The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is: “WANTED BY POLICE”: Christopher CUTLIP FOR Fail to Comply with Release Order. On March 14, 2023, Christopher CUTLIP failed to comply with his release order that stated he was to live at a specific address and abide by a daily curfew. A warrant of arrest has been issued for Christopher CUTLIP as his whereabouts are unknown at this time. ************************************************************************ The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a Robbery. On June 1st, 2023, at approximately 3:30 P.M. a male and female entered a business located in the 100 block of 5th Street. The male and female approached a customer and asked for money which he declined. The female and a male followed the victim out of the business and jumped him, stealing his money and product from he purchased from the business. The suspect’s pictures were captured on video surveillance that are attached to this release. ********************************************************************** If you have information about this or any other crime you are asked to contact Brandon Crime Stoppers @ 204-727-TIPS (8477), www.brandoncrimestoppers.com or by texting BCSTIP+your message to CRIMES (274637).  Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to Call Display.  Your call is not recorded and your identity will remain anonymous.  Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2000.00 cash for information that leads to the solution of a crime.

In a media release, Manitoba RCMP said "On June 15, 2023, at approximately 11:40 am, Brandon RCMP responded to a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 1 and Highway 5. A semi-trailer was heading eastbound on Highway 1 and a bus carrying a number of senior citizens from Dauphin was headed southbound on Highway 5. The bus had already crossed the westbound lanes of Highway 1 and was crossing the eastbound lanes when it was struck by the semi. Immediately, it became apparent that this was a mass casualty situation and the RCMP deployed all available resources to the area which included, RCMP officers from across western Manitoba, Forensic Identification Services and a Forensic Collision Reconstructionist. At this time we can confirm there were 15 fatalities, and 10 people taken to hospital with various injuries. Major Crime Services has taken carriage of the investigation and is currently on scene. A family support centre has been set-up in Dauphin in the basement of the Lutheran Church at 2 Kirby Avenue East. We have officers there who can answer questions for families who are concerned. Families can also call the support centre at 204-647-5058. RCMP continue to investigate and will provide updates when possible."

KFC Express will expand in Brandon to adding a location on the Trans Canada. The former Quiznos location at the Esso will soon be converted into a KFC Express. They expect to be open before August 1st. KFC has over 600 locations in Canada.

Father's Day Grilling Contest this Saturday at J and G Homes Arena. Interactive DJ & Music from 4PM to 10PM 9-hole Mini Golf SIN BIN Beer Gardens Outdoor Live Bands - 2 Different bands. (45-minute sets) $10 cover charge $15 All-You-Can-Eat- Buffet  

On June 12, 2023 at approximately 6:00 am, police responded with BFES to a residential fire in the 100 block of 8th street N.  There were no reported injuries, and the fire has been extinguished.  Police suspect the fire may have been started intentionally and continue to investigate. Anyone with information regarding this fire is encouraged to contact Brandon Police Service at 204-729-2345 or https://www.brandon.ca/police-contact/police-contact.