Brandon Police Investigate Stabbing and Armed Robbery Incidents

Stabbing

In the past 24 hours police responded to a report of multiple people stabbed in a residence. Upon arrival three people were suffering injuries consistent with being struck with a bladed weapon including the suspect who was apprehended a short distance from the scene. All three were brought for medical treatment, the accused was then lodged at BPS, and is held in custody for court.

Armed Robbery

In the past 24 hours police responded to a report of a robbery in downtown Brandon. A male approached a couple brandishing a can of bear spray and demanding a necklace from the victim. The suspect was able to pull the necklace off the victim’s neck then left the area. The suspec