Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On September 18, 2022, at approximately 11:33am, police responded to a report of a road rage incident in the 2000 block of 9th Street.  A 25-year-old male suspect was driving in the area when he made a sudden U-turn in the middle of the block, almost causing an accident. The complainant continued to drive past him and down the street. The suspect then conducted another U-turn to catch up to the complainant and cut her off causing her to stop. Once they were stopped, the suspect proceeded to exit his vehicle and damage the complainant’s vehicle. He was later located and arrested. He will appear in Court on November 14th, 2022, on a charge of Mischief to property.

Earlier this evening, Brandon Police Service along with the Police K9 Unit were seen operating in the area of Durum Drive and Marquis Crescent in Brandon's south-end. A large perimeter appeared to have been set up, with numerous officers on-foot and in vehicles surrounding the area. A police K9 and their handler appeared to be tracking a suspect on foot, searching through yards and bushes in the area. At one point numerous officers could be seen running towards an area of Marquis Crescent where a takedown occurred with a suspect in a driveway. It is unclear what sparked this situation at this time.

“CRIME STOPPERS WANTED” for: September 16th, 2022 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is: “WANTED BY POLICE” Jeancarlo ALVARADO MARTINEZ (23 yrs) FOR Failing to Attend Court While on charge for 7 criminal offences including assault causing bodily harm and failing to attend court, Jeancarlo ALVARADO MARTINEZ once again failed to attend court. On August 23rd, 2022, a warrant for his arrest was issued as his current whereabouts is unknown. 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 September 16th, 2022 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a; Multiple Break & Enters to Sheds and Garages On September 14, police received 6 reports of Break and Enters to sheds and garages which occurred sometime overnight. The incidents occurred at the following locations: 100 block of 3rd Street 300 block of 3rd Street 400 block of 3rd Street 500 block of 2nd Street 400 block of 11th Street 300 block of 19th Street North Items stolen from within these locations included bikes, tents, and tools.

Source: BPS News Release Police received 6 reports of Break & Enters to sheds and garages that occurred sometime overnight between September 13th and 14th.  The incidents occurred at the following locations: 100 block of 3rd Street 300 block of 3rd Street 400 block of 3rd Street 500 block of 2nd Street 400 block of 11th Street 300 block of 19th Street North Items stolen from within these locations included bikes, tents, and tools.  These incidents are still under investigation.  Anyone with information is encouraged to call BPS at 204-729-2345 or Crime Stoppers at 204-727-(TIPS) 8477.

The City of Brandon in partnership with the Downtown Wellness and Safety Taskforce is introducing the Pilot Graffiti Removal Program. The pilot program has been created in response to the increase in graffiti throughout the downtown area. It is also an acknowledgment of the ongoing costs to commercial and residential owners associated with the clean-up costs. Funding for the Pilot Graffiti Removal Program was initially approved by City Council during the 2022 budget deliberations. It was also prioritized as a recommendation from the Downtown Wellness and Safety Taskforce. To ensure a streamlined approach, the online reporting tool was created in-house by the City of Brandon’s Innovation, Technology & Communications Department. This pilot program will also utilize a professional cleaning company to complete the clean-up at no cost to residents or businesses. To qualify for this program, the following conditions must be met: The property must be within the designated downtown area (see map as attached) The report must include at least one picture of the graffiti that is to be removed. The online reporting tool accepts up to three pictures The City of Brandon and authorized personnel will need access to the property. Requests for the pilot program can be submitted online at graffiti.brandon.ca. Requests will be responded to within two business days by a City of Brandon program administrator. If the request is approved, arrangements will be made for a professional cleaning company to visit the property and attempt to remove the graffiti via a power wash. This program does not include other services, such as painting or anti-graffiti coating. Requests submitted using this online tool are not sent to Brandon Police Service (BPS). To fill out a police report, please visit BPS at 1020 Victoria Avenue or call 204-729-2345.