Counterfeit Warning:
A warning to area merchants that counterfeit $50 bills have been recently passed in the neighbouring area. We have not had any reports in Brockville as of yet. Please see the photograph for reference.
Shoplift:
On the 23rd of February 2020 at 12:30 p.m. police responded to a complaint of shoplifting at the Metro on King Street West. The loss prevention officer had a 21 year old female and a 34 year old male in custody for shoplifting. The 21 year old female had a warrant for her arrest for failing to attend court. She was held in custody pending a bail hearing. The male was charged and released at the scene.
On the 23rd of February 2020 at 9:00 p.m. a 36 year old female was arrested for shoplifting at the Real Canadian Superstore on Parkedale Ave. The loss prevention officer observed the female selecting various items; then leave the store without any attempt to pay. She was arrested and turned over to police. She was charged and released at the scene.