COVID-19 Reporting Violations and Inquiries
General Inquires
Any general inquiries regarding COVID-19 can be answered by contacting the City’s Customer Contact Center at 519-759-4150
To report a violation of the provincial or municipal orders, please complete this Online Form or call the City’s Customer Contact Center at 519-759-4150
Brantford Police Service – Public FAQ’s
As the situation related to COVID-19 continues to quickly evolve, the Brantford Police Service has been working closely with our City of Brantford Emergency Management partners in response to the COVID-19 pandemic including the County of Brant, Six Nations, Brant County Health Unit and the Brant Community Healthcare System.
We have been taking advice from public health officials and making decisions that balance our need to provide community safety with maintaining the health and safety of our members.
Policing personnel are conducting active screening, in the course of our duties, for potential risks of COVID-19 with everyone entering our police facility to ensure the safety and well-being of all other individuals.
Currently, there are no changes to our frontline operations.
Police Services
Q. How can I file a police report?
If you have an emergency – an immediate threat to life or property and/or risk to public safety – please call 911.
Non-emergencies can be reported by calling 519-756-0113.
Many incidents can be reported using our online reporting system http://www.brantfordpolice.ca such as Damage to Vehicle or Property under $5,000, Driving Complaints, Traffic Issues or Concerns, Graffiti, or Theft or Fraud Under $5,000.
Q. Can I go to the police station to make a report?
In an effort to protect the health and well-being of our members, we are asking members of the public to refrain from attending the station unless in an emergency situation. Please note that should you need to provide payment for services such as a vulnerable sector check, cash transactions are not being accepted at this time. Payment can be made via debit, mastercard or visa.
Q. How can I get a Criminal Record Check, a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check or a Vulnerable Sector Screening?
At this time due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our office is not accepting in-person applications for police checks or facilitating civilian fingerprints. During this time, we encourage all applicants to apply for police checks using the Online Police Background Records Check portal. This is located in the "Useful Links" box. All record checks that pass authentication will be automatically mailed out when completed.
Please note: If you are under the age of 21 or have limited credit history, you can still pay for and submit your application online to get the process started. If you fail to authenticate or require fingerprints, we will not be able to complete your application until the office is fully operational again. You may show your employer/volunteer organization your receipt, as proof of your application, and have them refer to our website for confirmation of our limited access.
Until further notice, previously submitted requests, will NOT be available for pick up. Exceptions will be made for those requiring a Vulnerable Sector Check under emergency circumstances.
NEW: Effective November 1, 2018, the new Police Records Check Reform Act is in effect. Due to changes imposed by the legislation, the Brantford Police Service will no longer accept and process police record checks for persons under the age of 18, UNLESS the applicant is applying for a position with a government agency (federal, provincial, or municipal). Eligible young persons must apply in person, not our on-line process.
Please note: you MUST be a current resident of the City of Brantford (taxes paid to the City of Brantford) and your address must be policed by the Brantford Police Service in order to apply through this Police Service. If you are unsure if you are eligible to apply through the Brantford Police Service, please call us at 519-756-0113 ext 3336 for verification as NO REFUNDS will be issued.
Information about Vulnerable Sector Checks can be found online at www.brantfordpolice.ca or by calling 519-756-0113.
Q. Can I pick up my property?
Please contact the Property Unit Clerks by calling 519-756-0113 ext. 2217 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m Monday to Friday regarding any questions you may have and to arrange a suitable time to pick up your property.
Q. I need to attend a Collision Reporting Centre, are they open?
Yes. However, the Collision Reporting Centre has amended hours of operation to 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday and are now closed on Saturdays until further notice.
Screening methods have been put in place to ensure the health and safety of the public and their employees. These may include instructing citizens to remain outside in their vehicles to await a CRC staff member, putting restrictions on who can attend, increased sanitization, not handling customer documents, and encouraging social distancing.
How are the Emergency Orders that are now in place to help slow the spread of COVID-19 enforced?
Contraventions of the Emergency Management and Civil Protections Act (EMPCA) and/or City of Brantford By-law violations will result in the attendance of a City By-law Officer or Brant County Health Unit Inspection Officer, supported by a member of Brantford Police Service or Ontario Provincial Police (if warranted).
Should the City of Brantford institute any additional by-laws, they will be enforced by the City of Brantford’s By-law Enforcement Officers and supported by Police, if warranted.
The severity of each infraction in relation to the potential risk to public health and the spread of COVID-19 will be considered when taking enforcement action. Consistent with existing enforcement approaches, a graduated approach to compliance will be implemented. This could include providing educational messaging or warnings to members of the public around the emergency orders and, if compliance is not obtained, the issuance of a ticket under the Part I of the Provincial Offences Act or a summons under Part III of the Act.
Complaints related to self-isolation or quarantine
On March 25, 2020 the Government of Canada invoked the Quarantine Act. This requires all travelers returning to Canada – with the exception of what the federal government is calling "essential workers” – enter a mandatory 14-day period of isolation, regardless of whether any symptoms of COVID-19 are present.
For concerns relating to returning travelers who are not self-isolating and who arrived on or after March 25, please contact Brant County Health Unit at 519-753-4937 and press '1'
Complaints related to the City of Brantford's face covering by-law
Effective July 17, 2020, wearing a face covering is required in all enclosed public indoor spaces in the City of Brantford, including all City of Brantford facilities and public transit.
For the purposes of this by-law a "face covering" is defined as a medical mask or non-medical mask or other face covering, including a bandana, scarf or other material that covers the nose, mouth and chin without gaping to create a barrier to limit the transmission of respiratory droplets.
To report a violation of the provincial or municipal orders, please complete this Online Form or call the City’s Customer Contact Center at 519-759-4150
For more information about what the City can enforce in priority order, please visit: http://www.Brantford.ca/covid19Violations
Complaints related to non-compliance with physical distancing guidelines on private property (e.g. grocery stores)
Physical distancing of being two metres (six feet) apart from another person is required to control the spread of COVID-19. People should avoid crowds and practice physical distance everywhere, including in open establishments, such as grocery stores.
For complaints relating to people not following the physical distance guideline on private property, please contact Brant County Health Unit at 519-753-4937 and press '1'.
For more information on how to practice physical distancing, visit the BCHU website at: https://www.bchu.org/coronavirus
Q. What is Social Distancing?
In order to decrease transmission of COVID-19, all residents are reminded to practice social distancing. This involves taking steps to minimize close contact with others, including:
•Avoiding crowded places and non-essential gatherings
•Avoiding common greetings, such as handshakes
•Limiting contact with people at higher risk (e.g. older adults and those in poor health)
•Keeping a distance of at least two arms lengths (approximately two metres or six feet) from others
•Washing hands and often touched spaces frequently
Please be mindful of the members of our community who are more vulnerable to COVID-19. Social distancing is proven to be one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of illness.
Q. What are Police
doing to ensure businesses and their property are being protected?
BPS remains committed to providing essential services throughout the community. We recognize that many businesses have temporarily closed due to COVID-19. As always, we will continue proactive patrols and respond to calls for service to ensure the safety and security of our community. If members of the public observe suspicious activity or individuals, near or close to a business, they are encouraged to call police immediately. Reporting crime and providing relevant information allows our investigators to identify suspects and solve crime.
Complaints regarding price gouging
The Province has both an online and telephone option for the public to report incidents of price gouging. Online reports can be made at: https://www.ontario.ca/form/report-price-gouging-related-covid-19 or, consumers can call Consumer Protection Ontario at 1-800-889-9768 between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm Monday to Friday.
Businesses who have additional questions
Companies and workplaces that have questions about the temporary closure of all non-essential workplaces related order can call Ontario’s Stop the Spread Business Information Line at 1-888-444-3659
For any other type of business, report your concerns to the City Online for call the City’s Customer Contact Center at 519-759-4150.
For more information about what the City can enforce in priority order, please visit: http://www.Brantford.ca/covid19Violations
Employee Concerns
If you have COVID-19 concerns or questions about your workplace or construction site, please call the Ministry of Labour’s Health and Safety Contact Centre at 1-877-202-0008
What should I do if someone comes to my house, calls me or sends a text asking for COVID-19 relief donations or is selling COVID-19 related products and services?
Brantford Police Services reminds the public to be extra vigilant when it comes to those trying to sell or provide products or services associated with COVID-19. Reliable, accurate and up-to-date information is provided through local public health officials. Anyone who believes they have been approached or contacted by someone who is misrepresenting themselves in an effort to sell goods or services should report this to Brantford Police online at http://www.brantfordpolice.ca
Staffing & Screening
Q. Are there enough police officers to keep the city safe?
Brantford Police Service members have been provided with the same direction as the public when it comes to travel, self-isolation, and self-monitoring.
It is not in the interest of community safety for us to disclose our exact deployment numbers but we can say, at this time, this direction has impacted an extremely small number of members and we have not had to make any changes to our frontline policing services.
Prior to COVID-19, the Brantford Police Service had plans in place to address staffing needs during a public crisis or emergency. These plans include repurposing of resources, modifying members’ shifts, and adjusting our service delivery model. All of these steps would allow us to maintain public safety and respond to emergency calls for service. We have not had to make these adjustments to date.
Q. Is the Brantford Police Service screening those in custody?
We will not speak to any specific cases but we can say that every person in police custody is screened at least three times: upon arrest, at the station, and again when they are transported to court by a supervisor. These screenings include such questions as: do you have symptoms, have you travelled, have you been quarantined, etc. We continue to work with our emergency management partners to ensure our screening is the most effective it can be in determining the well-being of people in our custody to prevent possible exposure to our members and those who work along side us in the justice system.
Regarding releasing people rather than remanding, if we can release someone from custody we will, but our priority is on the safety of the public. If necessary, we have and will continue to seek opportunities to limit exposure to those who are in custody and will remain so throughout the court process.
Enforcement Practices
Q. Has there been a reduction in crime or have police officers stopped making arrests?
There has been no change in the operational direction provided to our members.
We are not experiencing a significant change to our calls for service, however; we are asking the public to please not call 9-1-1 unless there is an immediate threat to life or property. Any questions related to COVID-19 should be directed to local public health officials and/or the City’s COVID-19 line at 519-759-4150. To report a violation of the provincial or municipal orders, please complete this Online Form
Q. Why do I have to identify myself?
On March 31, 2020, the Government of Ontario made changes that require an individual to identify themselves at the request of a police officer, if there are reasonable grounds to believe the individual is violating an emergency order.
City of Brantford Bylaw Officers and Brant County Health Unit staff continue to lead with monitoring and providing information and education to non-compliant individuals and businesses. The Brantford Police Service will assist with these enforcement efforts, when necessary. This includes visiting establishments that have not complied with the provincial directive and, under each circumstance, using officer discretion to determine the proper action.
There are various options of enforcement, ranging in severity from a $750 ticket to a summons, which upon conviction can result in fines from $100,000 for individuals to $10 million for businesses, to arrests and criminal charges of Obstruct Police.
You are required to identify yourself once the officer has reasonable grounds to lay a charge so the officer can properly issue you a ticket or summons, whichever they deem necessary.
Q. What is the role of the Police?
The role of the police during a pandemic or emergency situation continues to be focused on ensuring public safety, providing public information and education, and enforcing the law in a thoughtful manner. Municipal, provincial, or federal governments may invoke legislation that, in some cases, provides the police with new powers of authority for a defined period of time, usually until the problem being addressed is resolved.
Complaints received by the police about groups or establishments breaching various orders could involve, but are not necessarily limited to, the following actions:
•Receive and assess the complaint to determine if there is a violation of any legislation and/or regulations and if police, public health officials or other entities (such as bylaw officers) are required.
•If a violation of the legislation and/or regulations has been assessed, charges may be laid. However, emphasis is being placed on education to ensure compliance. Enforcement is generally considered as a last resort and is likely to be focused on repeat offenders.
•If a party is found to be guilty of an offence, they could be subject to fines and/or jail time depending on the legislation.
When it comes to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is possible that the police may be called upon to enforce new authorities that have been invoked by various levels of government. There are numerous discussions taking place across the country to determine the best approach to this evolving situation.
Q. How do I find more information about COVID-19?
Ontario has launched a dedicated web page to provide up to date public information with a summary of data from Public Health Ontario that offers expanded information every day at 10:30 a.m. https://covid-19.ontario.ca/
For local information, please visit the Brant County Health Unit website, undated daily at 11am: http://www.bchu.org
Ontario’s COVID-19 Self-Assessment Tool: https://www.ontario.ca/page/2019-novel-coronavirus
Last Update: September 21, 2020
Two Arrested After Convenience Store Robbery
Incident # 20-45403 / 45422 / 45424
On Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at approximately 6:45 p.m., Brantford Police Service responded to a 9-1-1 call regarding a robbery at a convenience store located near Erie Ave and Gladstone Ave.
A male and female entered the store and attempted to shoplift
several items. After being confronted by the store clerk for shoplifting, the
female brandished a firearm and the two suspects fled the scene on bicycles. Individuals
in the store were unharmed.
During the incident, the male’s face was exposed and police were
able to successfully identify the suspects from images obtained on surveillance
video.
At approximately 11:40 p.m. that evening, the two suspects were
located and placed under arrest. Upon arrest, the firearm utilized in the
incident, a CO2 BB air pistol, was located and seized by police.
As a result of the investigation a 41-year-old female of no fixed address, who was wanted on several outstanding warrants, was charged with:
- Pointing a Firearm
- Weapons Dangerous
- Concealed Weapon
- Robbery with a Firearm
Additionally, a 47-year-old male from Brantford was charged with:
- Robbery and Failure to Comply with Release Order
The two individuals were held for bail.
Crime Brief: November 17, 2020
Type: Weapons and Narcotics
Incident: 20-45190
Location: Morton Avenue
Synopsis:
On Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at approximately 1 a.m., members of the Brantford Police Service conducted a traffic stop in the area of Morton Ave and West Street.
During the investigation, it was revealed that the license plate affixed to the vehicle was registered to a different vehicle and did not belong to the driver. The driver was also operating the motor vehicle with a suspended license.
Upon investigation, it was determined that the subject was also bound by prohibition orders not to possess firearms. Further investigation revealed a quantity of illegal narcotics, a semi-automatic firearm and ammunition within the vehicle.
As a result of the investigation, the following items were seized:
- 2.4 grams (approx.) of fentanyl
- 9.5 grams (approx.)of crystal methamphetamine
- A semi-automatic firearm with ammunition
- Canadian Currency
As such, a 32-year-old male from Brantford is charged with the following offences:
- Drive while Under Suspension under the Highway Traffic Act
- Use of Plates Not Authorized under the Highway Traffic Act
- Unauthorized Possession of Motor Vehicle under the Highway Traffic Act
- Unauthorized Possession of a firearm under the Criminal Code of Canada
- Possession of a Prohibited Device under the Criminal Code of Canada
- Possession of Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition under the Criminal Code of Canada
- Careless Storage of a Firearm under the Criminal Code of Canada
- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm under the Criminal Code of Canada
- Possession Contrary to Order x3 under the Criminal Code of Canada
- Possession for the Purpose x2 under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
Type: Assault / Weapons
Incident: 20-45136
Location: Sherwood Drive
Synopsis:
On Monday, November 16, 2020 at approximately 4:30 p.m. Brantford Police Service received a 9-1-1 call to advise of an altercation in progress in the area of Sherwood Drive involving a male reported to be violent and in possession of a large knife.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers located the suspect male in the parking lot, who was wanted on an existing warrant.
As a result of the investigation, multiple knives were seized and a 46-year-old male from Brantford was arrested and charged with the following under the Criminal Code of Canada:
- Assault
- Assault with a Weapon
- Uttering Threats
- Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose;
The accused was held for bail.
Type: Weapons
Incident: 20-44917
Location: Usher Street
Synopsis:
On Sunday, November 15, 2020 at approximately 8:15 a.m., Brantford Police Service received a report of a male walking in the area of Usher Street with a handgun.
Officers attended the area, located the male, who was in possession of a loaded firearm, and placed him under arrest at approximately 8:20 a.m. Investigation also revealed that the individual was bound by, and was in breech of, a probation order.
As a result of the investigation, a loaded firearm was seized and a 27-year-old male of no fixed address was charged with the following under the Criminal Code of Canada:
- Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
- Carrying Firearm in Unsafe Manner
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
- Carrying a Concealed Weapon
- Careless use of Firearm, Weapon, Ammunition
- Possession of a Prohibited or restricted Firearm with Ammunition
- Failure to Comply with Probation Order
Type: Weapons
Incident: 20-43729
Location: Maitland Street
Synopsis:
On Friday, November 6, 2020 at approximately 8:47 p.m., Brantford Police Service received a 9-1-1 call to report a male had sustained a self-inflicted gunshot wound in a residence in the area of Maitland Street and Grey Street.
Brantford Police Officers and Emergency Medical Services attended the area, where a male suffering a serious firearm injury to his hand was located. The male received medical attention and was transported to hospital.
Upon investigation officers located and recovered a 12 gauge shotgun which was previously reported stolen along with ammunition.
As a result of the investigation, a 40-year-old male from Brantford was arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada:
- Careless use of Firearm
- Unauthorized Possession of Firearm and Ammunition
- Careless Storage of a Firearm
- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
- Possession of a Prohibited Firearm
- Possession of Firearm Contrary to Order
- Possession of Ammunition contrary to Order
- Breach of Court Order
- Possession of Stolen Property Obtained by Crime
PSD SCOUT RETIRES
One of the first Police Service Dogs (PSD) to serve with Brantford Police Service, Scout #349 has retired from service effective November 10, 2020. PSD Scout commenced his career with the Brantford Police Service on June 19, 2014.
The Brantford Police Service’s first Canine Unit was formed in the fall of 2013 with two PSD’s – Scout and Ranger. Training commenced and the Canine Unit became operational in the spring of 2014. Unfortunately, due to an injury, PSD Ranger retired in January of 2018.
PSD Scout was assigned to Constable Kari Drake and the two have been assisting the Brantford Police Service, the community, and partnering Police Services for over six years. The skill and abilities this team have demonstrated during that time have received accolades and commendations from across the entire PSD community, making Scout and Sgt Drake highly respected within this field.
Highlights of Scout’s distinguished career with the Brantford Police Service include:
- Numerous successful incidents with regard to tracking/area searches for armed suspects involved in homicides, shootings, stabbings, robberies, and serious assaults.
- Numerous arrests/apprehensions of violent and armed individuals. During one incident in particular, Scout and his handler, Sergeant Kari Drake were credited with preserving the lives of Waterloo Regional Police Service Emergency Response Unit members. This occurred during a search for an armed homicide suspect with a shot fired.
- A number of large scale multi-jurisdictional projects including, but not limited to:
- Project RX/BATTERY (Toronto Police Service)
- Project COLLECTEUR (RCMP)
- Project KRAKEN (Toronto Police Service)
- Project SINDICATO (York Regional Police Service) and
- Project CARBON (Brantford Police Service)
- Successful investigations involving the detection of numerous firearms, illegal substances, and millions of dollars in Canadian currency classified as proceeds of crime.
- Successful tracking of a number of lost/vulnerable persons during ground searches. All searches ensured lost person(s) were reunited safely with their loved ones.
Scout is still in great health and is happy living with his handler, Sergeant Kari Drake.
On behalf of all of us at BPS, we thank Scout for his service and wish him a long and happy retirement.
LOCATED - MISSING PERSON: Brayden RILEY
UPDATE:
Brantford Police Service would like to advise that missing youth, Brayden Riley has been located and wish to thank members of the public for their concern and assistance in this investigation.
ORIGINAL RELEASE:
November 12, 2020
Incident #20-43307 / 20-44374
Investigators from the Brantford Police Service are seeking assistance from the public in locating a missing male.
15 year old Brayden RILEY was reported missing on November 11, 2020. He was last seen in the area of Allenby Ave.
Brayden RILEY is described as 5’8”, 120 lbs with shaggy black hair and was last seen wearing black track pants, yellow shoes, a green coat with a fur collar and a black and green baseball ball cap.
Police and family are concerned for Brayden’s safety. Anyone with information is asked to call the Brantford Police Service at (519) 756-7050.
OVER $165,000 IN ILLEGAL DRUGS SEIZED FROM STREET CRIME UNIT ARREST
Incident # 20-44653
On Friday, November 13, 2020, members of the Brantford Police Service Street Crime Unit and the Major Crime Unit entered into a firearms investigation. As a result of the investigation a Criminal Code search warrant had been obtained and executed at a residence on Wayne Drive in the City of Brantford with the assistance of the Brantford Police Emergency Response Team, Canine Unit, and uniformed members of the Brantford Police Service.
During the search of the residence officers seized a quantity of cocaine, crack cocaine, and methamphetamine, a restricted firearm with ammunition, and a quantity of cash and other offence related property. The following items were seized:
- 593 grams (approx.) of suspected cocaine with an approximate street value of $59,320
- 25 grams (approx.) of suspected crack cocaine with an approximate street value of $2,510
- 22.6 grams (approx.) of suspected methamphetamine with an approximate street value of $3,390
- 5,683 grams (approx.) of suspected cannabis with an approx. street value of $56,830
- 4,347 grams (approx.) of suspected cannabis edibles with an approx. street value of $43,470
The total estimated street value of drugs seized from the investigation is $165,520.
As a result of this investigation, a 34 year old male from Brantford has been charged with the following:
- Possession for the Purposes of Trafficking x3
- Possession of Cannabis for the Purposes of Distribution
- Unauthorized Possession of a Restricted Firearm
- Possession of a Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Restricted Firearm
- Careless Storage of a Firearm
- Careless Storage of Ammunition
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
The accused has been held for a bail hearing.
Anyone with information on any other drug-related activities is asked to contact the Street Crime Unit of the Brantford Police Service 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
UPDATE - BPS Seek Suspects in Hotel Shooting
UPDATE - Incident # 20-43759
Members of the Brantford Police Major Crime Unit and Street Crime Unit continue to investigate a shooting that occurred in the early morning hours of Saturday, November 7th 2020.
At approximately 12:30 a.m., police responded to a report of shots fired at the Comfort Inn on King George Road. Upon arrival, police learned that four male suspects arrived at the hotel in a vehicle and subsequently fired multiple shots into a ground level room. The suspects fled the scene in a silver 4 door vehicle, travelling northbound on King George Road.
No one was injured in the shooting and police believe it to be a targeted event.
Police are asking anyone who may have been in the King George Road area around the time of the incident and may have observed the vehicle or have dash camera video to contact them.
Brantford Police are working alongside the Toronto Police to investigate any possible links between this shooting and the shooting of four victims later that same day on Stong Court in the Jane St. and Finch Ave. area of Toronto that has tragically left a 12 year old boy fighting for his life. Two arrests have been made in that case, and three loaded firearms recovered.
Anyone with information that may assist in the investigation is asked to contact Detective Jeff Cotter at 519-756-7050 ext 2271. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant-Brantford Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Alternatively a web tip can be submitted at https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=251
Incident #20-43759
November 7, 2020
On Saturday, November 7, 2020 at approximately 12:30 a.m. a 9-1-1 call was received to report gun shots fired at a hotel located King George Road and Wood Street.
Officers attended to secure the area and conduct an investigation.
The investigation is in the early stages however, it is believed that four male suspects arrived and released gunfire into a room from the exterior of the hotel. The hotel room was occupied at the time of the incident, fortunately the sole occupant of the room was unharmed.
Investigators are seeking four male suspects dressed in dark coloured clothing who fled the area in a light coloured, four door sedan. The suspect vehicle was last seen heading north bound on King George Road.
This incident is believed to be targeted.
Anyone with information or surveillance video from the area is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service Major Crimes Unit at 519-756-0113. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant-Brantford Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Alternatively, a web tip can be submitted at https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=251
"Public Safety in Partnership with Our Community”
Drug Seizure and Trafficking Charges
Incident
20-44044
On Monday, November 9, 2020 at approximately 12:20 am, Brantford Police Service received a 9-1-1 call to report an elderly male in medical distress at a residence in the area of East Avenue.
Officers attended the scene to check on the well-being of occupants. All appeared in order within the residence with no occupants found in medical distress.
Upon arrival, officers observed a male attempting to flee police. Investigation revealed that this individual was subject to a court ordered recognizance and two court ordered probation orders. The male was located in breach of conditions of these orders.
Further investigation found the male in possession of the following items, which were seized by officers:
As a result of the investigation, a 19 year old male from Ohsweken is charged with the following:
The accused is currently being held for bail.
Anyone with information regarding this matter or any other drug-related activities is asked to contact the Street Crime Unit of the Brantford Police Service 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
On Monday, November 9, 2020 at approximately 12:20 am, Brantford Police Service received a 9-1-1 call to report an elderly male in medical distress at a residence in the area of East Avenue.
Officers attended the scene to check on the well-being of occupants. All appeared in order within the residence with no occupants found in medical distress.
Upon arrival, officers observed a male attempting to flee police. Investigation revealed that this individual was subject to a court ordered recognizance and two court ordered probation orders. The male was located in breach of conditions of these orders.
Further investigation found the male in possession of the following items, which were seized by officers:
- 8.2 grams (approx.) of cocaine with an approximate street value of $820
- 4 percoset pills with an approximate street value of $20
- Approximately $3700 in Canadian currency
As a result of the investigation, a 19 year old male from Ohsweken is charged with the following:
- Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act x 2
- Breech of judicial release order contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada
- Breech of probation contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada and
- Possession of property obtained by crime under the Criminal Code of Canada
The accused is currently being held for bail.
Anyone with information regarding this matter or any other drug-related activities is asked to contact the Street Crime Unit of the Brantford Police Service 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
"Public Safety in
Partnership with our Community”
BPS Continue to Investigate Train Fatality
Incident #20-43964 - UPDATE
BPS would like to advise the public that the deceased male has now been identified. Police will not be releasing the identity of this individual out of respect for the family.
As the investigation continues, police are looking to hear from anyone who may have information or happened to be in the vicinity of the rail tracks at Usher Street between the hours of 11:00 pm Saturday, November 7, 2020 and 10:30 am Sunday, November 8, 2020.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Brantford Police Service at 519-756-0113 or Brant-Brantford Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Alternatively, anonymous a web tip can be submitted at https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=251
Original Release - November 8, 2020
Just before 10:30 a.m. this morning Brantford Police responded along with fire and ambulance to the area of the CN rail tracks on Usher Street, Brantford for a report of an individual struck by a train.
Upon arrival, a male was located and pronounced deceased at the scene. The Brantford Police traffic section and Criminal Investigation Section are currently working with CN Police to investigate the incident and anticipate being on scene for the next few hours.
Police have yet to identify the individual at this time and have no additional information.
A follow up media release will be made available once more information is known. Police ask that members of the public stay out of the area at this time.
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Missing Person LOCATED: Jasmine Lapin
Incident #20-43266
UPDATE - Missing Person Located
The Brantford Police Service would like to advise that missing person Jasmine LAPIN has been located. Thank you to those who assisted in the investigation.
Original Release - November 4, 2020
Investigators from the Brantford Police Service are seeking assistance from the public in locating a missing female.
14 year old Jasmine LAPIN was reported missing on November 3, 2020. She was last seen in the area of Gladstone Ave.
Jasmine LAPIN is described as 5’4”, 105 lbs with shoulder length brown hair and brown eyes and was last seen wearing grey leggings with light grey stripe, a white pair of Fila brand running shoes and a red plaid jacket.
Police and family are concerned for her well-being. Anyone with information is asked to call the Brantford Police Service at (519) 756-7050.
