Category: Press Release

Traffic Complaint

On April 1st at 4:57 pm., Brockville Police were travelling eastbound on Parkedale Avenue when another eastbound vehicle cut them off almost causing an accident.

Officers spoke with the local, 70 year old, female driver, and felt she was in need of attention in regards to her mental health. She was taken to hospital where after an evaluation by medical staff, she was admitted for appropriate care.

Police did not lay charges in the incident.

Shoplifting

On April 1st at 8:38 pm., Brockville Police attended a box store on Parkedale Avenue for a theft complaint.

A local, 29 year old female, had been caught stealing several hundred dollars worth of items. The woman was also serving a sentence in the community for prior theft convictions from late last year. She was arrested and charged with theft and breaching her conditional sentence.

She was held in custody and will appear in bail court.

Unlawfully at Large

On April 1st at 9:31 pm., Brockville Police attended the Brockville Jail in regards to a young man who failed to show for his weekend sentence.

The 21 year old, from the Joyceville area, was to report every Friday night to serve weekends until his sentence was completed. There is now a warrant for his arrest for being unlawfully at large.

Public Intoxication

On April 1st at 7:36 pm., Brockville Police received a complaint of a young man, intoxicated, being refused service at a downtown retail store. He fled the area before Officers arrived.

Police received another call about the male at 8:45 pm., and he was finally located in the Tim Horton’s on William Street at 9:32 pm. The man was taken to hospital for treatment of minor injuries and observation.

On April 2nd at 9:54 am., hospital staff contacted Police as he was now being discharged. Officers arrested the local, 25 year old, on an outstanding warrant. He was released soon after on conditions and given a future court date.

Assault

On April 1st at 10:13 pm., Brockville Police attended a downtown bar for an assault complaint.

Two local females were assaulted by two men after a verbal dispute turned physical. The two victims received minor injuries and did not require medical treatment. The two men had insulted staff within the business and the female victims had intervened on their behalf.

The two males, aged 57 and 53 years of age reside in the Prescott area. Both were arrested and charged with assault. They are now both on conditions of release with a future court date.

Assisting EMS

On April 2nd at 1:56 pm., Brockville Police responded to St. Vincent hospital on Garden Street to assist ambulance staff.

A local, 54 year old male, was exhibiting violent behaviour and staff wanted Police help in transporting the patient to the Brockville General Hospital. Officers completed the escort as requested.

Public Intoxication

On April 2nd at 10:30 pm., Brockville Police received a complaint of a young man running down the street in the area of Perth and George Street.

Police located the local, 21 year old, who had obviously consumed lots of alcohol. For his own safety, he was arrested for public intoxication. He was released with a fine when sober.

Update –  Jodi-Leigh Lloyd has been located at her residence.  She is of good health.

The Brockville Police are asking the public’s assistance in locating Jodi-Leigh Lloyd who was last seen by friends on Monday. She is described as 5’7″-5’8″ tall, approximately 145lbs, medium build, with bleach blonde hair. At this time we have no description of clothing she may have been wearing when she left.

Police are concerned for the well-being of Jodi-Leigh. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Brockville Police at 613-342-0127.   Thank you for your assistance.

Domestic Dispute

On March 31st at 5:00 pm., Brockville Police attended a domestic dispute at a south end apartment building.

A local, 17 year old male, was upset after a break up with his girlfriend.  Police noted the young man had been drinking and were concerned for his safety.  He was arrested to prevent a further breach of the peace and released unconditionally at a later time.

Suspicious Vehicle

On March 31st at 9:45 pm., Brockville Police received a complaint of a suspicious vehicle in the area of Central Avenue and Park Street.

The male driver of a white van was speaking to a child in that area. The child returned home.

Police are interviewing witnesses.  At this time, information is limited, additional details will be released if obtained.  Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Brockville Police Service at 613-342-0127.

Home Invasion Arrest

On March 30th in the morning hours, Brockville Police arrested a man in relation to the home invasion on March 21st.

The 22 year old, Smiths Falls resident, has been charged with assault with a weapon, forcible entry, assault causing bodily harm, criminal harassment, uttering threats, possession of a weapon and failing to comply with a recognizance. He was held in custody and will appear in bail court.

Public Intoxication

On March 31st at 12:32 am, Brockville Police responded to a south end intersection after a report of a man falling down.

The local, 46 year old, fell as a result of being intoxicated. He was taken to hospital for treatment of minor injuries then spent the remainder of the evening in a cell at the Police station. He was released with a fine when sober.

Shoplifting

On March 30th at 11:28 am, Brockville Police responded to a north end box store for an attempt theft complaint.

An unknown male was confronted trying to leave the store with several thousand dollars worth of video games. He left the merchandise behind and fled the area. The investigation is ongoing into establishing his identity.

Theft

On March 24th at 9:14 am, Brockville Police attended a north end box store for a theft complaint.

A 45 year old female from the Ottawa area, had stolen over a thousand dollars in merchandise. She had fled the store prior to Police arrival. The accused was already on probation for similar offences and is currently charged with theft as well. Her release conditions included not to attend the same store she had stolen from.

Police are now looking to arrest the woman for charges of theft, breach of probation and breach of her outstanding release conditions.

Community Service

On March 24th at 2:10 pm., Brockville Police attended a south end apartment building to check on the health of a local, 33 year old female.

The Brockville Police enjoy a community partnership with Lanark Leeds and Grenville Addictions and Mental Health (LLGAMH). Our Community Services Officer along with members of the organization attend homes to check on clients of the agency.

On this date, the female was having difficulties and was taken to hospital for appropriate care.

Assist Ambulance

On March 24th at 8:10 pm., Brockville Police attended a downtown apartment building to assist ambulance staff with identifying a male party.

It appeared the male had fallen down a flight of stairs and was now unresponsive. Police identified the man as a local, 58 year old. The male was taken to local hospital and eventually to Kingston General. At the time of this release, Police are unaware of his current condition.

Unwanted Person

On March 26th at 12:12 am, Brockville Police responded to an unwanted person complaint at a south end residence.

A 39 year old male, from the Smiths Falls area, attended his ex-brother in law’s residence and entered through a side door to use the bathroom. He was escorted from the residence before Police arrived and was headed back to his residence.

Police asked another agency to check on his mental health and learned the male had been involved in a single motor vehicle accident north of Brockville. He was being treated for minor injuries and there was no criminal charges stemming from our incident.

Neighbour Dispute

On March 26th at 8:27 am., Brockville Police attended a south end apartment complex for a neighbour dispute.

Residents of two apartments began banging on walls connecting the units and yelling back and forth. The neighbours have ongoing issues regarding noise levels. One of the residents, a 26 year old male, attended to the other apartment and kicked in the front door then left the area. Officers charged the man with mischief for damage to the door. He was released at the scene and issued a future court date.

Community Service

On March 26th at 5:56 pm., Brockville Police began searching for a local, 27 year old man after he informed family members of his intention to harm himself.

After searching several locations, Officers located the young man. He was apprehended and taken to hospital for appropriate care.

Impaired Driving

On March 26th at 10:18 pm., Brockville Police received a complaint of a male party acting strangely in a gas station parking lot in the north end of the city.

Witnesses reported he was video recording others and noticed his speech was slurred when he was asked about his actions. The man left the area but was stopped by Officers nearby in his vehicle.

The local, 26 year old, failed a roadside alcotest after providing a breath sample. He was arrested and charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle and operating a motor vehicle while over the legal limit. The man was checked out by medical staff at hospital prior to his release after complaining of anxiety issues. His vehicle was impounded and he now has a future court date.

Community Service

On March 26th at 11:07 pm., Brockville Police received a request from an outside agency to check on the health of a local female.

The 33 year old, had reported to a family member that she had taken pills and was looking to harm herself. Police attended her residence in the south end of the city and spoke to her. It was determined that she was in need of medical attention and Officers apprehended her and she was taken to hospital for appropriate care.

Sexual Assault

On March 27th at 12:09 pm., Brockville Police attended the Tim Hortons on William Street in regards to a sexual assault.

Police received two complaints of a male pinching their buttocks while standing in line within the restaurant. Both victims are female.

Officers arrested a local 66 year old male on March 29^th.   He has been charged with two counts of sexual assault.

The investigation is ongoing, however, if you witnessed anything connected to this case or believe you were subjected to a similar offence, please contact Cst. Laurie Bennett at 613-342-0127 Extension 4221.

Bail Violation

On March 28th at 10:29 am, Brockville Police received a complaint regarding a bail violation.

A local, 18 year old man, was released on conditions for outstanding charges. One of the conditions involved residing with another family member and abiding by a curfew. The family member reported the accused did not come home at all on Sunday night.

Police are now seeking the individual for breaching his recognizance, probation order and community supervision order. He will face a bail hearing when located.

House Fire

On March 22nd at 4:42 pm., Brockville Police responded to a residential fire on Pearl Street East.

Officers on general patrol were flagged down by residents who indicated a grease fire had started in the kitchen of the home.  Officers put out the fire and one of them suffered a flash burn in the process.  Paramedics treated the Officer at the scene for minor injuries.  No one else was injured in the fire and the damage was limited to the kitchen area.

Mischief

On March 21st at 8:30 am., Brockville Police attended a north end residence for a mischief complaint.

Overnight, unknown culprit(s) smashed the window out of the vicitm’s vehicle while parked in the driveway.  Police took a similar complaint at 11:12 am., at another north end residence.  These incidents took place in the Beley Street and Colonel Douglas areas.

If you have any information or saw something that might help, please contact us.  The investigation is ongoing.

On Monday March 21, 2016 between 7 and 8 pm, a group of males forced their way into an apartment 12 Cartier Court and assaulted the two male occupants inside. The victims were able to escape the apartment, and were helped by an unidentified male and brought to a neighbours residence who called police. The victims were taken to BGH for treatment for minor injuries and released several hours later.

Police are asking that anyone with information about this incident please contact the Brockville Police at 613-342-0127.

Harassment Complaint

On March 20th at 7:07 pm., Brockville Police began investigating a harassment complaint. A local, 20 year old female, was being bothered at her workplace by her boyfriend. The young man had called her employer over and over during the day. He then threatened the victim’s supervisor.

Police arrested and charged the local 20 year old accused. He faces charges of harassment and uttering threats. He was held in custody and will appear in bail court.

Quick Change Fraud Update

Our quick change artist has now been charged with 5 counts of fraud and possession of property obtained by crime.

He is a 28 year old originally from the East coast. He had been working out west for a number of years and was returning home when he was caught for his crimes.

He has been held in custody and will appear in bail court.

Quick Change Fraud

On or about March 15th, multiple quick change frauds took place in Brockville. Several restaurant locations have noticed and reported loss. Amounts reported to have been lost by individual locations are in the range of $75-$98 so far.  

The suspect is described to be a white male in his late 20’s to early 30’s, short red/brown hair, approx. 5’9” and medium build. He was wearing black pants, red sweater and a charcoal grey coat in some of the incidents with a black back pack.

Fire

In the afternoon on March 19th at 3:30pm, the Brockville Police were notified of a residential structure fire on Broadway Ave.  

At the time the fire was initiated the residence had multiple occupants inside. The Brockville Fire Department attended promptly and ensured everyone was out of the residence and safe.

The fire does not appear to have been suspicious in nature.