On August 12th at 3:13AM police received a report of a break and enter to a business in the 100 block of 18th Street. Two suspects, both dressed in black, stole nine folding knives, three glass bongs and lighters. One with a backpack with a Nike swoosh and red shoes, the other wore a red bandana on the face. If you have any information pertaining to this incident, please contact police. Police continue to investigate.

On August 8th, at 10:31pm Police received a report of a Robbery in the 1000 block of Rosser Ave. During the robbery the 29yr old female victim was physically assaulted and her cell phone, tablet and purse was taken. Three (3) suspects were identified with one of them, a 41yr old female, arrested shortly after the incident. On August 10th a second suspect, a 27yr old female, was located and arrested and lodged to appear in Court today. The third female suspect has yet to be located.

On August 8th at 8:10PM police conducted a traffic stop at 1st Street north and the Trans-Canada Highway. The vehicle windows were tinted heavily, contrary to provisions of the Vehicle Equipment, Safety and Inspection Regulation under the Highway Traffic Act. While speaking with the 24-year-old male it was learned that he was in possession of cannabis in the middle console of the vehicle. He was arrested under the Provincial Offences Act for Unlawful Transportation of Cannabis in or on a vehicle. While seizing the cannabis a further search found 3 cell phones, a large bundle of $50 dollar bills bound by an elastic totaling $2800. Within the vehicle hatch area where the spare tire is located, three 1-kilogram bricks of cocaine were found. (Potential street value if sold at the gram level of $240,000). The vehicle was towed, and a further search found prepackaged baggies of cocaine, a loaded Glock handgun, and an extended loaded magazine. The 24-year-old male was arrested and lodged for court in the morning on August 9th, 2024.  Charges include Possession of Prohibited Firearm with Ammo, Possession of Prohibited Weapon of Ammo X2, Transport Firearm Contrary to Regulation, Possession of Weapon Obtained by Crime, Unauthorized Possession of Firearm in Motor Vehicle, Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Crack Cocaine, Trafficking Cocaine, Trafficking Crack Cocaine, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime – Proceeds.

The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is: “WANTED BY POLICE”: Haben GUESH GEBREHIWOT FOR Possession of Weapon & Resist Arrest. On June 26th, 2024, police observed Haben GUESH GEBREHIWOT, point and deploy bear spray at a male he was chasing in the 800 block Rosser Avenue. GUESH GEBREHIWOT fled from police however, was apprehended after a short foot pursuit. GUESH GEBREHIWOT’s whereabouts are unknown at this time, please contact Brandon crime stoppers with any information. CRIME OF THE WEEK for August 8, 2024 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a Assault. On April 4, 2024, an unknown male was captured on video surveillance assaulting another male while outside a business located in the 1000 block of 18th Street. The victim sustained injuries to his face that required medical treatment. ************************** 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.

On August 7th a security guard reported they were at the 800 block of Rosser Avenue when a highly intoxicated male got off a bus and bear hugged him. Upon releasing from the hug, the suspect proceeded to punch the security guard in the face. The suspect was located in the area by police and arrested for assault. The male was lodged due to intoxication level and to prevent further incident. Will be released once sober in the morning on an Undertaking with a court date of October 7th, 2024.