News

Shoplifting

On the 10^th of March 2020 at 8:30 p.m. police were called to Walmart in response to a 22 year old male that was arrested for shoplifting.  The male was apprehended by the loss prevention officer when he was observed selecting approximately $100 worth of merchandise and then left the store without any attempt to pay.  He was charged and issued an appearance notice with a later court date.

Domestic

On the 11^th of March 2020 at 4:00 a.m. police were dispatched to a north end residence for a domestic disturbance.  As a result of the call a 42 year old male was arrested for assault on his spouse.  He was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Domestic

On the 9^th of March 2020 at 5:30 p.m. officers responded to a domestic incident in the city’s south end.   A 24 year old female and a 29 year old male were both jointly charged with assault.  Both parties were released on conditions with a future court date.

Mischief

On the 11^th of March 2020 at 8:00 a.m. the Brockville Police Service responded to a complaint of a 21 year old male causing damage to a Church St. address. The male was located and arrested for mischief.  He was also on a probation order at the time of his arrest and was charged with failing to comply with that order.

Unlawfully at Large/Drugs

On the 12^th of March 2020 at 3:00 a.m. officers from the Brockville Police Service observed vehicle being operated on William St.  The vehicle was dragging its exhaust causing sparks as it traveled on the highway.  The vehicle was stopped and a passenger was identified as a 34 year old local male.  That male had failed to attend for his intermittent sentence and a warrant was issued for his arrest.  Officers then attempted to arrest the male; he struck the officer and fled on foot.  He was arrested during that foot pursuit.  Police located a large quantity of crack cocaine on the male along with other drug paraphernalia.  He has been charged with being unlawfully at large, breach of probation and possession of a controlled substance. He was held in custody pending a bail hearing today.

Break and Enter:

On Sunday March 8^th, 2020 police were dispatched to an address on Chislett Street as the home owner had discovered that the locks on his shed had been cut and several tools were missing.  The incident occurred over the past two weeks.  There are not any suspects at this time.

Fraud:

 A 39 year old female was arrested on the strength of our warrant in Gananoque on March 8^th at 4:30 p.m.  The female was wanted in relation to a fraud complaint.  The fraud was with an Ontario Works assistance and employment benefits scam.  She had failed to declare income while continuing to collect benefits over a four year time span. She is accused of collecting close to $20,000 in benefits illegally.   She was charged and released with a future court date.

Impaired by Drug:

On the 6^th of March 2020 at 9:00 p.m. officers on routine patrol observed a vehicle being operated on Keefer St. East without its headlights on.  The vehicle was stopped and the 52 year old driver was found to be under the influence of a drug.  He was arrested and charged with impaired operation of a conveyance.  He licence has been suspended for 90 days and his vehicle impounded for 7 days.

Theft:

A 33 year old female was arrested on Thursday the 5^th of March at 12:30 p.m. for shoplifting.  She was observed by staff at The Score selecting items, concealing them and leaving without any attempt to pay.  She was detained by staff and turned over to police who charged her accordingly.

Public Intoxication:

On March 5^th, 2020 at 3:30 p.m. a 38 year old female was arrested outside of the Brockville General Hospital for being intoxicated in a public place.  She was charged and turned over to family members. 

Suspicious Person:

On the 4^th of March 2020 at 12:50 p.m. the Brockville Police Service was contacted in relation to a suspicious person.  The complainant contacted the service to report that a male had been sleeping in the vestibule of a downtown business on King St. West.  Security footage was viewed and the male was identified as a local 21 year old male.  He was observed on camera being in possession of brass knuckles and a small black handgun.  That male was later located and arrested without incident.  The handgun was determined to be an air pistol.  The male has been charged with being in possession of a prohibited weapon (brass knuckles).  He has been released with a future court date.

Bail Violations:

On the 3^rd of March 2020 at 5:30 p.m. a 45 year old male attended the Brockville Police Service to turn himself in on an outstanding warrant for breaching a bail condition.  He was released from custody with a future court date.

 Public Intoxication:

On the 3^rd of March 2020 at 6:20 p.m. a 44 year old male was arrested for being intoxicated in a public place.  The male was arrested on Charles St. after police received 3 separate complaints about the male.  He was held in custody and released when sober with a $55 fine.

Public Intoxication:

On the 3^rd of March at 11:20 p.m. police were dispatched to King St. West for reports of an intoxicated male sitting in a snow bank.  The 57 year old male was arrested for being intoxicated in a public place. He was held in custody until sober and released with a $55 fine.

Bail violations:

On the 1^st of March 2020 at 3:00 p.m. police were contacted about a breach of a bail condition.  The 26 year old male suspect had been contacting another male contrary to his conditions.  He was arrested and held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Break and Enter:

A 30 year old male has been arrested and charged with break and enter, possession of B&E tools, theft, possession of a controlled substance and breach of probation.   Officer received the complaint on the 1^st of March 2020 at 3:30 p.m.  The witness had discovered a male in a storage shed at 1109 Millwood Ave, when confronted the male left the area.  The complainant attended the service to report the incident.  When he returned home he spotted the suspect. He followed the male to a store and contacted police.  Officers located the male at the store and arrested him for the break and enter.  As they were arresting the male he was found to be in possession of merchandise from the store that he had failed to pay for and a quantity of fentanyl.    He was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Drug Offences:

A 33 year old Brockville male was arrested on the 28^th of February at 9:41 a.m. for a warrant from Ottawa.  The male was arrested when officer’s spotted the male in the back of a cab being operated on Stewart Blvd.  The male was searched incident to arrest and officers located a quantity of cocaine, hashish and crystal methamphetamine.  He was charged for being in possession of a controlled substance and released with a future court date.

Impaired:

On the 29^th of February 2020 at 12:21 a.m. officers responded to a vehicle that had driven off of the highway on Laurier Blvd.  Officers detected an odour of an alcoholic beverage on the driver and he subsequently failed a roadside test.  He was placed under arrest and transported to the Brockville Police Service where he provided two sample of breath to a qualified technician of nearly double the legal limit.  He was charged with impaired operation of a conveyance and driving with more than 80 milligrams of alcohol.   His vehicle was impounded for 7 days and his licence suspended for 90 days.

Search Warrant:

On the 28^th of February 2020 at 4:30 a.m. officers conducted a search warrant under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act at 69 King St. East.  A 44 year old female was arrested and charged with two counts of being in possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking and one count of breaching her probation.  She was released with a future court date.

Stolen Vehicle:

The Brockville Police Service is currently investigating the theft of a stolen vehicle.  The vehicle was taken from St. Lawrence College sometime after 4:00 a.m. today.  The truck is operated by “Blade Runner” and is a red Ford F-350 with a 9 foot split plow.

At 2:30 p.m. officer located the vehicle along with a 23 year old suspect on Bartholomew St. He is currently in our custody facing charges.  The plow for the truck is still outstanding. Please contact the Brockville Police Service with any information regarding the plow.

Investigation

The Brockville Police is currently investigating a matter that was brought to their attention via social media.  As a result of the investigation, Constable Mike Boszormeny has been temporarily re-assigned to administrative duties.  Please direct media inquiries to Staff-Sergeant Andrew Harvie at 613-342-0127. 

Bail Violations

On the 25^th of February 2020 at 5:00 p.m. an officer on routine patrol located a 33 year old female that was wanted for a bail violation.  The female was on conditions to report to the Brockville Police Service, but had failed to do so.  When confronted by police she attempted to run, but was arrested a short distance later.  She has been further charged with resisting arrest.    

Arrest

On the 25^th of February 2020 at 12:00 p.m. a 28 year old male was arrested for a 2018 robbery occurrence.  The incident occurred July 21^st 2018 at a Cartier Court apartment building.  New information became available and the suspect was identified.  He was then arrested and charged with robbery and disguise with intent. 

Threats

 A 47 year old male was arrested for uttering threats to cause bodily in a domestic related incident.  The incident occurred on the 22 of February 2020, but he accused was not located until the 24^th when police arrested him on Stewart Blvd.  He was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

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 23^rd 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 23^rd 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.

Motor vehicle collision:

On the 20^th of February 2020 at 9:50 p.m. the Brockville Police Service responded to reports of a motor vehicle collision at King St. East and Park St.  The vehicle had been reportedly traveling at a high rate of speed and struck a hydro pole at the intersection.  The driver then fled on foot, but was arrested by officers a short distance later.  During a search, officer located a quantity of cocaine on his person.  He has been charged with failing to remain at the scene of an accident and possession of a controlled substance.

Warrants:

Three people were arrested yesterday in separate incidents for their outstanding warrants.

On the 19^th at 12:00 p.m. a 27 year old male turned himself in to court staff when he learned that a warrant had been issued for his arrest.  The male was on charges out of Kingston, but was failing to abide by his conditions.  His surety withdrew and a warrant was issued for his arrest. 

On the 19^th at 2:30 p.m. a 50 year old male was observed by police on Wall St. The male had a warrant for his arrest for a theft that occurred on the 4^th of February.  The male was identified through CCTV footage in that incident.  He was arrested without incident and held in custody pending a bail hearing.

ON the 20^th at 3:00 a.m. a 30 year old female asked staff at the Circle K on King Street West to contact police.  Officers arrived at the store to find out that the female had a warrant for her arrest and wanted to turn herself in.  She was arrested without incident and held in custody for bail hearing.