At 10:57 AM Friday morning, it was reported that a pick-up truck had just been stolen from outside of an Evergreen Blvd residence.  Approximately 10 minutes later, the truck was seen by Police in the area of 34th St & Victoria Ave.. A traffic stop was attempted; however, the truck accelerated away and was being driven in a dangerous manner.  For public safety, Police did not purse.  Approximately 15 minutes after that, a family member of the truck’s owner reported seeing the truck southbound on 18th St, and shortly thereafter reported that the driver had abandoned the truck and fled on foot.  With the help of  a bystander, the family member made a citizen’s arrest, and the suspect was turned over to Police, who arrived on scene 2 minutes later.  A 39 year-old male was arrested for theft of motor vehicle, dangerous operation, and flight from police.  He was held in custody and will appear before the court today.

New Charges: Theft Under $5000 / Breach of Release Order / Possession of Fentanyl On August 15th a police officer noticed a wanted 28-year-old male in Aster Crescent. The male fled on his bike. After a brief foot chase, the male was arrested on an unendorsed warrant. A search of a backpack resulted in locating 2.08 grams of Fentanyl and two .22 rounds contrary to his previous Release conditions. The male was also a suspect in a theft that occurred on August 14th. The stolen item was found in his backpack. The male was arrested, charged accordingly, lodged, and will attend court this morning on August 16th, 2024. Breach of Peace On August 15th police were called to a business in the 700 block of 18th Street for a male that was outside causing a disturbance. Police attended and asked the male to leave however he refused to do and instead tried to fight police. He was taken into custody and lodged to prevent further disturbance. He will be released when calm.

Shooting – Bullet Through Garage Door On August 14th at 7:05PM police attended a residence on Lily Crescent where the owner found what appeared to be a bullet hole in the door to the garage. Police continue to investigate. On August 15th at 12:55AM police were informed caller heard a gunshot/saw a muzzle flash on the southeast side of the Colonial Inn. Police attended to the area, K9 called out and attempted a track. Spoke to resident of Lily Crescent and no new holes located. Surveillance is under review and police continue to investigate. Anyone with information is asked to contact Brandon Police Service. Theft Under $5000 X2 On August 14th at 1:46PM police were at a business in the Corral Centre on another matter when they were informed the store had someone in custody for shoplifting. The 26-year-old male had tried shoplifting approximately $150 in clothing. Released on an Undertaking with a court date of October 24th, 2024. Possession of Dangerous Weapon On August 15th at 12:52AM a persons check was conducted in the 1300 block of Rosser Avenue and was found to be in possession of a weapon. (Metal bar with screws attached to a chain). The 43-year-old male was arrested and later released on an Undertaking with a court date of October 24th, 2024.

As a way to minimize distractions in schools, the Manitoba government is banning the use of cellphones in the classroom starting this September, Education and Early Childhood Learning Minister Nello Altomare announced today. “We want young people to be able to focus in class so they can learn more and feel confident. We know cellphones can be a real distraction for students – studies show it can take up to 20 minutes for a child to refocus on what they were learning once distracted,” Altomare said. “These provincial guidelines will give teachers the tools they need to keep students focused and ensure class time is spent on learning. Plus, we will take safety and medical concerns into account so all risks are minimized.” Schools and school divisions will implement updated policies as students head back to school in September to ensure consistency across the province, which include: banning cellphone use during school hours, including lunch and breaks, for students in kindergarten to Grade 8; banning cellphone use for students in grades 9 to 12 during class time, with cellphone use permitted during breaks and lunch; and clear direction for cellphone use in classrooms for school staff. Guidelines will include exceptions to support students with medical and diverse learning needs, as well as cellphone use for educational purposes in grades 9 to 12 when directed by classroom teachers. “Our school implemented cellphone restrictions last school year that did not allow students to use cellphones during class time,” Evan Janzen Roth, senior years mathematics teacher and department head, Collège Sturgeon Heights Collegiate. “Students were allowed to use cellphones on their breaks. I have noticed that with these restrictions in place, when students would finish work or assessments early, it has given them the opportunity to read more books or engage more with their peers and teachers. The restrictions have also increased students focus without the distraction of their phones. It has been really nice that the cellphone policy was school wide so that everyone had the same expectations, and it was quite easy to implement because of that.” Under the Public Schools Act, school divisions are required to establish use of technology policies tailored to local needs, the minister noted.

The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is “WANTED BY POLICE”: Joshua FAWCETT FOR Theft Under $5000 & Fail to Comply with Release Order.  On August 7th, 2024, Joshua FAWCETT was identified thru video surveillance entering a business located in the 1000 block of 18th Street, where he stole a box of Winchester ammunition. At the time of the theft, FAWCETT was on a Release Order with conditions not to possess ammunition. FAWCETT’s whereabouts are unknown at this time, please contact Brandon crime stoppers with any information. CRIME OF THE WEEK for August 15, 2024 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a Break & Enter.  On August 12, 2024, two unknown males smashed the glass door and made entry into a business located in the 100 block of 18th Street. Once inside the thieves were captured on video surveillance stealing folding knives and glass bongs. ******************* 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.