On Dec. 29 at 2pm, #rcmpmb responded to a semi on fire on Highway 1, just east of Carberry. Driver was going west on Hwy 1 when he saw flames. He stopped the truck & got out safely with two other passengers. Semi & nine vehicles on the trailer were all completely destroyed. pic.twitter.com/vfD5folR3M — RCMP Manitoba (@rcmpmb) December 30, 2023

A 32 year old Female from Brandon has been charged with Possession of Property Obtained by Crime and Theft under $5000.  Police had received a report that a cat had been stolen from a residence on 11th Street.  An investigation revealed a suspect and when Police attended to the suspect’s residence the cat was located inside.  Also located inside were numerous items stolen prior from a retail store.  The Accused has been released from custody to attend court on February 12th.

The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is: “WANTED BY POLICE”: Cody GENAILLE FOR Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm. On September 11, 2023, Cody GENAILLE was in possession of a bolt action rife without being the holder of a licence and while he was prohibited from doing so. Cody GENAILLE’s whereabouts are unknown at this time, please contact Brandon crime stoppers with any information. ***************** 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. ****************************************************************** The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a Theft. On September 23rd, 2023, a male entered a parked car and stole a wallet containing ID and bank cards. The thief then proceeded to purchase items with the bank cards at a business located in the 800 block of 1st Street. The suspect was captured on video surveillance.

Break and Enter to Residential Storage Units On December 27, 2023, police responded to a report that at least 12 residential storage units on Crocus Gardens Road were broken into between December 25 and December 27.  Suspects pried the door to gain entry, and once inside stole numerous items including 2 shotguns and 5 rifles, that were stored inside a locked cabinet.  Also stolen was an antique silverware set and dish.  Members of the Forensic identification Unit attended to process the scene.  Police continue to investigate. Anyone with information regarding this B&E and Theft is encouraged to contact Brandon Police Service at 204-729-2345 or https://www.brandon.ca/police-contact/police-contact. Break and Enter to Business On December 28, 2023, at approximately 4:00 am, police responded to a break and enter to a business in the 200 block of Rosser Ave.  Suspects gained entry by damaging a window.  Once inside they stole two fat bikes. Police continue to investigate. Anyone with information regarding this B&E and Theft is encouraged to contact Brandon Police Service at 204-729-2345 or https://www.brandon.ca/police-contact/police-contact.

Assault with a Weapon On December 26, 2023, at approximately 6:30 pm, police responded to a report of an assault in the 1500 block of 18th street.  Investigation revealed that a male suspect assaulted another male with a knife.  The victim was treated in the hospital for a minor injury. Police located and arrested the 22-year-old male suspect at approximately 6:45 pm near 9th street and Maryland Ave.  He was later released to appear in court on March 7, 2024, on charges of Assault with a Weapon, Assault Cause Bodily Harm and Possess Weapon. Assault with a Weapon On December 26, 2023, at approximately 8:00 am, police responded to a report of a domestic assault at a residence.  The female victim was transported to the hospital via ambulance to be treated and released for injuries caused by the 28-year-old male suspect, including minor injuries caused by an edged weapon.  Police arrested the suspect at the residence.  He was lodged at Brandon Police Service and will appear in court today on charges of Assault X3, Assault with a Weapon, Uttering Threats and Fail to Comply with Undertaking.