol. He was arrested for breaching his release conditions and taken into custody. An appearance in bail court will take place.

Friends Caught Together

On September 22nd at 10:53 pm, Brockville Police Officers observed two young men outside a downtown bar. The parties fled on foot after noticing Police. Other Officers pitched in and the two men were located and arrested after a search of back alleyways. Both local 19 year olds were on probation orders and each had a condition not to be with one another. The one accused was released on paperwork with a future court date. The second man was held in custody for a bail hearing. Mitigating factors decided the hold on the second man. He had a long history of breaching similar orders and only days earlier had been released from custody for other incidents.

Domestic Dispute

On September 22nd at 8:58 pm, Brockville Police attended an apartment complex in the center of the city. The residents, a 41 year old female and a 40 year old male, became involved in a domestic dispute surrounding taking of each other’s property.

The man was taken to a friend’s house for the evening so things could cool down. At 11:58 pm, the man returned to the apartment, disregarding the advice of Officers. This time, he was arrested to prevent a further breach of the peace. He was released this morning without any charges.

Purse Removed From Residence

On September 23rd at 2:34 am, Brockville Police attended a north end home to investigate a break and enter. The residents heard a door close to their residence and attended downstairs. They began looking around and discovered a purse had been removed from the home. This incident looks like it is connected to other recent thefts from homes while people are sleeping.

Warrant

On September 22nd, in the morning hours, a 31 year old man from the Toronto area turned himself in on an outstanding warrant for his arrest.

In late August, the male was involved in an accident in Kitley Township, he then drove into Brockville and exited his vehicle while attempting to pull over and left the car in gear. As a result, he ran over his own foot and was taken to local hospital. Officers made a demand for a blood sample at that time and the reading was sent back to Police which was over three times the legal limit. Due to the delay for the testing procedure, the warrant was issued weeks after the actual events. The warrant was executed and the accused was released on conditions and given a future court date.

Shoplifter

On September 21st at 2:30 pm, Brockville Police attended a north end box store in regards to a male shoplifter.

The 40 year old suspect, from the Hawkesbury area, removed a large quantity of razor blades and hid them on his person. While Officers were obtaining details from store security, the accused ran out another exit and a foot pursuit began. After running through the lots of several businesses, the man was caught in the front lawn of a facility on California Avenue.

Investigation revealed the same party had been charged by the Russell area OPP for similar offences and there was a dated warrant for theft as well out of Quebec. The accused was released later in the day after being charged with theft. He was given a future court date and had to deposit $400.00 before leaving Brockville.

Shoplifter

On September 21st at 3:30 pm, Brockville Police attended a second box store on Parkedale Avenue in regards to a female shoplifter.

The local 49 year old was approached by store security after leaving with numerous items and making no attempt to pay for them. She was released soon after from the scene and given a future court date.

Shirt Required

On September 21st at 9:02 pm, Brockville Police attended a downtown bank after a report of a man behaving strangely.

Police spoke with a local 48 year old who was wearing flipflops but nothing else. He was resting on a bench outside the bank and appeared in great spirits. Officers learned he was a resident of a south end mental health group home. The subject was in no danger so he was returned to the home and given advice about covering up bathing suit areas when venturing out in public.