Suspicious Vehicle for Identification
Brantford Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspicious vehicle.
On November 9, 2018 at approximately 1:30 p.m. in the area of Westchester Way and Oriole Parkway a 13 year old female was waved down by two unknown males who were operating an older model Black SUV. The vehicle left the area when the female refused to come over to the vehicle and pulled out her cell phone. The vehicle is described as an older model black SUV, possibly a Ford Escape with tinted windows. The rear hatch has two stickers, one on each side of the licence plate area.
Variety Store Robbery
INC#18-45494
On Friday November 16, 2018, shortly after 5:20 a.m., a lone male entered a variety store on Colborne Street West in Brantford brandishing a knife. The man demanded cash and cigarettes from the male clerk.
The male left the scene after receiving an undisclosed amount of cash and cigarettes from the clerk and was last seen in the area of Colborne Street West and Mt Pleasant St in Brantford. The clerk was not injured during this incident.
SUSPECT DESCRIPTION: The male was approximately 6’0” with a black balaclava covering his entire face. The male was wearing a black coloured sweater with white print on the front "Vans Off the Wall" skateboard logo and camouflaged pants.
Anyone with information regarding this incident are urged to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050 or to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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Teaching Intelligent Choices to Kids
"It takes a community to raise a child and that’s the genius of our partnership with the KIDS program. This collaboration coordinates the delivery of fire safety education with our community partners at the Children’s Safety Village creating a fun and interactive learning environment” Shane Caskanette, Fire Chief Brantford Fire Department
Community asset in the efforts to help keep our children safe. By partnering with the dedicated service providers involved in delivering the critically important K.I.D.S. program, as well as vital Fire Safety information, our specially designed, hands-on facility allows for the effective and cost efficient delivery of these services. We are excited to be a part of this collaboration that illustrates how we all can achieve our common goal of providing the best safety education possible for students while making the best use of our valuable resources. Safety Villages are built upon the premise so inspiringly stated by Benjamin Franklin, "Tell me and I’ll forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn." Dr. Leo Vos, President Children’s Safety Village Board of Directors
To learn more about the K.I.D.S. program and other T.I.C.K. initiatives please visit our website at www.tickbrantford.ca
For more information regarding this press release please contact Sue Reid, President and Chair of the T.I.C.K. Board of Directors at info@tickbrantford.ca
Three Males Charged With Firearm Offences
Incident #18-44243
November 9, 2018
Brantford Police have arrested and charged three males with firearm related offences after an investigation at an address on Wellington Street.
On Wednesday November 7, 2018 just after 7:00 p.m. Brantford Police Service received a 9-1-1 call about a disturbance at an address of Wellington Street. Community Patrol Officers attended to the address where they were advised that the parties inside were in possession of firearms. Officers were able to safely investigate the incident and arrested three males that were found in the residence. Officers conducted a search of the residence where they located two firearms. A loaded 40 caliber semi-automatic and a loaded 45 caliber semi-automatic handguns were located and seized.
Accused #1 Ohaje Taitt a 22 year old male from Brantford is charged with Possession of Firearm/Weapon contrary to a Prohibition Order, Possession of Prohibited/Restricted Firearm/Ammunition, Careless Use of Firearm/Weapon/Ammunition, Tampering with Serial Number of a Firearm, Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, Careless Use of a Firearm/Weapon/Ammunition and Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition.
Accused #2 Jahquon Fagan a 22 year old male from Brampton is charged with Possession of Prohibited/Restricted Firearm with Ammunition, Careless Use of a Firearm/Weapon/Ammunition, Tampering with Serial Number of a Firearm, Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, Careless Use of a Firearm/Weapon/Ammunition and Possession of Prohibited/Restricted Firearm with Ammunition.
Accused #3 Akeem Richards a 21 year old male from Brantford who provided false information during the investigation is charged with Possession of a Prohibited/Restricted Firearm with Ammunition, Careless Use of a Firearm/Weapon/Ammunition, Tampering with Serial Number of a Firearm, Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, Careless Use of a Firearm/Weapon/Ammunition, Possession of Prohibited/Restricted Firearm with Ammunition, Obstruct Peace Officer and Fail to Comply with Recognizance x2 under the Criminal Code
Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact the Brantford Police at 519-756-7050 or 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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Search Continues For Fisherman Seen In The Grand River
Update - inc#18-43729
November 6, 2018
The Brantford Police Service, Brant County OPP, OPP Underwater Search and Recovery
Unit along with an OPP Helicopter remained in the area and on the Grand River today
and have continued to search for the male that was seen in distress. The search efforts
will be called off for today, however the investigation remains open and will be re-
evaluated on an ongoing basis.
Brantford Police Service is appealing to the public for any information on a fisherman
that was seen struggling in the water just after 12:00 PM on Sunday November 4, 2018
near Erie Avenue, in Brantford, Ontario.
The fisherman is described is a white male, with grey hair approximately 50 years of age.
He was last seen wearing a toque and "Lumber” style jacket.
Brantford Police Service has not received a missing person’s report involving a male, as
described above.
If you or anyone you know has recently fallen into the Grand River near Erie Avenue
while fishing, please notify the Brantford Police Service.
Any witnesses or other persons with information are asked to immediately contact the
Brantford Police Service at 519 756-7050.
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Police Looking for Public's Assistance to Help Identify an Individual
Incident #18-43532
The Brantford Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a male who approached a young female on Friday, November 2nd, 2018, as she was walking to school.
The young female had observed that she was being followed by a male in the area of Centennial-Grand Woodlands School. The male approached the female and grabbed her by the arm, she was able to break free and run away.
The individual is described as being in his early 20’s, blonde hair shaved up to the top with green hair on top. He was wearing black shoes, black coat and grey pants.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Jeff Cotter of the Brantford Police Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit at 519-756-0113 extension 2269 or Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477.
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Suspicious Male Identified and Faces Charges
Update
October 31, 2018
Brantford Police have arrested and charged a male in relation to the incident in the downtown area yesterday.
On Tuesday October 30, 2018 Brantford Police Service investigated an incident where and unknown male was seen pointing what appeared to be a toy gun at security cameras, buildings and at a City of Brantford employee in the downtown area of Brantford.
A 36 year old Brantford male was identified as being the person responsible and has been charged with Criminal Harassment and Breach of Recognizance.
The BPS would like to thank the public and media for their assistance in this investigation.
Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact the Brantford Police at 519-756-7050 or 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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October 30, 2018
Brantford Police are seeking the public?s assistance in identifying a suspicious male.
On Tuesday October 30, 2018 an unknown male was seen walking around businesses and buildings within the downtown area today around 1:00 p.m. The unknown male was wearing a trench coat and was carrying what appears to be a toy gun, similar to a nerf gun. The male pointed the toy nerf gun at security cameras and offices. The unknown male is described as a Caucasian male, 5?10?, medium build wearing a black trench coat, cowboy style hat, black pants, black shoes, black sunglasses, red scarf over his face carrying a toy style gun.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050.
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Suspicious Male for Identification
On Tuesday October 30, 2018 an unknown male was seen walking around businesses and buildings within the downtown area today around 1:00 p.m. The unknown male was wearing a trench coat and was carrying what appears to be a toy gun, similar to a nerf gun. The male pointed the toy nerf gun at security cameras and offices. The unknown male is described as a Caucasian male, 5?10?, medium build wearing a black trench coat, cowboy style hat, black pants, black shoes, black sunglasses, red scarf over his face carrying a toy style gun.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050.
Two People Charged With Trafficking After $25,000 Worth of Cocaine Seized
Police Service Criminal Intelligence/Drug Enforcement Unit, concluded a joint
investigation into the trafficking of cocaine. As a result of the investigation, 2 parties
were arrested and a search warrant was executed at a residence in Brantford.
The investigation resulted in the seizure of cocaine, with an estimated street value of
$25,000.00, a large quantity of Canadian currency and recovered stolen property.
Obtained by Crime and Possession of Stolen Property Under $5000 under the Criminal
Code. He is further charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine)
under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
Anyone with information about this investigation or information relating to drug
trafficking is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050 or Tipsters
who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant- Brantford Crime Stoppers at
519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477.
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Police Investigate Armed Robbery
A second suspect acted as the lookout. He is much taller than suspect #1. Suspect #2 is a tall, skinny, non- white male, in his 20?s with some facial hair. He was wearing a red Air Jordan hoodie with the black Jumpman logo on the left chest, jeans, and white running shoes. He had a dark piece of cloth sticking out of the right rear pocket of his jeans.
Both suspects were last seen southbound on Park Avenue.
For investigative reasons, the weapon(s) used will not be disclosed.
The suspects should not be approached as they are considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Jason Davis, of the major crime unit at 519-756-0113 ext. 2273 or Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477.
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