Person of Interest Video Released in Coby Carter Homicide
FROM/DE: West Region DATE: May 31, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
-UPDATE#1-
POLICING SEEKING ASSISTANCE IN HOMICIDE
INVESTIGATION
Person of Interest Identified On
Video/Reward Offered
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Criminal
Investigation Branch, in partnership with the Brantford Police Service, have
continued to actively investigate this homicide.
The Government of Ontario is offering a
$50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the
person or people responsible for this murder.
Anyone with information, or could
potentially identify the individual in the video, is asked to contact the OPP
at 1-888-310-1122 or Brantford Police at 519-756-0113. If you wish to
remain anonymous, you can do so by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)
or through the Brant-Brantford Crime
Stoppers website. Those contacting Crime Stoppers would not be eligible for
the government reward.
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Street Crime Unit Arrest
- Approx. 60 grams of suspected cocaine (with an estimated street value of $6,000)
- Canadian Currency
- Two cellular phones
- Digital scale
- Motor Vehicle
- Ammunition
- Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
Second Male Arrested in Nebiyu Myers Homicide
Brantford Police have arrested and charged an 18-year-old male from Brantford in connection with the homicide of 19-year-old Nebiyu Myers.
Elijah MARFOH, 18-years-old, of Brantford has been charged with 1st degree murder, firearms offences and breaching a court order.
Police do not believe this to be a random incident.
- 20-25 year old, dark skinned male
- between 5’10” and 6’2”
- between 160 and 180 pounds
- wearing dark clothing and a black face mask
Information can also be provided anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477, 1-800-222-8477 or www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/
Male Arrested in Isaiah Castillo Homicide
Youth Arrested in Isaiah Castillo Homicide
May 7, 2021
As a result of
the continued investigation into the Wednesday, April 14, 2021 homicide of 20-year-old
Isaiah Castillo, investigators with the Brantford Police Service have charged a
17-year-old youth, who cannot be identified as per the Youth Criminal Justice
Act.
The youth is facing charges of First Degree Murder along with a variety of firearm related offences and breach of court orders. The arrest took place during the afternoon on Thursday, May 6, 2021 without incident. The accused was held in police custody and will appear before the court on Friday, May 7, 2021
Now that charges
are before the courts, investigators will not discuss evidence as it pertains
to the case.
Brantford Police
Service would like to thank the public for their assistance in providing
information related to this homicide.
The Brantford Police
Major Crime Unit is continuing to investigate this incident. If you have any information about this
homicide, please contact Det. Jason SINNING or Det. COTTER at 519-756-7050.
The public can
also provide information by contacting the CASTILLO Homicide Tip Line at
519-756-7050 extension 2915, by e-mailing the Brantford Police Service at castillohomicide@police.brantford.on.caor by contacting Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477, 1-800-222-8477 or www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/.
April 30, 2021
The Brantford
Police Service Major Crime Unit continues to investigate the shooting death of
20-year-old Isaiah Castillo that occurred in the early morning hours of
Wednesday, April 14, 2021.
If you were driving in the area, please contact Det. Jason SINNING or Det. Jeff COTTER at 519-756-7050.
The public can
also provide information by contacting the CASTILLO Homicide Tip Line at
519-756-7050 extension 2915, by e-mailing the Brantford Police Service at castillohomicide@police.brantford.on.ca or by
contacting Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477, 1-800-222-8477 or www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/
April 16, 2021 -
UPDATE
The Brantford Police Service Major Crime Unit
continues to investigate the shooting death of a 20-year-old male that occurred
in the early morning hours of Wednesday, April 14, 2021.
Members of the Brantford Police Service Forensic Identification Unit remain on scene at the residence, while detectives are continuing to canvass the neighbourhood around Diana Avenue for potential witnesses and video.
There have yet to be any arrests made in the case.
Police continue
to appeal for anyone who may have seen or heard anything unusual in the
neighbourhood between the hours of 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, 2021 and 12:30
a.m. on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 to contact Sergeant Charles Wheeler or
Detective Jason Sinning at 519-756-7050. Additionally, anyone may provide
information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477,
1-800-222-8477 or www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/
April 14, 2021 –
ORIGINAL RELEASE
Shortly after 12:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 14, 2021, members of the Brantford Police patrol section responded alongside EMS personnel to a Diana Avenue residence in the West Brant area of the City of Brantford after receiving reports of a male with gunshot injuries. Upon arrival, a 20-year-old male was located in serious condition.
The victim was transported to a hospital
trauma center however; he did succumb to his injuries shortly
thereafter. This incident is being
investigated as a homicide.
Police
anticipate being on scene in the Diana Avenue area throughout the day.
Police are
asking anyone who may have been in the area between 9:00 p.m. and 12:30 a.m.,
who may have observed anyone or heard anything suspicious to contact Sergeant
Charles Wheeler or Detective Jason Sinning of the Brantford Police Service
Major Crime Unit at 519-756-7050 or, to remain anonymous, contact Crime
Stoppers at 519-750-8477, 1-800-222-8477 or
www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/
Although still early in the investigation,
police do not believe this to be a random incident.
Further details to be released as they become
available.
Public Safety
in Partnership with the Community
Canada Road Safety Week 2021
Canadians have a number of reasons they use to justify adopting unsafe driving behaviours and this year’s campaign challenges them to truly assess the risks of the decisions they make. Is it really worth speeding to get to your destination only a few minutes earlier? Is it really worth driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs because some of the alternatives may be more inconvenient for you? Is it really worth driving when you’re nodding off at the wheel? Is the momentary thrill of road racing really worth taking the deadly risks associated with dangerous and careless driving?
Traffic Stop Results in Two Arrested, Illegal Firearms and Drugs Seized
Speaking with the occupants of the vehicle, officers observed cannabis readily available to the driver. A search of the vehicle and both occupants was then conducted.
As a result of the search, officers located approximately 69 grams of suspected Fentanyl (with an estimated street value of $17,335), two loaded handguns, a loaded shotgun, a large amount of Canadian currency, multiple cell phones and a digital scale.
As a result of the investigation, a 19-year-old male from Toronto, stands charged with the Criminal Code offences:
- Transferring firearm without authority x3
- Careless storage of firearm x3
- Weapon dangerous x3
- Unauthorized possession of firearm x3
- Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm x3
- Careless use of firearm, weapon, ammunition x3
- Transport firearm x3
- Handle firearm x3
- Possession of firearm at unauthorized place x3
- Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
- Possession of firearm with altered serial number
- Carrying concealed weapon
- Possession of restricted firearm x3
- Tampering with serial number of firearm
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- Driving
vehicle with cannabis readily available under the Cannabis Control Act
- Driver fail to surrender licence under the Highway Traffic Act and,
- Fail
to surrender insurance card under the Canadian Automobile Insurance Act
- Transferring firearm without authority x3
- Careless storage of firearm x3
- Weapon dangerous x3
- Unauthorized possession of firearm x3
- Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm x3
- Careless use of firearm, weapon, ammunition x3
- Transport firearm x3
- Handle firearm x3
- Possession of restricted firearm x3
- Possession of firearm at unauthorized place x3
- Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
- Possession of firearm with altered serial number
- Carrying concealed weapon
- Possession
for the purpose of trafficking under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
Anyone with information on 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
Two Arrested, Loaded Firearms and Illegal Drugs Seized
During the disturbance, one male was observed to display a firearm, which was pointed at another person.
Officers attended at the residence where the persons who were seen with the firearm entered. A short time later one male and one female were taken into custody.
As a result of the investigation a Criminal Code search warrant had been obtained and executed at the Diana Avenue residence. The BPS Emergency Response Team and K9 Unit provided assistance.
During the search of the residence, officers located and seized two loaded handguns and a quantity of illicit street drugs. Approximately 635 grams of suspected Psilocybin (mushrooms) with an estimated street value of $6,989, approximately 30 grams of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $3,000, and a quantity of suspected Hydrocodone with an estimated street value of $500 were seized. Total estimated street value of the seized drugs is $10,489.
As a result of the investigation, Shyheim SLOWLY-BAILEY, male, 26, from Toronto, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences and was held for a bail hearing:
- Unauthorized possession of a firearm x2
- Point firearm
- Uttering threats to cause death
- Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose x2
- Careless storage of firearm x2
- Careless use of a firearm, weapon, ammunition
- Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with ammunition x2
- Tampering with serial number of firearm
- Carry concealed weapon
- Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm x2
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Schedule I, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act - Cocaine
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Schedule I, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act - Hydrocodone
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Schedule III, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act - Psilocybin
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
Multiple Arrests by BPS Street Crime Unit
- Possession of a controlled substance x2
- Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm
- Possession of a prohibited firearm with ammunition
- Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm
- Careless storage of a firearm
- Careless storage of ammunition
- Tampering with serial number of firearm
- Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
- Breaches of court orders
Anyone with information on drug-related activities is asked to contact the Street Crime Unit of the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-0113 ext. 2286.
Brantford Police Service Celebrating Police Week
Front-line Police Officers and Police Personnel Continue to Service in Extraordinary Times to Keep Communities Safe
BPS Internet Child Exploitation Unit Assist Young Child
On Monday, May 3, 2021 the Brantford Police Service were alerted by the National Centre for Missing and Exploited Children and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police that a suspect believed to be outside of Canada had engaged in online luring of a young male child.
An investigation was conducted by the Brantford Police Service - Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit to identify the young child and to stop any further victimization from occurring.
On Thursday, May 6, 2021, Detectives from the ICE Unit were able to successfully identify and locate the young child at a residence in Brantford.
Charges have yet to be laid as the suspect has not yet been identified.
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.
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.
Anyone with information relating to internet sexual crimes against children is urged to call Detective Michael Korda of the Brantford Police Service ICE Unit 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 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
- 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
