Source: BPS News Release On June 16, 2022, police attempted to conduct a traffic stop in the laneway of the 800 block of Rosser Ave at 4:23 pm.  A passenger got out of the vehicle and began to walk towards the cruiser.  When the officer got out of the cruiser, the suspect driver reversed their vehicle into the cruiser, striking it three times.  The officer and the passenger who exited the suspect vehicle were unharmed. The suspect vehicle then attempted to drive away eastbound on Pacific Ave at a high rate of speed where it struck another vehicle as it approached 1st street and crashed into a hydro box by 4:24pm. The two suspects attempted to flee on foot towards the rail yard as police arrived at the crash site. The 28-year-old female suspect from Peterborough Ontario was arrested after a short foot pursuit.  She was found hiding under a train car.  She was lodged at Brandon Police Service and will appear in court today on charges of Resist Police Officer and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime. The 25-year-old male suspect driver from Port Hope Ontario was arrested after he was located by police K-9 hiding in the weeds at the riverbank.  He was in possession of ID of another individual at the time of his arrest. The male suspect was lodged at Brandon Police Service and will appear in court today on charges of Assault PO, Resist PO, Flight from Police, Dangerous Operation of Motor Vehicle, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, Failure to Stop after an Accident, Failure to Stop after an Accident Causing Bodily Harm, and Fail to Comply with Release Order. Both suspects sustained injuries from the accident and the male suspect received minor injuries from the police K-9.  They were treated at the hospital prior to being lodged.  

“CRIME STOPPERS WANTED” for: June 17th, 2022 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is: “WANTED BY POLICE” Daniel William Ray MATEYCHUK (41 yrs)  FOR  Failing to Attend Court While on charge for disobeying a court order and drug related charges, the accused, Daniel MATEYCHUK, failed to attend court.  On June 10th, 2022, a warrant for his arrest was issued by the courts.  If you know the whereabouts of Daniel MATEYCHUK please call. ***************** If you have any information as to the whereabouts of this person or anyone else “Wanted by Police” 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. ****************************************************************** CRIME OF THE WEEK for June 3rd, 2022 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a; Theft Under $5000 On June 1st, 2022, a female stole a large quantity of meat from a business in the 3400’ block of Victoria Ave.  She is described as thin build, approximately 5’6”, 35-40 years of age, with shoulder length reddish/brown hair.  Photographs of the suspect are attached below.  

Source: BNPS News Release On June 14, 2022 shortly after 6:00 am, police attended to a report of a serious assault in a residence on Acadia Blvd. Police discovered a 39-year-old male alone at the scene with significant injuries caused by multiple suspects who left prior to police arrival.  The victim was transported via ambulance to the hospital to be treated. Police continue to investigate.

This Thursday, June 16th, landmarks across the province are turning red in honour of 100 years of Easter Seals in Canada! Manitoba Possible, the provincial affiliate of Easter Seals Canada, is partnering with some of the provinces most recognized and beloved landmarks to celebrate the valuable contributions and leadership of Canadians with disabilities, and to highlight the work of individuals, organizations and communities who are removing barriers. Landmarks lighting up in red on June 16th: Brandon: o   Brandon City Hall – City of Brandon o   Brandon University will be hosting a flag raising on June 16th at 9:00AM and a red- themed floral garden has been planted on the university grounds in honour of the centennial. Dauphin: Watson Art Centre Morden: Bruce the Mosasaur at the Morden Welcome Sign – City of Morden Selkirk: Selkirk Water Tower – City of Selkirk Steinbach: Big Red Car - Steinbach Auto Dealers Winnipeg: o   Manitoba Legislative Building (tower) - Province of Manitoba o   WINNIPEG sign at The Forks – City of Winnipeg o   Alloway Hall – Manitoba Museum This celebration is a call to action to accelerate the progress towards an inclusive and accessible society for all. Please join Manitoba Possible / Easter Seals Manitoba in reflecting on ongoing efforts to become a better, more accessible, more disability inclusive Canada. Manitoba Possible invites Manitobans to check out one or more of the eight Manitoba landmarks lit up in red after dark, and to reflect on our ongoing efforts to become a better, more accessible, more disability inclusive Canada. Members of the public can view the light displays from dusk on June 16 till dawn on June 17, 2022. Sharing on social media is encouraged, using the hashtags #EasterSeals100Years, #ESMB, #MakeItPossible and #EasterSealsCentennial.  

Source: BPS Twitter On June 10th, 2022, shortly after midnight, members of the BPS Crime Suppression Section and Organized Crime Sections executed a CDSA search warrant on a residence in the 1000 block of 26th Street. The search resulted in locating 3 oz of meth with a street value of $4000, pills, and various drug trafficking paraphernalia. A 50-year-old female was arrested and later released to appear in court Aug 11th, for Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Meth.