Category: Press Release

Missing Man

On Friday the 18^th during day patrol officers were asked to search for a 37 year old male that was missing from the Ottawa Valley area by a neighboring police agency. The tip included an address. The man was found in the south end residence in Brockville safe and sound. He was also found to have an outstanding arrest warrant dated back in August of 2018. He was arrested and released with a future court date.

Unwanted Duo

On the evening of the 18^th the night patrol responded to a disturbance in the downtown core to an apartment above businesses that a young male and female were causing problems for the resident’s and needed to be removed. On police arrival the two were found in the common area of the building. These two individuals are dealt with frequently by this service. The male was on a term of probation not to be in the company of the female. The 20 year old male was arrested for the breach and the 23 year old female was sent on her way.

The following day on the 19^th police responded back to the same area for a screaming female causing a scene. It was the same female from the previous night. She became so irrational that she had to be taken to the hospital for treatment. She was left in the care of the emergency room staff. No charges are pending.

Impaired Driving

On the evening of the 19^th police responded to the witness complaint of what was described as poor driving by a motorist. The driver was spoken to at a south end service station and signs of impairment by alcohol were detected. Subsequently he was arrested and taken to police headquarters where breath samples were obtained. He was charged with impaired operation and having over the legal limit of alcohol in his blood. The 24 year old male was released with a future court date.

Drugs

On the 17^th of January 2019 at 3:45 pm a male known to police was observed operating a black Ford Edge on Kensington Parkway. Officers were aware that the male was currently a disqualified driver and that he had a warrant for his arrest from the OPP area. Officers stopped the vehicle and arrested the male for the warrant as well as driving disqualified. He was then searched and officers located a large quantity of methamphetamine, cocaine, a loaded syringe, prescription medication, and $3800.00 in cash. The drugs seized have an estimated value of $4000.00. Police also located a “stun gun brass knuckle” and two prohibited knives. The male is currently on a prohibition not to possess any weapons.

Andrew Beauregard, 42 years of age, is now charged with 3 counts of possession of a controlled substance (drugs) for the purpose of trafficking, 3 counts of possession of a weapon contrary to a prohibition order, 3 counts of possession of a prohibited weapon in a motor vehicle and 3 counts of driving while disqualified.

Fire

On January 16, 2019 at 11:25 pm, the Brockville Police Service along with the Brockville Fire Department attended to a working structure fire at 304 King Street West. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined. There is an ongoing investigation being conducted by the Brockville Police and the Ontario Fire Marshall’s Office. There were not any injuries as a result of the fire.

On the 12^th of January, 2019 police received a call to a south end establishment regarding a 19 year old intoxicated male. Upon arrival police discovered him to be causing a scene out front. He was arrested for cause disturbance by being drunk, held till sober and released with a court date.

On the 12 of January, 2019 at approximately 8pm police received a call regarding a suspicious male kicking at snow in the centre of town. When the complainant returned to his vehicle he noticed the damage. The 35 year old was identified where he was arrested with mischief, cause disturbance and breach of probation. He was released with a future court date.

On the 14^th of January, 2019 police arrested several individuals for outstanding warrants.

A 25 year old male for failing to appear in court. He was released with a future court date.

A 37 year old female for being in breach of her recognizance by being at an address she wasn’t supposed to be at. She was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

A 31 year old male for outstanding breach charges, he was released with a future court date.

Theft

On January 9^th, 2019 a Good Samaritan of observed someone remove a package from a residence on Ormond St.  The witness believing that this male was stealing the package confronted him and took a photo. The male left the package and fled the area. Police were able to identify the suspect from the photo and have charged the 22 year old with theft.

Winter Control

“Like many other communities, the City of Brockville has parking restrictions in place during the winter season. These restrictions are necessary in order to ensure snow clearing activities can be completed in a safe and effective manner. In recent years, the City has modified the winter parking restrictions in order to provide more flexibility to motorists whenever weather conditions permit. In effect from November (or the first significant snowfall) through March, parking is prohibited on City streets between the hours of 2:00 am and 7:00 am) When necessary, the Public Works division will provide notice that the parking prohibition time will be extended until 11:00 pm on the evenings that snow clearing operations will taking place. The City will inform the public by 6:00 pm each evening that the operation is to take place. During winter months; check NEWS for current status and updates. Alternatively, follow us on Twitter or the scrolling news bar on our homepage, for current parking restrictions.”

Theft/assault

On the 8th of January 2019 the Brockville Police received a call to attend Wal-Mart in regards to a shoplifter. Staff indicated that a male wearing a red track suit and wearing a black bag had taken off with electronics, clothes and chips. Employees indicated that he was last seen heading towards the superstore.

A 17 year male was located and arrested a short distance away. He was brought to the station and relatives were contacted for his release.

The male was then released to his relative. As the youth exited the station he began to kick a cruiser and assault that relative. Police intervened and arrested the youth a second time. The youth then assaulted the officers. One officer was kneed in the groin, spat on and a second officer was bit.

The male was then held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Theft

The Brockville Police Service is seeking the assistance of the public with identifying a suspect of a theft which took place within the City on the 18^th of December 2018. A photo of the suspect has been attached for your viewing. As you can see the suspect is a male appearing in his late 20’s to early 30’s, described as taller, thin, with glasses and short dark hair. If you recognize this individual we would appreciate your assistance. Please contact the Brockville Police Service to provide any information at (613) 342-0127 or you can e-mail the investigating officer directly at slandry@jgr8poxkdf.wpdns.site

Warrants

On the 3^rd of January 2019 at 2:00 pm, police were called to an address on Garden Street for a guest that had over stayed his welcome. The 34 year old male was removed from the residence. It was discovered that the male had an arrest warrant out the Toronto area. He was arrested and turned over the Peel Regional Police.

Domestic

On January 2, 2019 at 10:20 am, police were called to a Perth Street residence in regards to a domestic incident. The 32 year old male had broken into his ex-common law’s residence and assaulted her after an argument. He was later located and arrested for break and enter, assault and failing to comply with conditions of a probation order. He was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Arrest

On January 2, 2019 at 11:00 am, while on routine patrol our K9 officer and his partner Diesel spotted a male that was wanted by our service for an outstanding warrant for failing to comply with conditions of his probation. The male fled to his residence. The officer along with Diesel exited their vehicle and ordered the male to surrender. Faced with the possibility of Diesel being deployed the male surrendered. He was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Warrants/trespass

On January 2, 2019 at 6:10 pm, police were called to the train station to remove three individuals that were using fraudulent tickets. The males were removed from the train. One male that was identified had an arrest warrant from British Columbia for fraud. He was arrested and held in custody. Officers from BC will be attending Brockville to return him to that province to face his charges.

Traffic Stop/Personation

On January 1, 2019 at 2:30 am a 37 year old male was stopped for a traffic violation on Stewart Boulevard. The male identified himself with a false name in order to avoid being charged for driving while being a suspended driver. Once his real identity was discovered the male was arrested for personation and charged for driving while under suspension. He was released from police custody with a future court date.

Impaired

On January 1, 2019 at 4:18 am, a 59 year old male was observed unconscious behind the wheel of his vehicle on Stewart Boulevard. The complainant contacted to police and continued to monitor the vehicle. The driver regained consciousness and began to operate his vehicle. Police arrived on scene and arrested the male for impaired driving. His vehicle was impounded for 7 days and he was released with a future court date.

Stolen Vehicle

A 2002 Dodge Ram was stolen from the rear of a business on King Street. The vehicle was left running while the owner was inside a local restaurant. When the owner exited the vehicle was observed driving away. The vehicle as later recovered abandoned and is currently being examined by forensics.

Breach of bail conditions

On December 31, 2018 at 11:13 pm, police were called to an apartment on Cartier Court for a female causing a disturbance. Police arrived on scene and observed the female on the balcony of the apartment. She was on bail conditions not to be at the residence. She was arrested and provided with a future court date.