June 5 – 7, 2020 News Release

Theft:

On June 7th, 2020 at 2:30 pm the Brockville Police responded to Shoppers Drug Mart at the 1000 Islands Mall.  Staff called to report a theft in progress.  Police arrived and arrested two Mississauga men.  Incident to the arrest a search of their vehicle led police to lay further charges.  A 45 year old man faces one count of possession of stolen property over $5000, while a 48 year old male was charged with one count of theft under $5000, one count of possession of stolen property over $5000, and one count of breaching a release order.  They were held for a bail hearing.

Disturb the Peace

On June 6th 2020 at 6:30 am the Brockville Police received a call of a disturbance on Pearl Street.  Upon arrival, officers learned a family dispute had occurred.  As a result an 18 year old male was charged with mischief under $5000, assault with a weapon and weapons dangerous.  He was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Disturb the Peace

On June 5th 2020 the Brockville Police received a call of a disturbance near Kensington Parkway.  Police spoke to numerous witnesses and learned a 20 year old male was breaching his release conditions.  The Brockville resident was arrested and charged with one count of breach of undertaking and held for a bail hearing.

Suspicious Person/Weapons

On the evening of June 5th 2020 the Brockville Police received calls of a man dressed in black, saying he had a gun in the downtown area.  Witnesses were able to point out the suspect to officers.  Through investigation it was determined he did not have a gun, but he was armed with a knife.  A 24 year old Brockville resident was charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and four counts of breaching his probation.