Take Motor Vehicle Without Owners Consent / Theft Under $5000, Failure to Attend Court On October 9th at 1:00PM police were called to the area of the 800 block of Lorne Avenue for a female running into traffic and trying to get into moving vehicles. She was found to have an endorsed and unendorsed Warrant of Arrest. She was arrested, held in detention cells and will attend court in the morning on October 10th, 2024. Arrest Warrant On October 9th police did a walk-thru of a business in the 000 block of 10th Street. A 35-year-old male was found to be present and subject of an endorsed warrant. He was arrested and later released on an Appearance Notice with a court date of November 19th, 2024, in Thompson.

The Manitoba government is introducing legislation that would regulate the retail sale of long-bladed weapons, including machetes, knives and swords, Justice Minister Matt Wiebe announced today. “Our government is committed to getting tough on crime and this new legislation would help keep our communities safer by restricting access to weapons such as machetes, knives and swords,” said Wiebe. “We've heard loud and clear: the purchase of these weapons needs to be restricted. We’re pleased to be moving forward to take real action to make our streets safer.” Bill 39, the long-bladed weapon control act, aims to limit the supply of long-bladed weapons to individuals with dangerous intentions by: requiring retailers to securely store long-bladed weapons in a way that prevents the public from accessing them without assistance; prohibiting the retail sale of long-bladed weapons to minors under 18; requiring purchasers to provide photo identification; and requiring retailers to retain records, including purchaser information and transaction details, for a minimum of two years. “Manitoba has seen significant success in deterring crime through regulating the retail sale of products targeted for criminal purposes,” said Wiebe. “Access controls, age restrictions and identification and record-keeping requirements have proven effective at combatting crime. Our government is expanding this approach to address long-bladed weapon violence in the province.” The bill defines long-bladed weapons as having a metal blade at least 30 centimetres in length. The minister noted the definition could be expanded through regulation to include certain features or characteristics, in response to emerging community safety needs. “Ensuring the safety and well-being of our AMC member nations is paramount. I want to recognize and applaud the efforts of the minister of justice to address the concerns put forth by First Nations leadership with this long blade weapons control act,” said Acting Grand Chief Betsy Kennedy, Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC). “The AMC looks forward to continue being a part of this conversation and to work with Manitoba to draft a regulatory framework that prioritizes the protection of First Nation citizens in Manitoba." The legislation would also apply to online retailers shipping long-bladed weapons to Manitoba addresses, added Wiebe. “The Manitoba Association of Chiefs of Police strongly supports provincial legislation that restricts the purchase of long-bladed machetes or knives by those who are acquiring with the intent to use for an unlawful or violent purpose,” said Scot Halley, president, Manitoba Association of Chiefs of Police. “Edged weapon and machete attacks have dramatically increased in the last number of years, the consequences of which can cause significant life-altering injuries or sometimes be fatal. This legislation is another tool to assist law enforcement in keeping these weapons out of the hands of the gang and criminal elements.” If passed through the legislature, the bill would take effect on proclamation and be accompanied by regulations that would include additional long-bladed weapon features and characteristics, as well as exemptions where necessary, noted Wiebe. The minister added the province plans to consult retail businesses, law enforcement and Indigenous leadership to develop the regulations in the coming months.

On October 8th at 5:45PM police received notice of a vehicle roll-over/accident just outside of Brandon on the #1 Highway near Chater MB. Police were advised the vehicle had rolled but landed back on its wheels and the driver continued to drive west bound and then struck several vehicles near the intersection of 1st St. N. and Hwy #1. Police attended and arrested the noted who was intoxicated and still driving the vehicle. The 23-year-old male was transported to hospital, cleared and then held at detention cells at Brandon Police Service. Paperwork and release will occur in the morning once sober.

Possession for Purpose of Trafficking / Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime On October 6th at 12:09PM Police were called to Brandon Regional Health Centre to assist with a disorderly patient who was in possession of a large amount of cocaine. Police attended and arrested a 32-year-old male who was under the influence and in possession of approximately 7.5 ounces of cocaine and $5370.00 cash. The male was medically cleared and lodged at BPS. He will attend court in the morning on October 7th, 2024. Assault On October 6th at 6:14PM an assault call came to BPS from the 1000 block of 4th Street. Police located and arrested the intoxicated 46-year-old male at an address in Brentwood Trailer Park. He was held in detention cells and will be released once sober on an Undertaking. Court date scheduled for December 2nd, 2024.   RCMP Warrant Executed / Failure to Comply with Release Order On October 6th at 11:49PM police conducted a traffic stop in the 900 block of 18th Street North. A 53-year-old male passenger in the vehicle was wanted on an RCMP Warrant of Arrest. He was bound by a 10pm-5am curfew of which he was breaching. The male was arrested, lodged in detention cells, and will attend court in the morning on October 7th, 2024. Source: BPS News Release October 7, 2024

Utter Threats & Assault PO On October 4th, Police received a report of a male that had uttered threats towards his Grandmother, causing her to flee the residence in fearing for her safety. Police located the 26yr old male suspect and while being arrested he attempted to strike the officer. He was eventually released on an Undertaking to appear in Court in December. Assault In the afternoon on October 4th, a female victim was punched in the face after leaving a residence in the zero hundred block of 13th St. N. The victim and the accused were not known to each other. The 44yr old female suspect was located in the area, charged accordingly and released on an Undertaking to appear in Court in December.