Category: Press Release

Shoplifting

On Friday, July 31, 2015, a 48 year old Brockville man was arrested at Wal-Mart department store for shoplifting. On police arrival the male was searched as part of the arrest for some of the items when the male produced three small bags of suspected cocaine from his pockets. In addition to the theft charge, the male also faces charges of possession of a controlled substance under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

Break and Enter

Later on Friday evening a 19 year old Brockville woman was arrested while attempting to break into her ex-boyfriend’s residence with whom she is on conditions not to communicate with. The young lady was arrested and charged with mischief under $5,000 and breaching her undertaking for previous charges.

Weapons Offence

In the early morning hours of Sunday, August 2, 2015, the Brockville Police while conducting a RIDE program noticed the passenger in one vehicle attempting to conceal a knife. Officers removed the man from the vehicle and seized the knife. The male was identified as a 29 year old London resident and was arrested for carrying a concealed weapon. It was also learned that he was before the courts on previous charges and was further charged for beaching his undertaking.

Fire

At approximately 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 2, 2015, the Brockville Police received a call of a small fire outside of apartment 406 at 44 Central Avenue in Brockville. The fire was extinguished prior to police arrival at the building. The incident is yet another in a series of mischief incidents at the building, and the Brockville Police ask the public to contact us at 613-342-0127 or at info@jgr8poxkdf.wpdns.site should they have any information regarding these incidents.

Domestic Dispute

Shortly after midnight on Monday, August 3, 2015, the Brockville Police responded to a domestic disturbance in the city’s north end. It was learned that during the argument the 25 year old male became angry with his spouse and threw her laptop computer into the bathtub. As a result the young man was arrested for mischief under $5,000 and given a later court date.

Operation Door Knock

Members of the Brockville Police Service continued with their Operation Door Knock initiative checking on persons who have been released from custody on bail conditions, and that are serving sentences in the community, or are on probation and parole. The purpose is to ensure the individuals are in compliance with the court ordered conditions. On Tuesday evening several residences in the community were checked and all offenders were found to be in compliance with their conditions. This initiative will continue at variable unannounced times throughout the remainder of the year.

Fire

On Tuesday July 28th at 1030pm Brockville Police responded to a small fire at the rear of Thousand Islands Secondary School (TISS). When police arrived, the fire was already out and caused some minor damage to athletic equipment in the yard. The fire appears to be the work of some vandals. Anyone with information is asked to contact the police at 613-342-0127.

Fraud

The Brockville Police has received several complaints over the last week of residents being contacted and asked for large donations to a charitable organization. Residents were concerned about the legitimacy of the organization and the request. Before making any large financial contributions to unfamiliar charities the Brockville Police Service advises the following:

–  Check the Canada Customs and Revenue Website at (http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/chrts-gvng/menu-eng.html) to see if in fact they are a registered charity. Their financial information should also be available here

– Perform an internet search on the organization to see if the history with the charity

– Seek references from the organization requesting the donation for some of the work they have done

– Ask for written information about the charity, including name, address and telephone number. A legitimate charity or fund-raiser will give you information about the charity’s mission, how your donation will be used and proof that your contribution is tax deductible

–  Check the charity with the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/

Mischief

The Brockville Police Service is investigating the damage to 3 vehicles parked in the parking garage at 44 Central Ave (Corner of Ormond and Central) over the weekend. The vandalism appears to be random and not targeted. Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Nicole Henri at 613-342-0127 ext. 6052

Assistance

Last evening the Brockville Police Service were contacted by staff at the KFC with regards to an elderly female in the store who appeared lost and confused. Police arrived and learned the female was from the Toronto area and spoke very little English and her first language was Polish. As a result, the BPS asked Victim Services for assistance and a staff member from the Brockville General Hospital who spoke Polish attended and assisted as an interpreter. The lady was conveyed to Brockville General Hospital to check on her well being and her family was contacted.

Well Being

With the warm weather advisories in effect for the next couple of days the Brockville Police would like to remind residences to take precautions and check on those less fortunate and vulnerable to the heat. Check in on family members without air conditioning especially the young, elderly and those with existing health conditions. Also, watch out for those workers who are required to work outdoors for long periods of time.

Breach of Conditions

On July 19^th at approximately 4:00 am, Brockville Police dealt with a local, 56 year old male on King Street.

The party was noted to have been consuming alcohol which was in violation of outstanding release conditions. He was arrested and charged with breaching his undertaking. When sober, he was released with a future court date.

Domestic Dispute

On July 19^th at approximately 11:00 am, Brockville Police attended a north end residence for a domestic dispute.

A local, 17 year old male, informed Police that he and his girlfriend had been arguing after she attended his residence upset. The local, 16 year old female, had damaged the male’s vehicle while it was parked in the driveway. Police located the young female who was issued a future court date for the mischief.

Scuba Accident

On July 19^th at approximately 2:00 pm, Brockville Police Marine Unit responded to a male in distress while scuba diving in the river.

Local Police later learned the 55 year old male had died. The Brockville OPP took over the investigation as the incident took place in their jurisdiction.

Breach of Conditions

On July 17 at approximately 12:30 pm, Brockville Police responded to an apartment complex in the north end of the city for a complaint of breaching release conditions.

The complainant, a local, 28 year old, female, indicated to Police that her ex partner had been communicating with her in contravention of his conditions from outstanding charges.

The local, 29 year old male, is now being sought by Police and faces two charges of breaching his undertaking.

Domestic Dispute

On July 17^th at approximately 4:30 pm, Brockville Police responded to a domestic dispute on the sidewalk in the King St. West area.

Police spoke with a 19 year old female, who was now in her apartment on King St. She indicated her boyfriend had damaged her apartment door and threatened her. He had already left the area prior to Police arrival.

Several minutes later, the local, 41 year old was located on King St.   He resisted arrest and force was required to take him into custody. The male was held for a bail hearing today and faces charges of resist arrest, mischief and uttering threats.

RIDE Program

On July 17^th at approximately 11:00 pm, Brockville Police conducted a RIDE program for several hours on various city roadways.

Approximately 200 vehicle stops were conducted with two persons providing breath samples into a roadside screening device to ensure they could continue driving.

No drinking and driving charges were laid. Two motorists received fines for traffic offences and one local, 22 year old male, was warned for possessing a small amount of marijuana.

On July 16th at approximately 10:30 pm, Brockville Police took a complaint from a local 49 year old female, in regards to domestic abuse.

Police are currently seeking her former, common law spouse. The local, 71 year old male faces multiple charges including assaults and criminal harassment . When located, he will appear in bail court.

On July 15th at approximately 6:30 pm, Brockville Police responded to a domestic dispute at a north end residence.

There was no criminal aspect to the disagreement but the female resident left the home to stay at another location.

On July 15^th at approximately 12:20 pm, Brockville Police responded to a north end department store in regards to shoplifters.

Two local males, 30 and 65 years of age as well as a local 55 year old female, now face a future court date. They were arrested and charged with theft and released from custody.

On July 14th at approximately 9:00 pm, Brockville Police took a theft complaint from a local church.

Alcohol, electronics and cash were removed from the location.  It appears the culprit(s) knew the exact location of items and possibly had some prior knowledge.  The incident is under investigation.

On July 14th at approximately 8:35 pm, Brockville Police attempted to stop a vehicle in the center area of the city for a traffic infraction.

The male driver however, fled onto the 401 eastbound, failing to stop for the Officer.
Police terminated the pursuit of the vehicle for public safety reasons and the origin of the original offence.

A plate number was obtained which was registered to female resident of Brockville.
The same female, later reported the vehicle stolen.

If anyone has any information in relation to this incident, please contact the Brockville Police.