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January 2023 - News

January 2023 - News

January 2023 - News

CRIME BRIEF: January 6, 2023

Jan 6, 2023

Type:                 Commercial Robbery
Incident:          22-00603
Location:         Shellard Lane and Conklin Drive

On Thursday, January 5, 2023, at approximately 12:30 a.m., officers with the Brantford Police Service were dispatched to a retail location on Shellard Lane after receiving a report of a robbery. 

A suspect was reported to have entered the store, brandished a gun, and demanded cash from the store employee. 
 
The suspect obtained a quantity of currency and fled the scene on foot.

The suspect is described as:
  • male, approximately 30-years-old, 5"10, 140 lbs., wearing a blue Covid mask, brown jacket, dark pants, and brown hooded sweatshirt
 

Image: suspect photo

 

No physical injuries were sustained as a result of the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050.
 
Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant- Brantford Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477. Alternatively, a web tip may be submitted at: https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/ 
 

 
Type:                 Threatening
Incident:          23-00017
Location:         Nelson Street

On Sunday, January 1, 2023, at approximately 1:45 a.m., officers with the Brantford Police Service were dispatched after receiving a report of a man who had allegedly threatened to stab another man at a Nelson Street residence.

Officers attended and, as a result of the investigation, a 19-year-old man from Brantford was arrested and stands charged for the following: 
  • Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm, contrary to the Criminal Code
 
The accused was held for a bail hearing.


 
Type:                 Impaired - Alcohol
Incident:          22-53222
Location:         West Street and Edmondson Street

On Saturday, December 31, 2022, at approximately 11:00 p.m., officers conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) spot-check located at West Street, just south of Edmondson Street, observed a driver operating his vehicle without headlights or rear lights illuminated. The driver approached the RIDE program at a high rate of speed. 

Speaking with the driver, officers observed signs of impairment and performed a roadside sobriety test, which the accused failed.

The accused was subsequently arrested and transported to provide samples of breath as required by law.

Both samples provided were over the legal limit.

As a result of the investigation, a 29-year-old man from Brantford stands charged with the following: 
  • Operation While Impaired - Blood Alcohol Concentration, contrary to the Criminal Code 
  • Drive Without Proper Rear Light - Motor Vehicle, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act 
 
Additionally, the driver’s licence of the accused was suspended, and the vehicle impounded.


 
Type:                 Impaired - Drug
Incident:          22-53112
Location:         Melrose Place

On Saturday, December 31, 2022, at approximately 1:15 a.m., officers with the Brantford Police Service were dispatched to a Melrose Place location after receiving a report of possible impaired driver asleep in a vehicle.

Officers attended and located two people in the suspect vehicle who appeared to be asleep. The male (in the driver's seat) and female occupant (in the passenger seat) had to be awoke by officers.

Speaking with the driver, officers observed signs of impairment. A Naloxone kit and drug paraphernalia were observed in clear view by the officer.

As a result, the officer arrested the accused for Impaired Care and Control of Motor Vehicle by Drug.

The officer provided a Drug Recognition Breath Demand at the time of arrest where it was determined that the accused was impaired by drug. 

As a result, a 35-year-old man from Brantford, stands charged with: 
  • Operation while Impaired, contrary to the Criminal Code 

Additionally, the driver’s licence of the accused was suspended, and the vehicle impounded.



Type:                 Commercial Robbery
Incident:          22-53027
Location:         Conklin Road

Officers with the Brantford police continue to investigate a commercial robbery and are seeking assistance from the public to identify a suspect.

On Friday, December 30, 2022, at approximately 1:00 p.m., officers with the Brantford police were dispatched to attend a retail location on Conklin Road, regarding a robbery. 

A suspect was reported to have entered the retail store and demanded cash from the store employee. The suspect was unsuccessful in his attempt to obtain cash and fled the scene with merchandise and cigarettes.

No physical injuries were sustained as a result of the incident.

The suspect is described as follows:
  • White, male, wearing a white face mask, black winter coat, grey jeans, black toque, and black goggles.
 
The suspect was observed fleeing the scene on a bicycle, toward Conklin Road and Blackburn Drive. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant- Brantford Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477. Alternatively, a web tip may be submitted at: https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/ 
 


Type:                 Commercial Robbery
Incident:          22-52922
Location:         Pearl Street

Officers with the Brantford police continue to investigate a commercial robbery and are seeking assistance from the public to identify a suspect.

On Thursday, December 29, 2022, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a suspect entered a retail store located on Pearl Street, brandished a knife, and demanded cash from the store employee.

After receiving a quantity of cash and cigarettes, the suspect fled on foot. 

No physical injuries were sustained as a result of the incident.

The suspect is described as follows:
  • White, male, 60’s, approximately 5’10” – 6’, wearing a black balaclava, green hooded sweatshirt, a grey/black two-tone jacket with a grey stripe, and brown shoes.
 
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant- Brantford Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477. Alternatively, a web tip may be submitted at: https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/ 



Type:                 Weapons
Incident:          22-52886
Location:         Lynden Road

On Thursday, December 29, 2022, at approximately 2:45 p.m., officers with the Brantford Police Service were dispatched to a location at Lynden Road and Wayne Gretzky Parkway, after receiving information that a group of young females had threatened a group of young males with a knife. 

Investigation revealed that the accused female, had allegedly threatened the victim, a 13-year-old male, with a folding pocketknife. 

The accused had left the scene prior to police arrival. 

Police subsequently located the accused at a nearby location. 

As a result of police investigation, the accused youth, a 13-year-old female, has been arrested and stands charged with the following Criminal Code offences: 
  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm 
  • Assault with a weapon 
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose 
 


Type:                 Weapons
Incident:          22-52628
Location:         West Street and Morton Avenue

On Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at approximately 8:00 p.m., officers with the Brantford Police Service were dispatched to the area of Byrne Street after receiving a report of a person with a machete.

The caller advised that the person was walking down the street, waving the machete and yelling.

Officers attended and located the accused at West Street and Morton Avenue.

The accused was subsequently arrested for possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. 

A search of the accused incident to arrest revealed that he was in possession of a baton. A brief search of the area resulted in police recovering a machete, which was later confirmed to be matching the description of the weapon reported to police by the complainant. 

Officers observed signs of intoxication when dealing with the accused. 

As a result of the investigation, a 15-year-old youth stands charged with the following: 
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, contrary to the Criminal Code 
  • Being Intoxicated in Public Place, contrary to the Liquor Licence & Control Act 
 


Type:                 Drugs, Break & Enter
Incident:          22-52562
Location:         Multiple Locations

On Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at approximately 11:50 a.m. officers with the Brantford Police Service were dispatched to a parking lot located at West Street and Fairview Drive, after receiving information that a man who was wanted on a warrant had been observed.

The accused was wanted on an outstanding warrant for aggravated assault related to a July 7, 2022, incident.

Police arrived on scene and located the accused on foot, in the parking lot, attempting to evade police. The accused was taken into custody without incident. 

Search incident to arrest the located the following in possession of the accused:
  • Approximately 22.4 grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine 
  • Approximately 13.3 grams of a suspected psilocybin 
  • A digital scale and a quantity of Canadian currency
 
As a result, a 42-year-old man from Brantford stands charged with the following Controlled Drugs and Substances Act violations: 
  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Schedule I Substance 
  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Schedule III Substance 
 
Additionally, the accused has been charged in relation to three break and enter investigations that occurred at retail locations during December 2022 as outlined below:

Date of Occurrence     Location                            Details
December 5, 2022         Lynden Road                   Storefront window was broken, a quantity of lottery tickets stolen
December 7, 2022         Colborne Street            Storefront window was broken, a quantity of lottery tickets stolen
December 27, 2022      Stanley Street                Storefront window was broken, a quantity of lottery tickets stolen

A search incident to arrest revealed a large quantity of lottery tickets in possession of the accused. The tickets were previously reported as stolen from the robberies. 

As a result of the investigation, the accused also stands charged with the following Criminal Code offences: 
  • Break, Enter a Place - Commit Indictable Offence x 3 
  • Possession of Stolen Goods under $5000 x 3 
 
The accused was held for a bail hearing. 
 


Type:                 Impaired - Alcohol
Incident:          22-52524
Location:         East Avenue

On Monday, December 26, 2022, at approximately 11:45 p.m., patrol officers with the Brantford Police Service observed a vehicle swerving in traffic, hitting a curb, in the area of Colborne Street near Alfred Street.

A traffic stop was conducted to determine sobriety of the driver.

Speaking with the driver, officers observed signs of impairment. Additionally, the accused was unable to produce his driver’s licence.

Investigation revealed the accused was a prohibited, unlicensed driver.

The accused was arrested and subjected to roadside sobriety testing, which he failed. The accused was then transported to provide samples of breath as required by law.
 
Both samples provided were over the legal limit.

As a result of the investigation, a 38-year-old man from Brantford, stands charged with the following: 
  • Operation While Impaired - Blood Alcohol Concentration, contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Operation While Prohibited, contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Drive Motor Vehicle - No Licence, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act 
 
Additionally, the vehicle was impounded.
 


Type:                 Impaired - Alcohol
Incident:          22-52425
Location:         Wellington Street and Rawdon Street

On Monday, December 26, 2022, at approximately 1:10 a.m., officers with the Brantford Police Service were dispatched to the area of Wellington Street and Rawdon Street after receiving a report of a possible impaired driver.

Officers located the vehicle and performed a traffic stop to determine sobriety of the driver.

In speaking with the driver, officers observed signs of impairment. 

The accused was arrested and transported to provide samples of breath as required by law. Both samples were more than twice the legal limit.

As a result, a 21-year-old female from Hagersville stands charged with the following Criminal Code violations:
  • Operation while Impaired
  • Operating a conveyance with over 80 milligrams of alcohol 

Additionally, the driver’s licence of the accused was suspended, and the vehicle impounded.
 


Type:                 Impaired - Drug
Incident:          22-51881
Location:         Wadsworth Street

On Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at approximately 9:15 p.m., officers with the Brantford Police Service were dispatched after receiving a call from a concerned citizen to advise of a possible impaired driver, passed out behind the wheel of a vehicle, at a Wadsworth Street location.

Officers attended, located the vehicle, which was running, with the accused occupying the driver seat. The accused appeared to be asleep.

Officers observed signs of impairment when speaking with the accused.  

The accused was arrested, read the drug recognition evaluation demand, and transported to perform a drug recognition evaluation.
 
It was determined that the accused was impaired by drug. 

As a result, a 31-year-old man from Paris stands charged with Operation while Impaired, contrary the Criminal Code.

Additionally, the driver’s licence of the accused was suspended, and the vehicle impounded.
 

 
Type:                 Impaired - Drug
Incident:          22-51877
Location:         Colborne Street and Robinson Avenue

On Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at approximately 8:15 p.m., members of the Brantford Police Service were dispatched to attend a motor vehicle collision involving a possible impaired driver.

Officers attended the intersection of Colborne Street East and Robinson Avenue, and in speaking with the driver of one of the vehicles, observed signs of impairment. 

Investigation revealed that the driver had provided a false identity to officers and was currently bound by numerous driving suspensions, a valid court action peace bond, probation order and court action suspended sentence.

The accused was then placed under arrest for obstruct peace officer, operation while impaired, and driving while suspended. 

The accused was transported to provide samples of breath as required by law. 
Additionally, a drug recognition officer conducted a drug evaluation and found the accused to be impaired by drug.

As a result of this investigation, a 30-year-old man from Brantford stands charged with the following Criminal Code violations: 
  • Impaired Operation of a Conveyance 
  • Obstruct Peace Officer 
  • Breach of Probation x 2 
  • Disobey Court Order 
  • Operation while Prohibited X 4
 
Additionally, the vehicle was impounded.

Brantford police warn residents about grandparent scam

Jan 5, 2023

The Brantford Police Service are issuing a warning to older residents in the community after receiving several reports of a scam targeting these citizens. Earlier today, a report was received where the suspects have falsely identified themselves as a Brantford Police Officer and an R.C.M.P officer. If a member of the public ever has a concern regarding the identity of an officer, their identity can be confirmed by contacting BPS at 519-756-7050 with the name and badge number of the individual in question.  


Grandparent or Emergency Scam – What is it?

This type of fraud occurs when the fraudster contacts the victim, claiming a family member is in crisis and needs money. Although the fraudster can claim to be any family member (e.g., aunt, uncle, child) or friend, grandparents may be particularly vulnerable. 

Typically, a call is made from someone claiming the victim's grandchild or family member is in trouble. They have even been reported to impersonate the grandchild or family member. Often, they say that they have been arrested or involved in a collision and need money. Usually, the victim is instructed to send money immediately. 

Sometimes a second call will be made from someone pretending to be a lawyer or police officer. Scammers will advise the victim that a payment for bail or a fine is required to have their loved one released. If the victim agrees to pay the requested amount, suspects will arrange to pick up the funds in person with a "courier” or will ask the victim to send cash in the mail. The victims are often told they cannot talk about the investigation with anyone and advised that they will go to jail if they talk about it.

BPS continue to receive reports involving Grandparent Scams. From January 1, 2022, losses totaling $67,000 have been reported as a result of grandparent scams and a total of $663,800 can be attributed to other frauds including romance scams and the CRA scam.

The Brantford Police Service wish to remind residents of the importance of fraud education and protecting oneself from becoming a victim. We also encourage spreading the word to those, such as the elderly, who may be particularly vulnerable to these fraudsters and may be targets of these high-pressure scams.

TIPS TO PROTECT YOURSELF:
  • Take time to think. The fraudster will make it sound urgent and will pressure you.
  • Contact the family member in question. Emotions may be running high but take the time to check.
  • Ask questions only family members would know.
  • Call someone you trust or police for an opinion about the call. 
  • If you suspect it is a scam, it may be - just hang up. Conduct your own research to determine validity.
  • Do not send any money.

If you believe that you have been a victim of fraud and reside in the City of Brantford, contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050 and your financial institution immediately. You can also report online at: https://www.brantfordpolice.ca/accessible/online-reporting 

If you have not experienced a financial loss but have received a fraudulent call, such as the Grandparent scam, please report the incident by calling the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraud.ca/index-eng.htm 

Public Safety in Partnership with our Community

BPS investigate report of gun shots fired

Jan 2, 2023

23-00203
  
UPDATE:

At approximately 3:15 p.m., January 2, 2023, officers with the Brantford Police Service arrested a 19-year-old male suspect in relation to the offensive weapon investigation.

The suspect was apprehended by BPS officers without incident and faces multiple firearms related charges.

The Brantford Police Service would like to thank local residents and the public for their cooperation as officers worked to quickly conduct the investigation.

Officers are expected to remain on scene into the evening as they conclude the investigation. 



The Brantford Police Service are actively investigating a report of gun shots fired earlier this afternoon outside a Metcalfe Crescent residence.

On Monday, January 2, 2023, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a 9-1-1 call was received by the Brantford Police Service to report of possible gun fire outside a residence located on Metcalfe Crescent between Debbie Crescent and North Park Street.

Officers attended are currently on scene to investigate. As a result of the investigation, police have closed Metcalfe Crescent to pedestrian and vehicular traffic between Debbie Crescent and North Park Street.

We are asking residents in the immediate area to shelter-in-place and for the general public to avoid the area while the investigation is underway. 

As the investigation progresses, information will be provided thru our social channels on facebook and twitter.

Anyone who may have information which would assist investigators to identify the suspect(s) is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050.
Information can also be provided anonymously to Brant - Brantford Crime Stoppers by calling 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477 or by submitting a web tip online at: https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/ 

Public Safety in Partnership with the Community

 


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