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Motor Vehicle Collision with Cyclist

On July 15, 2023 at about 3:45PM, police received a call regarding a serious motor vehicle collision involving a cyclist on Water St. Officers attended and it was revealed that a 24-year-old, male, cyclist, was traveling southbound on Home St. approaching Water St. The cyclist proceeded through the intersection and into oncoming traffic. He collided with a pickup truck hauling a trailer. The cyclist was dragged for several feet and as a result, suffered very serious injuries. He was transported to Kingston General Hospital by Paramedics. The male is in recovery there with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. The OPP, Technical Traffic Collision Investigators, were contacted to assist and the scene was protected by the Brockville Police Service. The investigation was completed and the scene was released around Midnight. No charges have been issued at this time. The investigating officer will wait to gather all information before determining an appropriate charge, if any.    

Wanted Person Arrested

On July 16, 2023 at about 6:30AM, police received a complaint of yelling and shouting coming from a residence in the area of Central Ave. Information was that it sounded like an argument. Officers attended the area and found everything to be calm on arrival. Police did speak with a 24-year-old, female, who was found to be wanted for failing to attend court on two counts of failing to comply with probation. She was arrested and held in custody for a bail hearing.   

Fire Scene at 109 Perth St.

The Brockville Police Service is advising that the the crime scene at the 109 Perth St. has been lifted as the Ontario Fire Marshal has completed their work at the scene. The property is still deemed to be unsafe to enter and is fenced off. We ask people to be mindful of this. The investigation into the many concerns surrounding the fire is still ongoing. We ask for your patience while investigators continue to work diligently on this case. If anyone from the public has information regarding this incident, we ask that you contact the Brockville Police Service, attention Detective Graham Coe. Alternatively, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

We also want to recognize the incredible work performed by the Brockville fire Department. Without their fast response and hard work, this incident could have been catastrophic. They continued with their efforts the days following the events on Monday morning and for that, we are grateful. We should also recognize the many City of Brockville staff who came together to have the area cleaned up and to be opened to the public.     

Impaired Care and Control

On July 12, 2023 at about 3:00PM, police received multiple calls regarding a possible impaired person entering into a transport truck, in the Walmart parking lot. The 22-year-old male, from Brampton, was seen exiting Walmart and showing signs of impairment. The officer attended to the truck and located the male in the driver’s seat. The male was arrested for operation while impaired. He was taken to the Brockville Police Service where breath testing was performed. It was confirmed that he was impaired. His driver’s licence was suspended, truck was impounded and charged with operation while impaired and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration over 80mg.

Structure Fire Scene – AVOID AREA

On July 10, 2023 at about 2:00AM, Brockville Police Service and Brockville Fire Dept., received a report of a large structure fire, located at 109 Perth St. Emergency services attended and blocked the area on Perth St. from Brock St. to Pearl St. and the John St. area. Unfortunately, the fire spread to multiple other residences in the area. Many homes have been evacuated and residents are displaced. We are asking the public to please avoid the area so emergency services can can restore safety.

There is an ongoing investigation into the circumstances of the fire. Police are also asking that if anyone has any information regarding this incident, please contact Detective Graham Coe at 613-342-0127 x:4245 or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477).

Motor Vehicle Collision Update

Yesterday, July 5, 2023, police released information regarding a pedestrian involved motor vehicle collision on Stewart Blvd and the 401 overpass. The vehicle struck a 22-year-old, female, pedestrian, who remains in hospital in serious condition. The collision was investigated with the assistance of the OPP, Technical Traffic Collision Investigators. No charges have been laid at this time as the events of the collision are still under investigation. This investigation required Stewart Blvd to be closed between Parkedale Ave and Central Ave, which caused severe traffic congestion in the city. During this congestion, police were overwhelmed with reports of multiple other collisions that were a drain on emergency service resources. Luckily, no one was seriously injured in those collisions. It was unfortunate to see an observed increase in driver impatience during this difficult time. Leeds Grenville Paramedics and the Brockville Fire Department, should be recognized for their efforts in yesterday’s events.   

Domestic Disturbance

On July 3, 2023 at about 6:00PM, police received a call regarding a domestic dispute in the area of Millwood Ave. Investigation revealed that the 23-year-old, male, had struck his partner in the face. Injuries are considered non-life-threatening. The male was arrested for assault and released on conditions with a future court date.

Motor Vehicle Collision Investigation

Today at about 11:30AM, police received a call of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle in the area of Stewart Blvd and the 401. The investigation is still ongoing. The pedestrian is suffering from serious injuries. Currently, southbound lanes on Stewart Blvd are shutdown at Parkedale Ave. Northbound lanes are reduced on Stewart Blvd at Central Ave. These lanes will also be shutdown to complete the investigation with the assistance of the OPP, Technical Traffic Collision Investigator. Traffic is highly congested and the estimated time of reopening is unknown. Please avoid the area.

Suspicious Person in Possession of a Knife

On June 30, 2023 at about 10:00AM, police received a call of a suspicious person looking through windows of a residence, while in possession of a knife, in the area of Murray St. Officers attended and located the 18-year-old, male, subject. When police approached him, he fled on foot through the neighbourhood. A short distance later, one of the officer’s located the subject. He was controlled after a safe and successful deployment of the conducted energy weapon (TASER). Other officers attended to assist with the arrest and while handcuffing the subject, he began grabbing officer’s hands, duty belts and equipment. Officers observed exhibited symptoms of excited delirium by the subject. As a result, he was taken to the Brockville General Hospital. Once his review was completed, he was held in custody for a bail hearing for the offences of possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose, resisting arrest and disarming a peace officer.  

Impaired Driving

On July 1, 2023 at about 12:15AM, officers were taking part in a R.I.D.E. program for the Canada Day long weekend. At that time, they located a 35-Year-old, woman, operating her vehicle in the area of Stewart Blvd. Alcohol was detected and a roadside breath sample resulted in a fail. The female was arrested and taken to the Brockville Police Service for further testing. Those tests confirmed that she was driving while impaired. As a result her driver’s licence was suspended, vehicle impounded and charged with operation while impaired and operation while impaired – blood alcohol over 80mg.

Break and Enter

On July 1, 2023 at about 10:00PM, police received a call of a break and enter at a residence on Crawford St. The home owner came home to find that his home had been broken into and the suspect was currently inside. The suspect was startled and fled the area. During the investigation the suspect was quickly identified to be a 38-year-old, male. Officers responded and searched the area. The male was located shortly after and was arrested in the rear of a property on King St. E. As a result of the occurrence the male was charged with break and enter, mischief and three counts of fail to comply with probation. He was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Theft

On July 2, 2023 at about 3:30PM, police received a call regarding a female who had broken into one of the laundry machines, at the Pearl Street Coin Laundry, and stole clothing items. Video surveillance identified the suspect to be a 28-year-old, female. The female was later located and arrested for the offences of theft under $5,000.00, mischief under $5,000.00 and fail to comply with probation. She was released with conditions and a future court date.

Domestic Dispute

On July 2, 2023 at about 10:00PM, police received a report of a domestic dispute that took place moments prior at a residence on Laurier Blvd. Investigation revealed that a 31-year-old, male, had assaulted his girlfriend by throwing her to the ground and striking her with clothing hangers. This all took place in the presence of children. As a result, the male subject was arrested and charged with two counts of assault, assault with a weapon, mischief under $5,000.00 and fail to comply with probation. He was held in custody for a bail hearing.