Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release At 8:05 am Saturday morning, Brandon Police attended a residence in the north end for a report of a gunshot.  A 25-year-old female was located with a gunshot wound to her leg.  A 29-year-old Brandon male was arrested and confirmed that he was trying to unload a shotgun when it went off striking his girlfriend.  Both parties involved indicated that the shooting was accidental.  A bolt-action 12-gauge shotgun was located by police and seized as evidence.  The male was released from custody and will appear in court in January.  Information about the medical condition of the victim is not available at this time.

Source:  Brandon Police Service Media Release On Friday, police were dispatched to a business in the 600 block of Rosser Ave. regarding a theft that had occurred.  It appears that a culprit(s) had entered the business via an unlocked rear door and proceeded to steal personal items belonging to staff from inside the business.  The matter is still under investigation. On Friday at approximately 15:00 hrs, police were notified that a male was in a business at the Corral Centre stealing merchandise.  Police located and arrested a 26 yr. old male in the area who was found to be in possession of approximately $500.00 worth of stolen goods.  The male was found to be also bound by conditions not to attend the Corral Centre.  he was arrested and detained at the Brandon Correctional Centre and will appear before a Justice on the matter

It’s that time of year again, Brandon Police Service in Partnership with MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Drivers) and LGCA of Manitoba will conducting Operation Festive Spirits this Holiday Season. For the month of December, Brandon Police Service will be taking a pro-active enforcement and educational approach through a Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) aimed to reduce impaired driving in the City of Brandon, increase awareness of the cost of impaired driving and ultimately show Manitoba motoring public that finding a safe way home this festive season is the only option. High visibility Check Stops and targeted saturated patrols will be set out across the city in an effort to detect, deter and enforce traffic laws in relation to alcohol related offences including impaired and aggressive driving. In addition through media releases, we will attempt to educate the public on the cost and end result of impaired driving and its related offences. The message that the Brandon Police Service is sending to the motoring public is a simple one: If you choose to drink or do drugs, do the right thing and select or choose a designated driver. Please celebrate the Christmas season, but do it responsibly and Don’t Drink and Drive.

BRANDON, MB – The Keystone Centre has received a grant of $45,000 from the Brandon Area Community Foundation (BACF). The Brandon Area Community Foundation originally contributed to the purchase and install of retractable bleachers for the Kinsmen and Enns Brother Arenas in 2016. This grant will support the purchase of a specialized motor to retract the bleachers which will, in-turn, extend the life of the equipment. “This was a crucial purchase to ensure these bleachers will be able to sustain the frequent conversions to accommodate our multi-use facility,” said Jeff Schumacher, general manager, Keystone Centre. “The price tag was too high for us to purchase this add-on at the outset but with this support from BACF we are pleased to be able to install the bleacher motor so that we can ensure this important equipment has as long of a lifespan as possible.” "The Brandon Area Community Foundation is pleased to provide this funding to the Keystone Centre. The two smaller hockey rinks where the BACF-sponsored bleachers are located play host to many families in Brandon and the Westman area, and we're happy to support the Keystone Centre staff in the work they do to adapt the areas for multiple uses,” said Bev Cumming Chairperson for Brandon Area Community Foundation.  

As of the end of November, 237 Manitoba drivers have had their driver’s licence suspended ─ for the minimum three-day period ─ since Manitoba’s new distracted driving law took effect November 1. The Winnipeg Police Service reports having apprehended 149 drivers, while the RCMP and Brandon Police Service reported that 67 and 21 drivers, respectively, were charged for using hand-operated electronic devices while driving. “Distracted driving remains a very serious road safety issue in Manitoba,” said Satvir Jatana, vice-president responsible for communications, Manitoba Public Insurance. “In 2017 alone, distracted driving was a contributing factor in more than 15,000 collisions, while 30 Manitobans lost their lives in distracted-related motor vehicle collisions. “These police enforcement numbers confirm that too many Manitobans are still not getting the message about the dangers and consequences of distracted driving, and that should be a concern for all road users,” added Jatana. In addition to an immediate roadside suspension, drivers convicted of using a hand-operated electronic device while driving also face a fine of $672 and five demerits on the Driver Safety Rating Scale. "Our officers regularly see distracted drivers cause collisions that result in serious injury and even death on roadways throughout the province, these drivers are a clear risk to all Manitobans,” said Assistant Commissioner Scott Kolody, Commanding Officer of the Manitoba RCMP and President of the Manitoba Association Chiefs of Police. “These new, strong penalties send a very clear message that such driving behaviour will not be tolerated. Officers across the province will continue to look for, ticket and suspend distracted drivers so that Manitoba roads are safer for everyone.”