COVID-19: Reporting Violations and Inquiries
General Inquires
Brantford Police Service – Public FAQ’s
Police Services
Q. How can I file a police report?
Q. Can I go to the police station to make a report?
Q. How can I get a Criminal Record Check, a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check or a Vulnerable Sector Screening?
Q. Can I pick up my property?
Q. I need to attend a Collision Reporting Centre, are they open?
Q. How are the Emergency Orders that are now in place to help slow the spread of COVID-19 enforced?
Complaints related to self-isolation or quarantine
Complaints related to non-compliance with physical distancing guidelines on private property (e.g. grocery stores)
Q. What is Social Distancing?
- 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
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
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
Q. 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?
Staffing & Screening
Q. Are there enough police officers to keep the city safe?
Q. Is the Brantford Police Service screening those in custody?
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.
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.
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/
Street Crime Unit Drug and Weapon Seizure
- 195 grams (approx.) of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $19,500
- Prescription medication of an estimated street value of $200
- Canadian Currency
- Money counting machine
- Prohibited weapons
- Weighing scales and drug packaging

- Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act x2
- Flight from police contrary to the Criminal Code
- Possession of a prohibited weapon contrary to the Criminal Code
- Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
40-year-old Brantford Male Arrested in Drug Trafficking Investigation
Incident 21-7206
On Monday, March 1, 2021, members of the Brantford Police Service concluded an ongoing drug trafficking investigation and have arrested a 40-year-old male from Brantford on drug related charges.
Officers received judicial authorization to enter and search a dwelling located on Buffalo Street, Brantford. In the evening hours of March 1, 2021, members of the Brantford Police Service executed the search warrant, arresting one individual and seized a quantity of illegal drugs.
As a result of the search, the following items were seized:
- 4.15 grams (approx.) of suspected Heroin with an estimated street value of $1,425
- 6.16 grams (approx.) of suspected Fentanyl with an estimated street value of $1,540
- 1.55 grams (approx.) of suspected Methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $232
- 0.31 grams (approx.) of Cocaine with an estimated street value of $31
- Prescription drugs with an estimated street value of $315.00
- 15.7 grams (approx.) of Cannabis with an estimated street value of $157.00
- Canadian currency
- Drug paraphernalia
- Weapons - replica firearm and knives
As a result of the investigation, a 40-year-old male from Brantford is charged with the following:
- Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking x 6 under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- Possession of cannabis for the purpose of selling, under the Cannabis Substances Act
The accused has been held for bail.
Anyone with information related to illegal drug 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
CRIME BRIEF: February 25, 2021
- Impaired Operation
- 80 Plus
- Operation while impaired contrary to the Criminal Code
- Possession of Stolen Goods under $5000 contrary to the Criminal Code
- Take motor vehicle without consent contrary to the Criminal Code
- Operation while prohibited contrary to the Criminal Code
- Fail to stop after accident contrary to the Criminal Code
- Fail to comply with Judicial Release contrary to the Criminal Code
- Fail to comply with Judicial Release contrary to the Criminal Code
- Breach of probation contrary to the Criminal Code
- Drive while under suspension contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
- Impaired Operation
- 80 Plus
- Operation While Impaired
- 80 Plus
BPS Street Crime Unit Arrest Three for Drug Trafficking Charges
- 70 grams (approx.) of cocaine (suspected) with an estimated street value of $7000
- Various prescription medication
- Canadian Currency
- A prohibited weapon
- Weighing scales and drug packaging
- Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking x 3 under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- Possession of a prohibited weapon under the Criminal Code
- Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking x 3 under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- Possession of a prohibited weapon under the Criminal Code
- Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking x 3 under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- Possession of a prohibited weapon under the Criminal Code

60-year-old Brantford Man Arrested For Child Pornography Related Offences
Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Exploitation on the Internet
Internet Safety Tips
These simple tips can help the youngest members of your family stay safe online:
- Consider creating an internet contract with your child and have all parties sign it.
- Let your child know that you will be monitoring their online activities.
- Reinforce the fact that not everyone is who they say they are online.
- Discuss how pictures should not be sent or posted online without parental permission.
- Discuss sharing personal information online; never share their password with anyone other than their parents. Review the risks of personal information being misused online.
- Use only child-safe search engines such as: www.askkids.com www.kidsyahoo.com or www.kidsclick.org
- Encourage your child to trust in their instincts and stop, block, and tell if they are uncomfortable.
- Talk to your child about the consequences of being involved in any incidents that include cyberbullying, sexting, etc.
- Make sure your child understands that they can talk to you about anything on the internet.
As a parent, what can you do?
- Place your child’s computer in a common area. Set expectations for your child’s online and cell phone activities.
- Monitor your child’s activities online. Ask your child to show you what they are doing online, and be aware of whom they are talking to.
- Retrieve your child’s login information, e-mail addresses and password.
- If your child joins any social networking or gaming sites, help them create their online profile. Remember to only fill in information that is necessary and leave out any revealing information.
- Monitor ALL webcam use, and any posting or exchanging of pictures online.
- Do not allow your child to communicate in chat rooms.
- Use filtering software on computers.
- Communicate openly with your child. Encourage them to report any situation or information that makes them feel uncomfortable.
- Be aware of signs that your child may be in trouble:
- They quickly turn the computer or phone off when you walk into the room.
- Your child seems worried, withdrawn or depressed.
- Your child contacts, or is contacted by a person you do not know.
- If your child is being harassed or threatened, save the evidence and contact the police.
Additional Online Safety Resources
- Safe Kids Canada www.safekidscanada.com
- Cyber Tip www.cybertip.com
- Be Web Aware www.bewebaware.ca
- Kids in the Know www.kidsintheknow.ca
- Canadian Centre of Child Protection www.protectchildren.ca
Crime Brief: February 19, 2021
- Failure to Comply with Undertaking
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Carrying Concealed Weapon
- Drive Vehicle with Cannabis Readily Available
- Possessing Counterfeit Money
- 7 grams (approx.) of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $712
- 38.5 grams (approx.) suspected crack cocaine with an estimated street value of $3850
- 9.9 grams (approx.) of suspected fentanyl with an estimated street value of $4120
- 2 bottles of methadone with an estimated street value of $200
- Canadian currency
- Multiple cellphones, an electronic weight scale and drug paraphernalia
- Possession for the Purpose Schedule 1- X 4 under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and,
- Failure to Comply with Undertaking under the Criminal Code
- Possession for the Purpose Schedule 1 under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, and
- Driving While Under Suspension under the Highway Traffic Act
- Possession of Stolen Property Under $5000 – under the Criminal Code
- Drive motor vehicle - no license - under the Highway Traffic Act
- Use plate not authorized for motor vehicle – under the Highway Traffic Act
- Drive motor vehicle, no validation on plate – under the Highway Traffic Act
- Operate a motor vehicle without insurance - under the Canadian Automobile Insurance Act
Criminal Negligence Causing Death Charges Laid
On Friday, February 12, 2021 Brantford Police entered into an investigation relating to the death of a young child inside a city residence. Due to the circumstances surrounding the death, members with the Brantford Police Service Major Crime Unit and Forensic Identification Services were called in to lead the investigation.
Officers worked with the Coroner’s Office and Center of Forensic Sciences to assist in determining the cause of death. As a result of the investigation, police have charged two relatives of the child with Criminal Negligence Causing Death.
Due to a publication ban, police are unable to release further details at this time.
Public Safety in Partnership with our Community
Public Safety - Drug Awareness
If you think someone is suffering from a drug overdose, call 9-1-1- immediately. If available give the person Naloxone. Naloxone is an emergency medication that temporarily 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 and be treated by Emergency Medical Services. If you yourself have taken drugs or have drugs on you, the Good Samaritan Law can protect you.
While the BPS advises against using illicit drugs, people who choose to use them should:
- Never use alone
- Start with a small amount
- Do 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 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 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.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=251
BPS Warn Residents about CRA Phone Scam
TIPS:
- DO NOT provide personal information (e.g. Social Insurance Number, passport number, banking information or credit card numbers) over the phone unless you placed the call and you know for certain who you are speaking to.
- Accredited businesses and Government Agencies will never ask for payment using gift cards or bitcoin.
- If you suspect it is a scam, it may be - just hang up. Conduct your own research to determine validity.
- Never wire money based on a request made over the phone or in an email, especially overseas.
- Resist the pressure to act quickly, if the offer is too good to be true, it probably is.
- Consider adding your phone number to the Nation Do Not Call List: www.Innte-dncl.gc.ca/index-eng
- Consult with someone you trust before agreeing to provide large sums of money to anyone.
- DO NOT write down passwords and carry them with you.