“CRIME STOPPERS WANTED” for: February 18th, 2022 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is: “WANTED BY POLICE” Serge Uwimana NDAHIRWA **Alias Chris** (37 yrs) FOR Failing to Attend Court In June of 2019, the accused, Serge NDAHIRWA, was charged for trafficking controlled substances and possession of stolen property. In July 2019, he failed to attend court to deal with the charges. A warrant of arrest was issued at that time as his whereabouts was unknown. It is believed he is now back in the Brandon area. Serge is also known by the name Chris. 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 February 18, 2022 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a; Mischief to Property On February 15 and 16, 2022, police responded to reports of vandalism, which occurred overnight, and are believed to be related. Suspects spray-painted several vehicles and buildings with tags including “goonies”, “raiders”, or “MLD”. They also caused damage to windows, primarily on vehicles. Police believe suspects fired a pellet gun to break the glass. The area that the mischief was committed is quiet large, and police are aware of at least twenty-five separate cases. The spread of the damage was as far southeast as Garwood Drive, as far southwest as the 800 block of 12th street, as far north west as Alaska Bay and as far north east as the 100 block of Lorne Ave. 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.

Thursday morning Brandon Firefighters Paramedics and the Brandon Police Service responded to a fire at a new building currently under construction in the 4100 block of Victoria Ave. Emergency crews quickly had a number of intersections in the area blocked off to avoid congestion. Liam Pattison, of Liam Pattison Photography, was onsite and captured the following images. STRUCTURE FIRE BFES and police are currently responding to a structure fire near the intersection of VICTORIA Ave and E. FOTHERINGHAM drive. Traffic is being diverted away from Victoria Ave. Please avoid the area. We will provide more updates as they become available.#BDNMB pic.twitter.com/mmCrjLXL42 — Brandon Police Service (@BrandonPolice) February 17, 2022  

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On February 15, 2022, shortly before 4:00 pm, members of the Crime Suppression Section conducted a traffic stop on Hwy 1, several Km east of Brandon.  Investigation revealed the 27-year-old male driver from Alberta was in possession of 2.5 kg of cocaine.  The suspect was lodged at Brandon Police Service following his arrest and will appear in court today on charges of Possession For the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine.

To celebrate Kin Canada's Day of KINdness (Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022), the Kinsmen Club of Brandon will be setting up flocks of bright pink flamingos at City Hall, the police station, the fire hall, selected long-term care facilities, and the hospital. The flamingos bring a welcome pop of colour to a wintry white landscape, and they are meant as a "Thank you" to Brandon's first responders and other people who have been hard at work throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The flocks are also available to celebrate your special day! For more information on how to "flock" a friend for their birthday, graduation, retirement, or just because, please email flockmasterj@brandonkin.ca. For more information on the Kinsmen Club of Brandon, please visit https://brandonkin.ca/kinsmen; to learn more about Kin Canada—the only all-Canadian service organzation—visit https://kincanada.ca. (Submitted)

Assiniboine Community College is partnering with Brandon Flight Centre to deliver a new Aviation Management certificate program in fall 2022. The two-year program is open to both domestic and international applicants, and is an entry point for those looking for a career in the aviation industry. “Aviation is a key component in many industries in Manitoba, from agriculture and hydro to medical transport and access to northern and remote communities,” said David Creighton, CEO of Brandon Flight Centre. “This program will help to support those essential services by providing high quality training from within the communities they serve.” The program will provide students with the core competencies to succeed through specialized business courses with industry-specific content, including project management, mathematics for pilots, marketing principles and ethical responsibilities. “Delivering this program is a great fit for Assiniboine’s aim to meet industry and community needs through responsive programming,” said Michael Cameron, Dean, Community Development. “Assiniboine is looking forward to a partnership with Brandon Flight Centre that will provide learners who are interested in aviation with a great opportunity to launch this dynamic and in-demand career.” The Aviation Management certificate will provide many available career paths for graduates, including work on commercial and regional airlines, cargo and military flying, or more local options like working in agriculture or instruction. “Whether you are looking to see the world, or be home every night with your family, there are many different opportunities to choose from,” said Creighton. “We are confident that this will provide the best training to prepare our students for the emerging future of post-pandemic aviation.” The program is designed as a starting point and requires no previous flight experience. Graduates of the program will receive a Transport Canada issued Commercial Pilot License, a minimum of 200 hours of flight time and the business knowledge necessary to get started in an aviation career. Applications for this program are currently open. For more information on the Aviation Management program, or to apply, visit assiniboine.net/aviation. (ACC College News)