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Male Arrested for Violating Bail Conditions for Previous Violence

On July 4, 2024, at about 2:00pm, police received a report regarding a 37-year-old, male failing to comply with his conditions of bail. The subject had been released by courts on June 28, 2024 with conditions to abstain from communicating with or attending within 100 meters of the victim’s residence. These conditions were a result of several violent offences including assault, assault cause bodily harm, uttering threats and forcible confinement. On the reported date, investigation revealed that the subject was within a few meters of the victim’s residence in the area of George St. The male was not located by officers when they arrived. They continued with attempts to locate him and an arrest warrant was issued.

On July 30, 2024, at about 10:00pm, the Brockville Police Service learned from the Gananoque Police Service, that they had the male subject in custody, for unrelated matters. The subject was turned over to the Brockville Police Service and held in custody for a bail hearing for the offence of fail to comply with release order.    

Theft of Gas

On July 31, 2024, at about 11:00am, police received information of the occupants of a red Dodge Caravan, pumping gas at the Circle K on King St. W., who failed to pay for the fuel.

Investigation revealed that a male passenger exited the vehicle and pumped $20.00 worth of fuel, while the owner of the red Dodge Caravan, remained in the vehicle. They left the area and did not make any attempts to pay. Shortly after, the van was located with the same passenger in the van. He was identified to be a 40-year-old, male. This event is of note, as the same incident had occurred on July 23, 2024, with the same vehicle and owner, but different passenger committing the act of theft. In that incident, the subject was a 22-year-old, male who pumped about $98.00 worth of fuel. Charges of theft under $5,000.00 were laid in both cases on the male subjects. They were released with conditions and a future court dates. 

Over the weekend including July 26, 2024 – July 28, 2024, the Brockville Police Service responded to 152 calls for service. In that time there were eight arrests made, three mental health apprehensions and three people held for bail. This resulted in 16 Criminal Code and 18 traffic related charges issued, with a focus on speeding. 

Impaired Operation on the Water

On July 26, 2024, at about 6:15pm, police received information of a 25-year-old, male who had been consuming alcohol and is operating a Sea-doo on the river. Police located the male once back on shore, and an alcohol breath screening demand was given. The male, however, refused to provide a sample. Since refusal of a breath demand carries the same penalties as impaired driving itself, the male subject was charged with failure or refusal to comply with demand and the Sea-doo was impounded. He was released with conditions and a future court date.

Impaired Driver Fails to Remain at the Scene

On July 26, 2024, at about 9:30pm, police received multiple calls regarding a vehicle that struck several other vehicles, in the area of George St. The suspect vehicle was observed fleeing the area. The vehicle was described as having lost a wheel and driving on the rim as it fled. Officers quickly located the suspect vehicle, abandoned in the rear parking lot of The Bar, on King St. W. The driver of the vehicle was identified at the scene to be a 55-year-old, male. He was located within that area and believed to be intoxicated by alcohol. He was arrested and taken to the Brockville Police Service for further testing. There it was confirmed that he was over the legal limit, while he was operating the vehicle. They vehicle was impounded, driver’s licence suspended and charged with operation while impaired, operation with blood alcohol concentration over 80mg, dangerous driving and failure to stop after accident. He was released with conditions and a future court date.   

Intoxicated Male Becomes Assaultive

On July 27, 2024, at about 2:00am, police received a report of an intoxicated male laying on the ground in the area of Water St. and St. Andrew St. Officers attended and located a very intoxicated, 28-year-old, male. Officers were attempting to find alternate arrangements for the subject, however there were few options and little cooperation from the subject. Officers then placed him under arrest for being intoxicated in a public place so they could monitor him, as the he was in no condition to care for himself. At that time, the subject became combative with the officers. He kicked, spit, bit and made numerous threats to kill the officers who were attempting to help him. The male was held for a bail hearing for the offences of three counts of assault a peace officer, obstruct peace officer and uttering threats.

Arrest Made After Male Throwing Rocks at Random Citizens

On July 28, 2024, at about 9:00pm, police received a 911 call in regards to two young females being followed by a 52-year-old, male in the area of Stewart Blvd. The two females had no knowledge as to who the male was. Investigation revealed that the male was yelling various slurs and throwing rocks at the two females. Officers attended quickly and located the male involved. Due to the concerning nature of his behaviour, he was charged with assault with a weapon and held for a bail hearing. 

Altercation Escalates Resulting in a Serious Assault

A 23-year-old Prescott man is in custody following an incident that occurred in the City’s south end Saturday evening.

On July 20, 2024 at about 8:30pm, the Brockville Police Service responded to a report of stabbing that had occurred in the area of Brock Street and Tunnel Avenue. The victim was transported to hospital for treatment of his non-life-threatening injuries. The victim and the accused were known to each other.

The accused was held in custody to await a bail hearing.

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information in relation to the incident is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Jamie Garvin at 613-342-0127 ext. 4248. Alternatively, individuals can contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Male Arrested After an Assault with a Weapon

On July 21, 2024, at about 8:00am, police received information of a dispute between two males that resulted in the victim being struck by a vehicle, in the area of Front Ave. at Park St.

Investigation revealed that the two males were in a verbal dispute in that area. The dispute escalated to the point that a 47-year-old, male entered his vehicle and drove towards the other involved male who was sitting on a curb. The 47-year-old, male struck the victim, knocking him backwards on the ground, and fled the area. The victim received non-life-threatening injuries.

Shortly after, the 47-year-old, male was located and arrested. He was charged with assault with a weapon and failure to stop after an accident. He was released with conditions and a future court date.

Male Arrested for Uttering Threats

On July 22, 2024, at about 12:30am, police received information that a male had smashed out windows of a pickup truck in the area of Kensington Pkwy.

Investigation revealed that a 34-year-old, male subject threatened the victim saying he was going to shoot him. The subject was upset over conversations between the victim and another female. The male subject showed up at the victim’s residence with a baseball bat and was observed smashing out the windows of a pickup truck, belonging to the victim’s brother. He then left the area.

In the evening of July 22, 2024, the male subject was located by police and arrested. He was held in custody for a bail hearing for the offences of uttering threats and mischief under $5,000.00.

Family Dispute Leads to Charges

On July 15, 2024, at about 6:15pm, police received a 911 call regarding a dispute taking place at a residence on Cartier Crt. Officers attended and investigation revealed that a 32-year-old, male was in an argument with his mother. This escalated to the point that the subject threatened to kill his mother and threw a flat screen television across the room causing damage. The incident was witnessed by others in the residence at the time. Subsequently, the subject was arrested and charged with uttering threats and mischief under $5,000.00. He was held for a bail hearing.

Bystanders Intervene on an Incident of Intimate Partner Violence

On July 14, 2024, at about 12:30pm, police received information that a male had assaulted a female, in the area of George St. Investigation revealed that two off duty police constables, were in the area when the incident occurred. They observed a male and female engaged in an argument that escalated to the point that the 35-year-old, male pushed and punched the female. The two witnesses intervened, stopped the assault, placed the male under arrest and contacted police. It was known that the couple involved were in a relationship. The victim received non-life-threatening injuries. The male subject was charged with assault and held for a bail hearing.   

Robbery

On July 13, 2024, at about 7:15pm, police received information of a robbery that had taken place in the area of Park St. Investigation revealed that a victim was in the area of Cowen’s Dairy on Park St., when he was approached by an unknown male. The male asked to speak with him and then proceeded to push the victim to the ground, punch him several times and steal a carrying bag containing some personal hygiene products and a small amount of cash. The suspect fled the area. The victim received non-life-threatening injuries. Police were able to locate a person who was determined to be the suspect, in the nearby area. He was identified as a 27-year-old, male and placed under arrest. Once the investigation was complete, he was charged with robbery and released on conditions with a future court date.

The Brockville Police Service has received information and has confirmed with the Brockville General Hospital that the individuals described in the previous news release were contracted by the Brockville General Hospital. The individuals were determined to be photographers contracted by the Brockville General Hospital and the City of Brockville and were taking photographs for recruitment purposes.

The Brockville Police Service would like to thank members of the public for their assistance in this matter. Further, the Brockville Police Service would like to remind members of the public that while it was determined the individuals in this incident were there for legitimate purposes; that they continue to exercise caution when providing personal information to unknown parties and to report any suspicious activity.

The Brockville Police Service is currently investigating suspicious activity that occurred at the Rotary Park Splash Pad on the 3rd of July, 2024. On the 11th of July, 2024, Police received a report of three males taking photos of individuals, while using the splash pad, particularly children. When confronted, the males claimed they were taking photos for a fundraiser on behalf of Brockville General Hospital.

In this case, the males requested the name, phone number, and email address of the individuals, claiming they would send them the photos. Brockville General Hospital and the Brockville & District Hospital Foundation have confirmed that they have no individuals acting in such capacity.

The males were described as well dressed, using high end camera equipment.

The Brockville Police Service would like to remind members of the public to exercise caution when providing personal information to unknown parties. Further, the Brockville Police Service encourages members of the public to report any suspicious activity.

Anyone with information in relation to this investigation is asked to contact the Brockville Police Service information line at 613-342-0127 Extension 0. Information can also be reported anonymously to CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.   

Weekend Involvement

It was another busy holiday weekend for the Brockville Police Service. The following are some of the statistics from Friday, June 28 to Monday, July 1, 2024.

Some of these statistics involve the incidents described below.

Intimate Partner Violence

On June 29, 2024, at about 1:30am, police received a call regarding an assault that had taken place in the area of Reynolds Dr. Investigation revealed that a 32-year-old, female had assaulted her boyfriend by striking him in the head multiple times with her hand. The male received non-life-threatening injuries and the female subject was arrested. She was charged with assault and held in custody for a bail hearing.

R.I.D.E. Program

On June 29, 2024, the Brockville Police Service conducted multiple R.I.D.E. programs in conjunction with MADD (Mother Against Drunk Driving). During the event, police were successful in educating the public, along with removing three drivers from our roads, making our community a little safer. Here are some of the details about what took place:

• A 55-year-old, female was stopped and roadside screening breath sample was taken in the area of King St. E. The test resulted in a fail, which, lead to her being arrested. Further testing confirmed impairment and that she was operating over the legal limit. She was charged with operation while impaired and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration over 80mg. Her vehicle was impounded, driver’s licence suspended and released with a future court date.
• A 43-year-old, male was stopped and a roadside screening breath sample was taken in the area of Stewart Blvd. The test resulted in a fail and he was arrested. Further testing confirmed impairment and that he was driving while over the legal limit. He was also charged with operation while impaired and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration over 80mg. His vehicle was impounded, driver’s licence suspended and released with a future court date.
• A 67-year-old, male was stopped in the area of King St. E. and a roadside breath sample was taken. This test resulted in warn, which is when the sample taken is found to be in the range of 50mg to under 80mg of alcohol in one’s blood. This results in a three-day driver’s licence suspension along with reinstatement fees. The driver’s licence was suspended.

Intimate Partner Violence

On June 30, 2024, at about 7:00pm, police received a call regarding and assault that had taken place at a residence on Reynolds Dr. Investigation revealed that a 58-year-old, male had assaulted his common law, girlfriend, by striking her with his hand. The female had minor, non-life-threatening, injuries. As a result, the male subject was placed under arrest for assault. He was later released on conditions and a future court date for that offence. 

Male Arrested After Trespassing and Causing Damage

On June 27, 2024, shortly after midnight, police received a call in the area of Oak St., regarding a male looking through a residence’s windows. Police attended and it was learned that a 24-year-old, male subject, was trespassing on the property and looking in windows of the residence. When the home owner noticed and confronted the subject, he smashed a bottle on the home owner’s vehicle, causing minor damage. The subject was located nearby and was arrested. He was held for a bail hearing for the offences of trespass by night and mischief under $5,000.00. 

Male Charged for Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Variety of Drugs

On June 23, 2024, at about 10:00pm, police received a 911 call regarding a 20-year-old, male who had attended a residence on First Ave. The subject was on conditions not to be around the occupants of the residence while under the influence of drugs, which, investigation revealed, the subject was under the influence of Fentanyl. He made multiple attempts to gain entry to the house at multiple windows and doors. Police arrived quickly and the male was arrested for failing to comply with his Recognizance (peace bond). When the subject was searched, officers located a significant quantity of various drugs, including Fentanyl, Xanax, Psilocybin (magic mushrooms), Cocaine, Cannabis, Ecstasy and Dilaudid. The estimated street value for the quantities seized is approximately $115,000.00. The male subject was held for a bail hearing for the offences of breach of Recognizance, possession for the purpose of distributing cannabis and six counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking in the multiple other substances; Fentanyl, Xanax, Psilocybin (magic mushrooms), Cocaine, Ecstasy and Dilaudid. 

Intimate Partner Violence Leads to Charges

On June 23, 2024, at about 8:45pm, police received a 911 call at the Days Inn, regarding the sound of a male yelling at a female that he was going to smash her phone and her yelling for him not to hurt her. Police arrived and spoke to the couple involved, who are both local to Brockville. Investigation revealed that a 64-year-old, male had broken the female’s cellphone and assaulted her by threatening and gesturing to strike her with a bicycle lock. The male was placed under arrest for mischief and assault with a weapon. He was charged with those offences and held in custody for a bail hearing.

Speeding Leads to Stunt Driving Charges

On June 23, 2024, at about 8:30pm, police were patrolling the area of North Augusta Rd. when a vehicle was observed travelling at a high rate of speed. The officer measured speeds of 111 km/h, in a posted 60 km/h zone. The 55-year-old, male driver was operating a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck. The male’s truck was impounded, driver’s licence suspended and charged with perform stunt – excessive speed and drive with no currently validated permit.

Intimate Partner Violence Leads to Charges

On June 22, 2024, at about 4:30pm, police received a report of a dispute between a couple, in their vehicle, on Laurier Blvd. The dispute continued as the couple made their way to a residence on Brighton Cres. Police spoke to those involved and investigation revealed that the 35-year-old, female assaulted her male partner by throwing multiple drinking cups at him. The male was not seriously injured in the incident. The female was arrested and charged with assault with a weapon. She was released with conditions and a future court date.