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.
Q. 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'
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
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?
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.
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: December 29, 2020
Public reminded to celebrate responsibly and comply with COVID-19 restrictions this New Year's Eve
With the current increase of cases of COVID-19 within Brantford and across Ontario, numerous restrictions have been implemented to limit the spread of the virus.
Effective Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, at 12:01 a.m. a province-wide shutdown was initiated for all of Ontario.
In addition to the Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere Program (RIDE) the Brantford Police Service is working collaboratively with our municipal partners in by-law enforcement and the Brant County Health Unit to ensure the safety of our community in regards to COVID-19 Emergency Order infractions.
Under the COVID-19 Emergency Orders, no indoor organized public events or social gatherings of persons from outside the same household are permitted (with some specific exemptions):
- Individuals who live alone may consider having exclusive, close contact with another household to reduce the negative impacts of social isolation.
- Limit of 10 individuals for outdoor organized public events and social gatherings (must comply with public health advice on social distancing)
- Weddings, funerals and other religious services, rites or ceremonies where physical distance can be maintained have a limit of 10 people indoors or outdoors
Each attendee / organizer can be fined in accordance with the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act.
- Individuals violating the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act are subject to a set fine of $880.
- Individuals planning or organizing gatherings with persons outside their immediate household are subject to a set fine of $10,000.
Members of the public are reminded of the need to comply with COVID-19 safety measures including physical distancing, hand cleaning, and the proper wearing of facial / mouth coverings.
For more information from the Province of Ontario on the COVID- 19 Grey Zone – Shutdown protocols click here: MOH - Ontario Wide Shutdown 2020-12-21 V2b
Reporting COVID-19 Violations:
COVID-19 related violations can be reported by emailing covidviolations@brantford.ca or calling the City’s Customer Contact Centre at 519-759-4150
Do not call 911 or visit the station if you have COIVD-19-related questions — 911 is for critical situations and emergencies only.
For any COVID-19-related questions, please call 519-759-4150 or email covidviolations@brantford.ca or the Brant County Health Unit at 519-753-4937 or covid19@bchu.org
MALE CHARGED WITH ASSAULT, MISCHIEF AND CONTRAVENTIONS UNDER THE REOPENING ONTARIO ACT
Incident #
20-49779, 20-49744
At approximately 9:50 a.m. on December 23, 2020
officers with the Brantford Police Service received a report of an
individual within a retail location located at Henry Street and Wayne Gretzky
Parkway who assaulted a store employee after being asked to wear a face
covering.
When reminded that wearing a face covering within the retail location is mandatory under the Reopening Ontario Act, the accused male physically assaulted the store employee and then fled.
At approximately 1:30 p.m. on December 23, 2020, officers with the Brantford Police Service received an additional report of an individual within a retail location on Lynden Road who assaulted a store employee after being asked to wear a face covering.
The accused male became confrontational and belligerent towards the store employee after being asked to wear a face covering. Upon being asked to leave the store, the accused threw merchandise at the store associate.
Officers confirmed the same male was responsible for both incidents.
As a result of the investigation, a 25 year old male from Brantford, stands charged with the following:
When reminded that wearing a face covering within the retail location is mandatory under the Reopening Ontario Act, the accused male physically assaulted the store employee and then fled.
At approximately 1:30 p.m. on December 23, 2020, officers with the Brantford Police Service received an additional report of an individual within a retail location on Lynden Road who assaulted a store employee after being asked to wear a face covering.
The accused male became confrontational and belligerent towards the store employee after being asked to wear a face covering. Upon being asked to leave the store, the accused threw merchandise at the store associate.
Officers confirmed the same male was responsible for both incidents.
As a result of the investigation, a 25 year old male from Brantford, stands charged with the following:
- Assault X 2 under the Criminal Code
- Mischief under $5,000 under the Criminal Code and,
- Fail to comply with a continued section 7.0.2 order under the Reopening Ontario Act
During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Brantford Police Service
would like to remind the public that under the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible
Response to COVID-19) Act, 2020, businesses or organizations must ensure
that masks or face coverings are worn by any person (including members of the
public and workers) in the indoor area of the business or organization, with
limited exceptions.
To report a violation of COVID-19 provincial or municipal orders in Brantford, please visit Brantford.ca to access the online form or call the City’s Customer Contact Centre at 519-759-4150.
"Public Safety in Partnership with our Community”
UPDATE - BPS Charge Three Suspects in Hotel Shooting
Incident # 20-43759
Members of the Brantford Police Major Crime Unit have charged three men in relation to a shooting that occurred in the early morning hours of Saturday, November 7, 2020.
At approximately 12:30 a.m. on November 7, 2020, 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.
No one was injured in the shooting, and police believe it to be a targeted event.
Early in the investigation, links were investigated between this incident and the shooting of four victims later that same day on Stong Court in the Jane St. and Finch Ave. area of Toronto, which tragically claimed the life of a 12 year old boy. Evidence gathered through police investigation does connect the accused parties to be involved in both shooting incidents. BPS Major Crime Unit would like to thank members of the Toronto Police Guns and Gangs Unit and Toronto Police Homicide Unit for their assistance with this investigation.
As a result of police investigation, Jahwayne Genisis SMART, 25, of Toronto, stands charged with:
- Attempt to Commit Murder X 2
- Discharging Firearm with Intent to Wound X 2
- Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
- Possession Firearm Contrary to Order
- Occupy Motor Vehicle with Firearm
- Theft under $5000
As a result of police investigation, Rashawn CHAMBERS, 24, of Brantford, stands charged with:
- Attempt to Commit Murder X 2
- Discharging Firearm with Intent to Wound X 2
- Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
- Possession Firearm Contrary to Order
- Occupy Motor Vehicle with Firearm
- Theft under $5000
As a result of police investigation, Cjay William HOBBS, 27, of Toronto, stands charged with:
- Attempt to Commit Murder X 2
- Discharging Firearm with Intent to Wound X 2
- Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
- Possession Firearm Contrary to Order
- Occupy Motor Vehicle with Firearm
- Theft under $5000
This investigation remains ongoing. Officers with the Brantford Police Service seek one additional suspect in relation to this incident.
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
"Public Safety in Partnership with our Community”
UPDATE - Incident # 20-43759
November 11, 2020
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”
Joint Investigation Recovers Gretzky Memorabilia
TWO ARRESTED AND OVER $500,000 USD IN STOLEN GRETZKY MEMORABILIA RECOVERED IN JOINT INVESTIGATION
(BRANTFORD, ON) – The Brantford Police Service (BPS), in a joint investigation with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and with the assistance of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), have arrested an individual in connection with the theft of Wayne Gretzky sports memorabilia.
In August 2020, members of the Gretzky family contacted Brantford Police Service after discovering various pieces of Wayne Gretzky sports memorabilia missing from the residence of Walter Gretzky in Brantford, Ontario.
An investigation was entered into and it was quickly discovered that several of the missing items had likely been sold to various collectors across Canada.
Due to the multi-jurisdictional nature of the investigation, Brantford police sought the assistance of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).
A three-month investigation followed, which allowed police to identify specific residences where the stolen property was believed to be located.
On December 8, 2020 officers with the Brantford Police Service, OPP and RCMP, with assistance from the Halton Regional Police Service, executed search warrants at five homes across Ontario and Alberta.
During the course of the search warrants, police successfully recovered various items of Wayne Gretzky sports memorabilia including multiple game used sticks, hockey gloves, pants, jerseys and a Player-of-the-Year award. The estimated value of the recovered property is believed to be valued in excess of $500,000 USD.
Additionally, during the course of the investigation, police uncovered evidence of a second individual, unrelated to the initial investigation, believed to have committed a fraud involving Gretzky memorabilia (hockey stick).
As a result of the search warrants executed on December 8, 2020, two individuals were arrested and charged under the Criminal Code.
- A 58 year-old-male from Oakville is charged with Theft Over $5,000 and Possession Over $5,000
- A 58 year-old female from Brockville is charged with Fraud Over $5,000 and Breach of Trust
The investigation remains ongoing.
We ask that the public and the media kindly respect the wishes of the Gretzky family and refrain from attempting to contact Mr. Walter Gretzky for interview or comment.
QUOTES
"As the lead agency in this multi-jurisdictional investigation, the Brantford Police Service is thankful for the assistance provided by our valued partners; the Ontario Provincial Police and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police as well as the additional assistance from the Halton Regional Police Service. As a result of the work of our skilled investigators, over $500,000 USD in Gretzky memorabilia was successfully recovered.”
- Chief Rob Davis, Brantford Police Service
"The OPP Professional Standards Unit provided assistance to Brantford Police Service and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in this multi-jurisdictional investigation. The OPP and our partners continue to collaborate and are committed to protecting individuals from victimization, recovering assets, and identifying and holding those accountable who compromise trust within our communities and prey on the vulnerabilities of their victims.”
- Commissioner Thomas Carrique, Ontario Provincial Police
"On behalf of our family, I would like to thank the Brantford Police Service, the Ontario Provincial Police, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for everything they have done regarding this investigation. I would like to sincerely thank every member of the team; the professionalism, dedication and support they have shown has been greatly appreciated.”
- Glen Gretzky, Representative of the Gretzky Family
Attached Photos of Recovered Items:
- 1983-84 NHL Player of the Year
- Eastern NHL Jersey – Front
- Eastern NHL Jersey – Back
- Gloves #1
- Gloves #2
- LA Kings Jersey – Back
- LA Kings Jersey – Front
- Sticks
- Compilation Photo – various items
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Crime Brief
Type: Possession for the Purposes of Trafficking
Incident: 20-47496
Location: Colborne Street East
Synopsis:
On Saturday, December 5, 2020 at approximately 1:52 a.m., officers with the Brantford Police Service observed a motor vehicle in a parking lot located on Colborne Street East. Upon observing police, the motor vehicle fled the area at a high rate of speed travelling eastbound on Colborne Street East.
As police attempted a traffic stop, the motor vehicle was observed to continue driving dangerously at high speeds, failing to stop at several stop signs. Police were able to follow the motor vehicle into a parking lot on Colborne Street East where a male was observed attempting to flee from the driver seat of the motor vehicle. Officers were able to stop the male.
Investigation revealed the suspect is bound by one driver’s licence suspension for unpaid fines.
At approximately 2:00 a.m., the male was placed under arrest. A search incident to arrest revealed the following items:
- 21.5 grams (approx.) of suspected Fentanyl, which has an approximate street value of $5,375
- 2 grams (approx.) of suspected Methamphetamine, which has an approximate street value of $300
- Drug paraphernalia
As a result of the investigation, a 48 year-old-male from Brantford stands charged with:
- POSSESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF TRAFFICKING- Contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act x 2
- DANGEROUS OPERATION – Contrary to the Criminal Code
- DRIVE WHILE UNDER SUSPENSION – Contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
Type: Disturbance
Incident: 20-47585
Location: William Street
Synopsis:
On Saturday, December 5, 2020, Brantford Police were called to the area of William Street to investigate an unknown female creating a disturbance in the street.
Officers with the Brantford Police attended and located the female sitting on the boulevard. Speaking with the female, officers observed signs of impairment. Upon transport to the care of a family member, the female became violent and verbally abusive to the transporting officer. The female was warned by officers to stop.
Upon removal from the police vehicle, the female attempted to spit on an officer. At this time, the female was arrested.
During transport to the Brantford Police Service, the female continued to violently kick the interior of the police vehicle. Upon arrival at the Brantford Police Station, the female bit an officer on the leg.
As a result of the investigation, a 21-year-old female stands charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code:
- Assault Police x2
- Cause Disturbance by being drunk
Type: Motor Vehicle Collision
Incident: 20-47593
Location: County Road 18
Synopsis:
On Saturday, December 5, 2020 at approximately 11:23 p.m., Brantford Police responded to a motorcycle crash on County Road 18 between Henry Street and Colborne Street. Upon arrival, police located the motorcycle but were unable to locate a driver and began to search the area. Witnesses at the scene stated to police that the motorcycle was observed travelling at a high rate of speed and failed to stop at the red light on Country Road 18 and Henry Street.
Investigation revealed a cellphone attached to the motorcycle was registered to the same address where a taxi had recently travelled to from an address nearby the accident location.
Ontario Provincial Police were dispatched to the suspect male’s address in Caledonia.
Speaking with the officer, the suspect stated he was the operator of the motorcycle at the time of the motor vehicle collision. Investigation revealed that the motorcycle was not properly registered and was also being operated with improper plates and without insurance.
At approximately 12:23 a.m an Ontario Provincial Police officer placed the suspect male under arrest.
A search incident to arrest revealed the male to be in possession of approximately 0.8 grams of suspected Methamphetamine with an approximate street value of $120.
Further investigation revealed that the male has a driver’s licence suspension.
As a result of the investigation a 29 year-old- male from Caledonia stands charged with:
- DANGEROUS OPERATION - Under the Criminal Code
- FAIL TO REMAIN- Under the Criminal Code
- POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE- Under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- DRIVE WHILE UNDER SUSPENSION – Under the Highway Traffic Act
- USE PLATES NOT AUTHORIZED – Under the Highway Traffic Act
- FAIL TO APPLY FOR PERMIT ON BECOMING OWNER – Under the Highway Traffic Act
- OPERATE A MOTOR VHICLE WITHOUT INSURANCE- Under the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act
"Public Safety in Partnership with our Community”
Male Arrested for Break and Enter
Incident # 20-47839
UPDATE
On Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at approximately 11:40 p.m. a 32 year-old male from Brantford was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code charges in relation to a break and enter at 171 Colborne Street, which occurred earlier in the day:
- Break and Enter and Commit
- Breach Probation
- Theft Under $5000.00
- Mischief over $5000.00
Additionally, officers were able to confirm this individual as the suspect wanted for several similar incidents occurring from December 5, to December 8, 2020. As a result of the investigation, the following additional Criminal Code charges have been laid in relation to the incidents as outlined below.
Incident # 20-47817:
On December 7, 2020 Brantford Police Service received a report to advise that a break and enter had occurred on December 5 and December 6 at a Darling Street apartment building. As a result of this investigation, the suspect stands charged with the following violations under the Criminal Code in relation to this report:
- Break and Enter and Commit
- Break and Enter with Intent x 2
- Mischief Under $5,000
- Breach of Probation Order
Incident 20-47866:
On December 8, 2020 Brantford Police Service received a report to advise that an unknown male stole various items from a retail store located on Colborne Street East. As a result of this investigation, the suspect stands charged with the following violations under the Criminal Code in relation to this incident:
- Theft Under $5,000
- Possession of Stolen Goods under $5000
- Breach of Probation Order
Incident # 20-47886:
On December 8, 2020 Brantford Police Service received a report to advise that a break and enter has occurred at a facility located on Lynwood Drive. As a result of this investigation, the suspect stands charged with the following violations under the Criminal Code in relation to this incident:
- Attempt Break and Enter with Intent
- Possession of Break-in Instruments
- Failure to Comply with Probation Order
The individual has been held for bail.
ORIGINAL RELEASE
December 8, 2020
On Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at approximately 4:15 a.m., Brantford Police Service officers were dispatched to 171 Colborne Street in regards to a break and enter.
Investigation revealed that at approximately 2:25 a.m. a lone male gained entry to the building by forcing the front door. The male was inside the building until approximately 4:00 a.m. when his activity triggered the alarm system. The male is believed to have exited the building by the front door and fled the area on foot.
The interior of the building sustained extensive property damage.
Suspect Description:
- Male
- Thin build
- Wearing a black hoodie with green interior to the hood, grey Under Armour brand hat, black face mask, blue latex gloves, dark coloured pants, and was carrying a large grey hiking bag
Brantford Police and seeking to identify the suspect in the attached photos and are asking for anyone who may have information related to the incident to contact Brantford Police Service at 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
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PUBLIC ADVISORY – HOLIDAY R.I.D.E. CAMPAIGN
In an effort to keep our roads safe from impaired drivers, the Brantford Police Service is launching the 2020 Holiday R.I.D.E campaign. The campaign goal is to take alcohol and drug-impaired drivers off the roads.
The Brantford Police Service invites the media to help raise awareness surrounding alcohol and drug impaired driving and the consequences.
The BPS Holiday R.I.D.E program will be running during December 2020.
During the month of December 2019, the BPS Holiday R.I.D.E program checked 2210 vehicles and issued 4 charges.
Impaired driving means operating a vehicle (including cars, trucks, boats, snowmobiles and off-road vehicles) while your ability to do so has been compromised to any degree by consuming alcohol, drugs or a combination of the two. Impaired driving is a very serious offence that endangers the lives and safety of everyone on our roads.
Alcohol — even one drink — can reduce your ability to react to things that happen suddenly. The effects of alcohol also include blurred or double vision, impaired attention and slowed reflexes. Impaired driving is one of the leading causes of death on Ontario’s roads.
Brantford Police Service would also like to remind drivers that both prescription and non-prescription drugs are an impairment while driving.
Penalties for Impaired Driving
If police determine that you are driving while impaired by alcohol or any drug, including cannabis, illegal drugs, prescription and over-the-counter medications, you will face severe penalties as well as potential criminal charges if convicted in court.
The penalties vary depending on the driver’s age, licence type, the amount of alcohol or drugs in your system, and the number of times you have been convicted.
Impaired drivers will face the following penalties (depending on circumstances):
- Licence Suspension (3 days to lifetime)
- Vehicle Impoundment (7 days)
- Financial Penalties Payable ($250 to $550)
- Licence Reinstatement Fee ($281)
- An ignition interlock device may be required (6 months to 10 years)
- Attendance of mandatory education or treatment program(s)
- A mandatory medical evaluation to determine whether you meet the requirements for driving in Ontario
If convicted criminally of impaired driving in court, driver’s can also face additional fines and jail time.
Throughout Canada, the maximum legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for fully licensed drivers is to be under 80 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, or 0.08. Driving with a BAC of 0.08 or over is a criminal offence and the penalties are severe.
In Ontario, you will also face serious consequences if your BAC is between 0.05 and 0.08. This is commonly referred to as the "warn range.”
Drivers age 21 or under and novice drivers of any age (with G1, G2, M1, or M2 licenses) must not have any presence of alcohol in their blood when behind the wheel. This is commonly referred to as the "zero BAC” or "zero tolerance” rule.
Young and novice drivers are also prohibited from having any presence of cannabis in their system as well as other drugs that can be detected using approved drug screening equipment. Ontario has a zero tolerance approach to both alcohol and drugs for all young and novice drivers.
Don’t Do It - Avoid Driving Impaired
There are simple steps you can take to stay safe and avoid driving while you are impaired by drugs or alcohol:
- Have a plan to get home safely. Have a designated driver, use public transit, call a friend or family member for a ride, call a taxi or ride share, or stay overnight.
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist about side effects related to driving when using prescription medication.
- Read the information on the package of any prescription drugs or over-the-counter medicine, including allergy and cold remedies.
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist about how a prescription drug could affect you. Remember that combining drugs and alcohol together can impair your ability to drive more than using either one alone.
Have a plan to get home safely. Have a designated driver, use public transit, call a friend or family member for a ride, call a taxi or ride share, or stay overnight.
There is never an excuse for impaired driving.
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Police Seek Witnesses of Motor Vehicle Collision with Pedestrian
On Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at approximately 2:00 p.m. a motor vehicle collision occurred in the area of Clarence Street and Colborne Street in the City of Brantford. A pedestrian was crossing Clarence Street on the North side of Colborne Street towards the downtown area when he was struck by a vehicle travelling South on Clarence Street. Neither the vehicle or pedestrian remained on scene. The vehicle is described as an Acura 4 door sedan. After speaking to eye witnesses, police have reason to be concerned for the well being of the pedestrian.
If you have any information regarding this incident or
were an involved party please contact Acting Sergeant Kris REID of the
Brantford Police at 519-756-7050 or email kreid@police.brantford.on.ca.
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MULTIPLE FIREARM CHARGES AND RECOVERED FIREARM
Incident # 20-46894
On Monday,
November 30th, 2020 members of the Brantford Police –
Community Patrol Section entered into a complaint involving a firearm. Officers
launched an investigation and, with the assistance of the Major Crime and
Street Crime Sections, search warrants were subsequently authorized for a
vehicle and two Brantford residences.
Members of the Emergency Response Team executed the search warrants at a Grey
Street residence and a Pearl Street apartment.
Three arrests were made during the course of the investigation.
At
the conclusion of the search warrants, officers attended a third location, on
Marlborough Street, where a sawed off shotgun and ammunition were located and
seized.
As a result of the investigation:
- A 51 year old man from Grey Street is facing 13 Criminal Code charges, including several firearm offences
- A 27 year old Pearl Street woman is charged with firearm offences
- A 33 year old Harris Avenue man was arrested on outstanding warrants
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