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Aug 31, 2018

August 31, 2018

On August 30, 2018 several citizens suffered apparent drug over doses and had to be treated medically. The Branford Police Service is asking that the community be made aware of these occurrences and risks.  Please use extreme caution, if you are a new drug user you are particularly at risk should you use drugs cut with fentanyl.

Know what to do if you think someone is overdosing and call 9-1-1- immediately. If it?s available give the person naloxone. Naloxone is an emergency medication that reverses the effects of an overdose from opioids such as fentanyl, heroin, methadone, morphine. You can give naloxone while you wait for emergency services to arrive. Remember naloxone can temporarily reverse an overdose but it can wear off before the person has completely recovered. Always call 9-1-1.

Even if you have taken drugs or have drugs on you, the Good Samaritan Law can protect you.  

While we advise against using illicit drugs, people who choose to use should be sure to:
*never use alone
*start with a small amount
*not mix substances, including alcohol, as it increases risk of overdose
*call 911 right away if they think someone is overdosing
*make a plan and know how to respond in case of an overdose
*use where help is easily available
*be prepared to give breaths and/or administer Naloxone (Narcan) until help  
 arrives. Have a kit accessible at all times and KNOW how to use it.

Know the signs of an overdose:
*Can?t stay awake
*No strength or energy
*Cold, clammy skin
*Slow heartbeat
* Trouble breathing
*Slow, shallow breathing
*Gurgling or snoring sounds
*lips and/or fingernails blue or purple
*non-responsive to shouting

For more information please visit www.FentanylCanKill.ca

If you have information about suspected drug activity please contacts Sgt. Greg STANLEY at 519-756-0113 ext. 2286.

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.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=251

Aug 24, 2018

Incident #18-32694

August 23, 2018

Brantford Police Service has charged four males and one female with numerous firearm and drug related charges after an investigation on Hardy Road.  

On August 21, 2018 just after 1:00 a.m. the Brantford Police Service entered into an investigation at a residence on Hardy Road.  During the investigation Community Patrol Officers observed firearms, ammunition and various forms of controlled substances inside the residence.  On Wednesday August 22, 2018 the BPS ? Street Crime Unit executed a Search Warrant at the residence.   Located within the residence was:
? Smith and Wesson .357 Magnum handgun  (reported stolen)
? Colt 1908  handgun
? Sawed off Ruger 10/22 rifle (reported stolen)
? Two Orion 12 gauge flare guns, modified to fire .22 cal. Ammunition
? Dan Wesson .177 cal. Revolver style BB gun
? 143.94 grams of cocaine (schedule I) with a street value of $14.355.00
? 8.91 grams of marijuana (schedule II) with a street value of $22.00
? Thirty Four cultivated marihuana plants in various stages of growth (schedule II) with a street value of $ 34,000.
? Approximately $5000.00 Canadian Currency 
? electronic scales, currency counter, coin counter and a large quantity of packaging material

The estimated street value of drugs seized within the Hardy Road property was worth over $48.000.00.

As a result of the investigation, four males and one female have been arrested and charged.
 
Craig Allen BJERKSETH, 23 years old from Brantford

? Careless storage of a firearm, section 86(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, section 88(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Unauthorized Possession of a firearm, section 91(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm, section 92(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Possession of Restricted firearm with ammunition, section 95(1) of the Criminal Code
? Possession of Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition, section 95(1) of the Criminal Code x2
? Possession of a Weapon Obtained by Commission of an Offence, section 96(1) of the Criminal Code x2
?  Possession of stolen property under $5000,  section 355 (b) of the Criminal Code x2
?  Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (marihuana), section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs & Substances Act
? Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine), section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
? Unlawfully produce substance (marihuana), contrary to section 7(1) of the Controlled Drugs & Substances Act.

Tyler Brandon CAMERON, 25 year old from Brantford

? Careless storage of a firearm, section 86(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, section 88(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Unauthorized Possession of a firearm, section 91(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm, section 92(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Possession of Restricted firearm with ammunition, section 95(1) of the Criminal Code
? Possession of Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition, section 95(1) of the Criminal Code x2
? Possession of a Weapon Obtained by Commission of an Offence, section 96(1) of the Criminal Code x2
?  Possession of stolen property under $5000,  section 355 (b) of the Criminal Code x2
?  Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (marihuana), section 5(2) of the  Controlled Drugs & Substances Act
? Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine), section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
? Unlawfully produce substance (marihuana), contrary to section 7(1) of the Controlled Drugs & Substances Act.
? Breach of Probation 733.1 CCC

Derek Thomas CONWAY, 31 years old from Brantford

? Careless storage of a firearm, section 86(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, section 88(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Unauthorized Possession of a firearm, section 91(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm, section 92(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Possession of Restricted firearm with ammunition, section 95(1) of the Criminal Code
? Possession of Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition, section 95(1) of the Criminal Code x2
? Possession of a Weapon Obtained by Commission of an Offence, section 96(1) of the Criminal Code x2
?  Possession of stolen property under $5000,  section 355 (b) of the Criminal Code x2
?  Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (marihuana),  section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs & Substances Act
? Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine), section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
? Unlawfully produce substance (marihuana), contrary to section 7(1) of the Controlled Drugs & Substances Act.

Joseph Chauncey WILLIAMS, 26 year old from Ohsweken

? Careless storage of a firearm, section 86(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, section 88(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Unauthorized Possession of a firearm, section 91(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm, section 92(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Possession of Restricted firearm with ammunition, section 95(1) of the Criminal Code
? Possession of Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition, section 95(1) of the Criminal Code x2
? Possession of a Weapon Obtained by Commission of an Offence, section 96(1) of the Criminal Code x2
?  Possession of stolen property under $5000,  section 355 (b) of the Criminal Code x2
?  Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (marihuana),  section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs & Substances Act
? Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine), section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
? Unlawfully produce substance (marihuana), section 7(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
? Breach of Undertaking 145(3) CC, section 145(3) Criminal Code

Orenda Love POWLESS, 20 years old from Brantford

? Careless storage of a firearm, section 86(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, section 88(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Unauthorized Possession of a firearm, section 91(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm, section 92(1) of the Criminal Code x5
? Possession of Restricted firearm with ammunition, section 95(1) of the Criminal Code
? Possession of Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition, section 95(1) of the Criminal Code x2
? Possession of a Weapon Obtained by Commission of an Offence, section 96(1) of the Criminal Code x2
?  Possession of stolen property under $5000,  section 355 (b) of the Criminal Code x2
?  Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (marihuana),  section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs & Substances Act
? Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine), section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
? Unlawfully produce substance (marihuana), section 7(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

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All five accused were held in custody pending a bail hearing. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-0113 or Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant- Brantford Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477.

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Jul 20, 2018

Update - #18-27816

July 20, 2018

Brantford Police charge a 23 year old man after a large amount of suspected fentanyl is located.

On July 18, 2018 the Brantford Police Service - Street Crime Unit conducted an investigation into drug activity at a Motel Located on Colborne Street.  During the investigation two males were identified as being wanted on outstanding warrants for their arrest, along with being on court orders with conditions which they were violating.  During the investigation the two males were arrested on the outstanding warrants and were charged with Failing to Comply with their court orders.  One of the accused during his arrest attempted to spit on one of the investigating officers and was found to be in possession of a number of Percocet Tablets and was charged with Assault Peace Officer and Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking. 

On July 19, 2018 the BPS ?Street Crime Unit executed a search warrant on the Motel room which Accused #2 had occupied.  During the execution of the Search Warrant a large amount of suspected Fentanyl and a small amount of Marihuana was located.  In total 76.28 grams of suspected Fentanyl was located with a street value of $22,884.00 was seized.  As a result of the investigation, Aladin Elfatih Abd Elgadir a 23 year old Dundas male is charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl) and Possession of a Controlled Substance (Marihuana) under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.  He is also charged with Breach of Probation under the Criminal Code.  

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On July 18th, 2018, the Brantford Police Service - Street Crime Unit was conducting an investigation regarding drug activity at the Motel on Colborne Street in the City of Brantford. Officers had identified a male occupying a room at the motel that was wanted on outstanding warrants. A second male was also identified as staying at the Motel that was also wanted on outstanding warrants.  Just after 1:00 p.m., Detectives from the Street Crime Unit witnessed accused #1 walk away from the motel. Officers attempted to stop and arrest the accused but he attempted to flee on foot. The accused was caught and arrested without incident. Investigation confirmed the accused was currently wanted on outstanding warrants for his arrest and was currently bound by court orders with conditions which he was contravening.  Officers attended to the Motel where they located the second accused attempting to flee the area through a rear window of a motel room.  Officers made contact with the male who was arrested without incident.  Investigation confirmed the accused was currently wanted on outstanding warrants for his arrest and was currently bound by court orders which he was contravening.  During the investigation, accused #2 attempted to spit on Officers and was found to be in possession of 43 Percocet Tablets ($215 value).  Accused #1 a 23 year old Hamilton male is charged with Breach of Probation and Breach of Recognizance and was held for bail.  Accused #2 a 23 year old Dundas male is charged with Assault Peace Officer and Breach of Recognizance under the Criminal Code.  He is also charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking under the Controlled Drug and Substances Act. He was held for a bail hearing.  

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Jul 3, 2018

UPDATE

July 2, 2018

The Brantford Police Service have arrested and charged a male and female in relation to a series of incidents.

On Monday July 2, 2018 just after 1:00 p.m. Community Patrol Officers located a stolen motor vehicle parked at a Motel on Colborne Street.  The vehicle had been reported stolen from Hamilton.  Investigation revealed that the two accused had recently parked the vehicle in the parking lot and entered a room within the Motel.  Officers located the two accused within the room who were arrested without incident.  Investigation revealed that accused #1 was currently bound by a court order with conditions and was also wanted on outstanding warrants.  Accused #2 was also wanted on outstanding warrants.  Both parties have been subjects in a number of recent investigations.
 
The two accused are charged with the following offences related to the stolen motor vehicle they were operating and located at the Motel.
 
Accused #1 ? George Nathan Sault a 25 year old Hamilton male is charged with:

1. POSSESSION OF STOLEN PROPERTY OVER $5000 - SECTION 355(a) CCC
2. BREACH OF PROBATION ? SECTION 733.1(1) CCC
3. DRIVE WHILE DISQUALIFIED - SECTION 269(4) CCC

Accused #2 ? Brittney Dawn Elliott a 23 year old female from Ohsweken is charged with:

1. POSSESSION OF STOLEN PROPERTY OVER $5000 - SECTION 355(a) CCC

The two accused are also charged with the following offences in relation to separate investigations;

Accused #1:
Incident #18-23562
1. DANGEROUS DRIVING - SECTION 249(1)(A) CCC
2. POSSESSION OVER $5,000.00 - SECTION 355(A) CCC
3. ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON - SECTION 267(A) CCC
4. DISQUALIFIED DRIVING - SECTION 259(4) CCC
5. POLICE PURSUIT - FAIL TO STOP - SECTION 249.1(1) CCC
6. SECTION 252(1.1) CCC ? FAIL TO REMAIN
7. MISCHIEF OVER $5000.00 - SECTION 430(3) CCC -
8. THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE - SECTION 333.1 CCC -
9. BREACH OF PROBATION - SECTION 733.1(1) CCC

Incident #18-23571 
1. ARSON - DAMAGE TO PROPERTY SECTION 434 CCC X 3
2. BREACH OF PROBATION SECTION 733.1(1) CCC

Incident #18-23572 
1. DANGEROUS DRIVING SECTION 249(1)(A) CCC
2. POSSESSION OVER $5,000.00 SECTION 355(A) CCC
3. DISQUALIFIED DRIVING SECTION 259(4) CCC
4. MISCHIEF OVER $5000.00 SECTION 430(3) CCC
5. THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE - SECTION 333.1 CCC
6. ARSON - DAMAGE TO PROPERTY - SECTION 434 CCC
7. BREACH OF PROBATION - SECTION 733.1(1) CCC

Incident #18-23730 
1. POSSESSION OVER $5,000.00 - SECTION 355(A) CCC  
2. DISQUALIFIED DRIVING - SECTION 259(4) CCC
3. THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE - SECTION 333.1 CCC
4. BREACH OF PROBATION - SECTION 733.1(1) CCC

Incident #18-23044
1. THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE - SECTION 333.1 CCC

Incident #18-23428
1. DISQUALIFIED DRIVING SECTION 259(4) CCC
2. THEFT UNDER $5000 ? SECTION 334 (B) CCC
3. POSSESSION OVER $5,000.00 - SECTION 355(A) CCC  
4. BREACH OF PROBATION - SECTION 733.1(1) CCC

Incident #18-24602
1. POSSESSION UNDER $5,000.00 - SECTION 355(B) CCC  
2. DANGEROUS DRIVING SECTION 249(1)(A) CCC
3. DISQUALIFIED DRIVING - SECTION 259(4) CCC
4. BREACH OF PROBATION - SECTION 733.1(1) CCC
5. OBSTRUCT POLICE OFFICER ? SECTION 129(A) CCC

Incident #18-20574  
1. THEFT UNDER $5000 ? SECTION 334 (B) CCC
2. MISCHIEF UNDER $5000.00 SECTION 430(4) CCC
3. BREACH OF PROBATION - SECTION 733.1(1) CCC

Incident #18-24737
1. THEFT UNDER $5000 ? SECTION 334 (B) CCC
2. DISQUALIFIED DRIVING - SECTION 259(4) CCC

Incident #18-21352
1. THEFT OVER $5000 ? SECTION 334 (A) CCC
2. POSSESSION OVER $5,000.00 - SECTION 355(A) CCC 
3. DISQUALIFIED DRIVING - SECTION 259(4) CCC
4. BREACH OF PROBATION - SECTION 733.1(1) CCC

Incident #18-22802 
1. DANGEROUS DRIVING SECTION 249(1)(A) CCC
2. DISQUALIFIED DRIVING - SECTION 259(4) CCC
3. FLIGHT from POLICE OFFICER ? SECTION 249.1(1) CCC
4. BREACH OF PROBATION - SECTION 733.1(1) CCC

Accused #2:
Incident #18-23562
1. OCCUPY STOLEN MOTOR VEHICLE - SECTION 335(1) CCC

Incident #18-23571 
1. ARSON - DAMAGE TO PROPERTY SECTION 434 CCC X 3  

Incident #18-23572 
1. ARSON - DAMAGE TO PROPERTY - SECTION 434 CCC 
2. POSSESSION OVER $5,000 - SECTION 355(A) CCC
3. MISCHIEF OVER $5000 - SECTION 430(3) CCC
4. THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE - SECTION 333.1 CCC

Incident #18-23730
1. POSSESSION OVER $5,000.00 SECTION 355(A) CCC
2. THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE SECTION 333.1 CCC

Incident #18-24602
1. OCCUPY STOLEN MOTOR VEHICLE - SECTION 335(1) CCC 
2. OBSTRUCT POLICE OFFICER ? SECTION 129(A) CCC
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June 20, 2018

Inc#18-23572

Brantford Police Service is currently investigating a series of incidents that occurred during the evening of June 19, 2018 in the East end of the City. 

At approximately 6:00 p.m. Brantford Police Service received a call about a suspicious vehicle on Elgin Street.   Community Patrol Officers attended to the area where they observed the vehicle.  The vehicle was identified as being reported stolen and was involved in a theft of gas at a local gas station.  Officers approached the vehicle where they observed two occupants in the front seat of the vehicle.  The driver proceeded to ram a marked police vehicle and fled the scene at a high rate of speed.   Shortly after dealing with the vehicle Brantford Police Service received a report of three vehicles that had been set on fire on Abbott Court.

Brantford Police Service received further information that a suspicious vehicle had been seen around the area of the Lynden Park Mall.  Community Patrol Officers attended and investigation revealed that another vehicle had been stolen from the parking lot and was seen leaving East Bound on Lynden Road.    Officers observed smoke coming from a vehicle fire on Bodine Drive and discovered that the original stolen vehicle had been set on fire.  The latest stolen vehicle was seen entering a set of train tracks of off Lynden Road.  A report was received that the stolen vehicle had been struck by a train and the two occupants had fled the area on foot.  Officers attended to the area and with the assistance from the OPP K9 a track was conducted.  During the track it was discovered that the two suspects had stolen another vehicle from a property located on McMillian Road and fled the area.
 
Brantford Police Service has identified two people of interest and is currently investigating this string of events and is requesting anyone with information to contact us 519-756-0113.    

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.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=251

Jun 28, 2018

Incident#18-22647

The Branford Police Service is requesting the public?s assistance in identifying a male in the below photograph. 

The male is described as a white male, in his 40?s, approximately 6? tall, brown/grey short hair, clean shaven, wearing a grey tee shirt, blue jeans and dark framed glasses.  The male was last seen operating a motor vehicle described as a white, Ford Escape with tinted windows. 

We are seeking the identity of this man as we believe he may have information which would be helpful to an investigation.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-0113 X2235.

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Jun 20, 2018

Inc#18-23572

Brantford Police Service is currently investigating a series of incidents that occurred during the evening of June 19, 2018 in the East end of the City. 

At approximately 6:00 p.m. Brantford Police Service received a call about a suspicious vehicle on Elgin Street.   Community Patrol Officers attended to the area where they observed the vehicle.  The vehicle was identified as being reported stolen and was involved in a theft of gas at a local gas station.  Officers approached the vehicle where they observed two occupants in the front seat of the vehicle.  The driver proceeded to ram a marked police vehicle and fled the scene at a high rate of speed.   Shortly after dealing with the vehicle Brantford Police Service received a report of three vehicles that had been set on fire on Abbott Court.

Brantford Police Service received further information that a suspicious vehicle had been seen around the area of the Lynden Park Mall.  Community Patrol Officers attended and investigation revealed that another vehicle had been stolen from the parking lot and was seen leaving East Bound on Lynden Road.    Officers observed smoke coming from a vehicle fire on Bodine Drive and discovered that the original stolen vehicle had been set on fire.  The latest stolen vehicle was seen entering a set of train tracks of off Lynden Road.  A report was received that the stolen vehicle had been struck by a train and the two occupants had fled the area on foot.  Officers attended to the area and with the assistance from the OPP K9 a track was conducted.  During the track it was discovered that the two suspects had stolen another vehicle from a property located on McMillian Road and fled the area.
 
Brantford Police Service has identified two people of interest and is currently investigating this string of events and is requesting anyone with information to contact us 519-756-0113.    

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.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=251

Jun 15, 2018

UPDATE
It has been confirmed that a construction crew performing road work hit a natural gas line during excavation in the Banbury Rd. area.
Union Gas, Brantford Fire Department, and Brantford Police Service are on scene.  Homes in the immediate area have been evacuated as a precaution.
The area is safe and gas has been turned off.  Repairs are underway.
Further information will be sent out when residents can return to their homes and the relighting of natural gas appliances can begin.

ORIGINAL

On Friday June 15, 2018 at approximately 0820 AM Brantford Police Service were contacted by Brantford Fire Department about a gas leak in the 100 block of Banbury Road.
The leak may have occurred during construction.
With the assistance of Brantford Transit, Brantford Police Service and Brantford Fire Department evacuated numerous persons with the area.
Victim Services of Brant attended to assist as well. 
Police are requesting that persons do not attend within the Brantwood Park Road and Banbury Road area.
Emergency services and Union Gas are on scene.  It is anticipated this incident will be contained within a few hours.

May 30, 2018

May 30, 2018

Type:  Impaired             
Incident: 18-20416
Location: Clarence Street
Incident: On Wednesday May 30, 2018 just before 4:00 a.m. Community Patrol Officers observed a vehicle travelling on Clarence Street.  Officers observed the vehicle fail to stop for a red traffic light at Clarence Street and Colborne Street.  Officers performed a traffic stop and as the vehicle slowed and stopped it struck the curb.  Officers upon speaking to the female driver observed signs of impairment.  The driver was arrested and transported to the Brantford Police Service where she was to provide samples of her breath as required by law.  The accused samples were over twice the legal limit.  A 59 year old Tara woman is charged with Impaired Operation of Motor Vehicle and Operation of Motor Vehicle ? Over 80.  The driver?s licence was suspended for 90 days and her vehicle was impounded for 7 days.                        

Type:  Break and Enter ? Residential   
Incident: 18-20388
Location: Baldwin Ave      
Incident:  On Tuesday May 29, 2018 just before 9:30 p.m. Brantford Police Service received a 9-1-1 call from a residence on Baldwin Ave.  The resident contacted police after finding an unknown person in his residence.  The owner had located a person who had broken into his residence through the mudroom and when confronted fled the area on a bike.  Community Patrol Officers attended to the area and searched for the suspect.  The suspect is described as a white male, 30 to 40 years old, tall with a skinny build with short dark hair wearing a ball cap, a blue plaid shirt and pants.  Anyone with information is asked to contact police.                   
 
 

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