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
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.
BPS Investigate Gunshot Wound From Overnight Incident
On Wednesday, February 10, 2021, at approximately 3:00 a.m., members of the Brantford Police Patrol Section responded to an incident after a 17-year-old female victim attended the Brantford General Hospital suffering from a gunshot wound.
Additional information will be released once available.
Public Safety in Partnership with our Community
Brantford Man Arrested for Luring and Child Pornography Related Charges
Incident 21-0600
On Tuesday, February 2, 2021, members of the Brantford Police Service, executed a search warrant at a residence on Erie Avenue, where a 40-year-old male was arrested and several computers, electronic devices, and a prohibited weapon were seized.
The arrest and seizure are the result of a month long investigation by members of the Brantford Police ICE Unit (Internet Child Exploitation). The accused had engaged in online conversations that resulted in the investigation into luring a child as well as several child pornography offences.
Police believe that the accused used several social media sites, with the user name of Nickysix16, and that there may be other victims.
As a result of the investigation, Nicholas BALOG, 40, of Brantford is charged with the following Criminal Code offences:
- Luring a child under 14 yrs old
- Making Child Pornography x 5
- Possession of Child Pornography x 2
- Possession of a Prohibited Weapon
Anyone with information relating to internet sexual crimes against children is urged to call Detective Michael Korda or Detective Balbir Singh of the Brantford Police Service ICE Section 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
Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Exploitation on the Internet
On March 29, 2007, alongside the OPP Child Exploitation Section and 26 other municipal police services, the Brantford Police Service joined the Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Exploitation on the Internet.
The online exploitation of children continues to be a challenge for investigators due to its sheer volume, global reach and anonymity; however, these police partners and the Provincial Government are committed to making a difference in our communities.
The Brantford Police Service supports this strategy, and has recognized that images of children and child abuse placed on the internet lead to perpetual victimization.
This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.
Internet Safety Tips
Brantford Police Service is committed to ensuring the safety of our community’s children and taking action against online sexual abuse and sexual exploitation of children.
The following information is provided to assist parents and caregivers to understand internet safety.
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
Public Safety in Partnership with our Community
Street Crime Unit Arrest and Weapons Charges
As a result of the investigation, a 22-year-old-male from Brantford has been arrested and stands charged with the following Criminal Code violations:
- Unauthorized possession of a firearm
- Possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized
- Weapons trafficking
- Possession of firearm for purpose of trafficking
- Fail to comply with release order –Police issued release
- Careless use or storage of a firearm, weapon, ammunition

Anyone with information pertaining to firearm or 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
BPS Arrest Brantford Male for Drug Trafficking
- 34.1 grams (approx.) of suspected Fentanyl (blue) - which has an estimated street value of $8,525
- 9.37 grams (approx.) of suspected Fentanyl (green) - which has an estimated street value of $2,342
- 6.94 grams (approx.) of suspected Fentanyl (yellow) - which has an estimated street value of $1,735
- 4.08 grams (approx.) of suspected Fentanyl (purple/yellow) - which has an estimated street value of $1,020
- 4.26 grams (approx.) of suspected Methamphetamine - which has an estimated street value of $639
- 67 pills (approx.) of suspected Hydromorphone - which has an estimated street value of $1,005
- 19.4 grams (approx.) of suspected Hashish - which has an estimated street value of $388
- 78 grams (approx.) of suspected dried Cannabis flower - which has an estimated street value of $780
- Various product infused with (suspected) Tetrahydrocannabinol with an unknown street value
- Drug paraphernalia commonly used by drug traffickers (scale, phone, dime bags)
- Possession for the Purposes of Trafficking – contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act x 3
- Possession of Stolen Goods Under $5000 – contrary to the Criminal Code
- Failure to Comply with Undertaking – contrary to the Criminal Code
- Possession for the Purpose of Distribution – contrary to the Cannabis Act
- Possession of over 30g Dried Cannabis – contrary to the Cannabis Act
