BPS arrest 39-year-old female, officer assaulted
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Members of the Brantford Police Service arrested a 39-year-old woman on December 3, 2024, after a concerned citizen called to report the woman was in possession of a handgun.
At approximately 3:10 p.m., a concerned citizen called 911 to report a single motor vehicle collision in the area of Kiwanis Way and Glenwood Drive. It was reported that a woman in possession of a handgun fled the scene on foot towards a retail plaza on Colborne Street.
Officers searched the area, locating and arresting the suspect within a fast-food restaurant at Stanley Street and Darling Street.
During the search, out of an abundance of caution, two area schools were temporarily placed in lockdown.
Information received indicated the accused was wanted on outstanding warrants and was also in violation of a probation order. Search incident to arrest located a bb gun in the suspect’s possession which was seized.
During the arrest, the suspect assaulted and bit an officer.
The female suspect was transported to hospital for medical treatment due to suspected drug use. The officer was transported to hospital for treatment of injuries.
As a result of the investigation, a 39-year-old woman from Brantford stands charged with the following Criminal Code violations:
- Assault Peace Officer Cause Bodily Harm
- Possession of Firearm or Weapon
- Probation Order: Non-Compliance
The accused was held for bail.
Anyone that would like to report criminal activity within the community is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050. Anonymous information can be provided by contacting Brant- Brantford Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477. Alternatively, a web tip may be submitted at: https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/
BPS Launch Holiday R.I.D.E. Campaign
In an effort to keep our roads safe from impaired drivers, the Brantford Police Service is launching the 2024 Holiday R.I.D.E campaign. The campaign goal is to take alcohol and drug-impaired drivers off the roads and help raise awareness surrounding the dangers and consequences of impaired driving.
The BPS Holiday R.I.D.E program will be running during December 2024.
Impaired driving means operating a vehicle (including cars, trucks, 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, drivers 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 aged 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.
BPS Continue to Seek Additional Witnesses of Collision
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The Brantford Police Service are seeking additional assistance from anyone who has dash cam footage while travelling on Park Road North between Governors Road East and Powerline Road, Monday November 25, 2024, between 6:00 p.m., and 6:20 p.m.
A multi-vehicle collision occurred at approximately 6:30 p.m., Monday, November 25, 2024, on Park Road North near Governors Road East, which sent one person to hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
Anyone with information or dash cam footage is asked to contact Constable Shannon Parks of the Brantford Traffic Unit at 519-770-6287 or sparks@police.brantford.on.ca
November 26, 2024
The Brantford Police Service is seeking information from anyone who witnessed a multi-vehicle collision which occurred at approximately 6:30 p.m., Monday, November 25, 2024, on Park Road North near Governors Road East.
One person was transported to hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
Any witnesses or anyone with information or footage of the collision is asked to contact Constable Shannon Parks of the Brantford Traffic Unit at 519-770-6287 or sparks@police.brantford.on.ca
Public Safety in Partnership with the Community
MISSING PERSON: Peter, 35
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The Brantford Police Service are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 35-year-old, Peter.
Peter is described as 5’9” weighing approximately 160 lbs., slim build, brown hair, brush cut, blue eyes, with several tattoos and a piercing in his left eyebrow. Clothing description is not available.
Peter will likely be accompanied by a grey pit-bull breed dog.
Peter was last seen November 1, 2024, and was reported missing to police November 18, 2024. Peter is known to panhandle at grocery stores located at Colborne Street West and Fairview Drive. He is also known to frequent the Port Dover area.
The Brantford Police Service are concerned for Peter’s well-being and are seeking information which may assist in locating the missing person.
Anyone with knowledge of Peter’s whereabouts is asked to please contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050. Individuals who wish to provide information anonymously 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.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/
BPS Arrest Two Brantford Men in Auto Theft Investigation
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Officers with the Brantford Police Service have arrested two men and recovered two stolen vehicles in an auto theft investigation.
On November 11, 2024, members of the Brantford Police Auto Theft Unit and Criminal Intelligence Unit launched an investigation in regard to the recent increase in motor vehicle thefts.
On November 12, 2024, police located a stolen Chevrolet Silverado on Sheridan Street. Two males were observed entering the stolen vehicle which travelled to the parking lot of the Lynden Park Mall, where one of the men was observed attempting to steal a Chevrolet Avalanche. This attempt was unsuccessful. The suspect then moved on to steal a Chevrolet Envoy. The suspect was observed driving the Envoy, fleeing the area, followed by the stolen Silverado. The stolen Silverado was left abandoned in a nearby parking lot.
Through investigation, two suspects were identified. On November 13, 2024, members of BPS Uniform Patrol and the BPS Emergency Response Unit attended a Sheridan Street residence where both suspects were arrested without incident. The two stolen vehicles were recovered by police.
As a result of this investigation, a 36-year-old male resident of Brantford stands charged with the following offences:
- Possession of stolen goods over $5,000 x 2
- Occupant of motor vehicle or vessel without consent x 2
- Attempt motor vehicle theft
- Motor vehicle theft
- Operation while prohibited by order under the Criminal Code x 6
- Driving while under suspension x 8
And a 24-year-old male resident of Brantford stands charged with the following offences:
- Possession of stolen goods over $5,000 x 2
- Occupant of motor vehicle or vessel without consent x 2
- Attempt motor vehicle theft
- Motor vehicle theft
- Driving while under suspension
Above: Photo of damaged steering column, attempted theft of Chevrolet Avalanche
With automobile thefts on the rise in communities across the country, stopping the most determined thieves will not always be possible.
Following these tips can help make your vehicle a less attractive target and harder to take, as well as increase the chances you get it back after a theft.
To protect yourself against vehicle theft,
- Always lock your vehicle's doors and windows when you park.
- Never leave your keys or remote in your vehicle, even for a short time.
- Park in well-lit, busy areas.
- Park inside your garage when at home.
- Don't leave valuables or personal identification in your vehicle.
- Consider installing an anti-theft system, such as an ignition or fuel kill switch, steering wheel lock, or electric alarm.
- Consider using a port blocker, which is a plug that you insert into your vehicle's port to prevent criminals from reprogramming your key fob.
- Consider using a tracking system like Tag Tracking, Kycs Locate, or Domino Tracking.
If your vehicle is stolen, you should:
- Contact the police immediately to file a stolen-vehicle report
- Contact your insurance company to file a claim within 24 hours
Public Safety in Partnership with the Community
Brantford police seek to identify suspect
Brantford police are seeking information from the public to identify a suspect involved in an ongoing criminal investigation.
Details of the investigation are not available for release at this time.
Anyone able to positively identify the male in the attached photographs are asked to contact Detective Len Van Holst at 519-756-7050 ext 2863.
Information can also be provided anonymously to Brant - Brantford Crime Stoppers by 1-800-222-8477 or by submitting a web tip online at: https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/
BPS Downtown Better Enforcement Action Team Arrest and Charge 39-year-old Female After Daytime Robbery of Senior Citizen
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Officers with the Brantford Police Service have arrested a woman believed responsible for the daytime robbery of a senior citizen.
On November 7, 2024, at approximately 8:30 a.m., on a walking bridge near Brant’s Crossing located at 2 Icomm Drive, the accused is alleged to have approached the senior citizen with her face concealed, and using force, robbed her of her personal belongings (purse and shoes). The accused is then reported to have thrown the victim’s walker into the Grand River to prevent her from departing the location.
Members of the Brantford Police Service Downtown Better Enforcement Action Team quickly arrived on scene where they located and arrested the accused. The accused was found to be in violation of four valid Probation Orders and provided false names to police in an attempt to obstruct the investigation.
The victim was transported by ambulance to hospital for treatment of minor injuries.
As a result of the investigation, a 39-year-old female from Brantford stands charged with the following Criminal Code offences:
- Disguise with Intent
- Robbery
- Possession of Stolen Goods Under $5,000
- Mischief Under $5,000
- Assault Causing Bodily Harm
- Obstruct a Peace Officer
- Probation Order – Non-Compliance x 4
The accused was held for bail.
Brantford police seek to identify suspects in butter theft
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Brantford police are investigating a retail theft and are seeking information from the public to identify two suspects who fled the scene.
On Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at approximately 8:25 p.m., two men were observed stealing a large amount of butter from a grocery store located at Lynden Road and Wayne Gretzky Parkway. The stolen butter was valued at approximately $1200. The suspects were observed wearing all black clothing, black baseball hats and fled the scene in a white van.
Pictures of the two suspects are provided below in hopes that information from the public will assist police in identifying the men.
Anyone with information related to this investigation is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050. Information can also be provided anonymously to Brant - Brantford Crime Stoppers by 1-800-222-8477 or by submitting a web tip online at: https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/
BPS Drug and Firearm Enforcement Unit seize over $690,000 in illicit drugs and arrest three Brantford residents for trafficking
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In September 2024, the Brantford Police Service Drug and firearm Enforcement Unit launched a drug investigation, involving a suspected drug dealer engaged in trafficking fentanyl within the City of Brantford.
On October 29, 2024, with the assistance of the BPS Emergency Response Team and K-9 Unit, two search warrants were conducted at residences located on Henry Street and Charing Cross Street in Brantford.
A large quantity of Canadian Currency, drug manufacturing tools and materials were located along with the following illicit drugs:
- Approximately 3,104.4 grams of suspected fentanyl
- Approximately 320.2 grams of suspected methamphetamine
- Approximately 86.6 grams of suspected cocaine
- 1,211 suspected hydromorphone pills
This seizure of fentanyl represents the largest amount to date obtained as a result of a Brantford Police Service investigation. The estimated street value of the drugs seized totals $692,675 when trafficked at the drug user level.
As a result of this investigation, three residents of Brantford, a 37-year-old man, a 24-year-old female and a 26-year-old male, were arrested and each stand charged with four counts of Possession for the Purpose of trafficking.
Anyone with information on any other drug-related activities is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-0113 ext. 2286. Anonymous information can be provided by contacting Brant- Brantford Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477. Alternatively, a web tip may be submitted at: https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/
6.3kg of cocaine taken off the streets after joint investigation with Brantford Police Service
(October 21, 2024, Hamilton-Niagara, Ontario) The Brantford Police Service, in collaboration with RCMP Hamilton-Niagara Regional Detachment, executed search warrants at five southwestern Ontario locations resulting in three individuals from Brantford being charged.
The searches uncovered 6.3kg of cocaine, with a street value of $170,000 and approximately $2,000,000 in Canadian currency, which has been seized as suspected proceeds of crime.
A number of electronic communications devices were also seized. Additional arrests and charges may follow.
Three individuals are facing charges:
- 36-year-old man from Brantford - Possession of a Controlled Substance (cocaine) for the purpose of trafficking, contrary to section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)
- 23-year-old man from Brantford - Possession of a Controlled Substance (cocaine) for the purpose of trafficking, contrary to section 5(2) of the CDSA
- 24-year-old man from Brantford - Possession of a Controlled Substance (cocaine) for the purpose of trafficking, contrary to section 5(2) of the CDSA
The individuals are scheduled to appear in Brantford Court on December 19, 2024.
The success of this investigation was made possible through funding provided by the Ontario Government, Ministry of the Solicitor General in which the Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario (CISO) supported this joint force investigation.
We would also like to thank the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC), Canada's financial intelligence unit, for its vital role in supporting this investigation. Disclosures from FINTRAC helped uncover evidence of alleged money laundering and proceeds of crime by tracing financial transactions and identifying patterns. FINTRAC's collaboration with the RCMP facilitated the understanding of the complex financial networks involved. The investigation's outcome underscores the importance of interagency cooperation in combating organized crime.
"Drug trafficking has widespread and devastating effects on multiple levels. At its core, it contributes to violence and undermines public health with increased addiction rates and overdoses. Thanks to the Brantford Police Service and all of our partner agencies for the excellent collaboration which resulted in more than 6kg of cocaine taken off of our streets."
– Inspector Vance Morgan, Officer in Charge RCMP Hamilton-Niagara Detachment
"This is another successful joint project helping to minimize the threat to our communities caused by the distribution of controlled substances, and organized criminal activity related to drug trafficking. By disrupting the operation of criminal networks, our goal is to assist our community by reducing the violence surrounding the trade of illicit substances.
In support of the search warrants and arrests related to this project, the Brantford Police Service would like to recognize the Criminal Intelligence Service of Ontario, for their continued funding and dedication in keeping communities safe in Ontario."
- Interim Chief Jason Saunders, Brantford Police Service
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