Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On Saturday morning at approximately 4:40 a.m., a highly intoxicated male youth attended the Police Service and was subsequently detained under the Intoxicated Person Detention Act. An unmarked Police vehicle parked in the Police Service Parking lot was later noticed to have a smashed out window. Further investigation revealed that the male youth used a metal bar to smash out the window just prior to entering the Police Service. The 16 year old male was subsequently arrested for Mischief to Property. He was released from custody and scheduled to appear in Court in January.

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On December 24th 2018, Police received a complaint from a business that a female filled up her vehicle with over $100.00 worth of gasoline and left without paying. The female suspect was identified through video surveillance and turned herself into Police on Friday evening. The 42 year old female from Rapid City was arrested for Theft Under $5000 and released to attend Court in February.

Source: Brandon Police Service Medias Release On Saturday morning at approximately 2:00 a.m., Officers responded to three 911 calls reporting a fight involving several people in an alleyway in the downtown area. A 46 year old man from Brandon was located and found to be involved in the altercation. The male was bleeding from his mouth and while Officers were treating the male and attempting to determine the nature of the altercation, the male became combative and spit blood on one of the attending Police Officers. The man was arrested for Assault Peace Officer and after receiving medical treatment for the injuries sustained during the original altercation he was released to attend Court in February. The Police Officer did not require medical attention.

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living is reminding Manitobans of health concerns related to colder temperatures, expected to occur within the coming days. Exposure to cold can result in health problems such as frostbite or hypothermia, which can be life threatening. Anyone who isn’t dressed for the cold weather is at risk, although health risks are greatest for: •    older adults; •    infants and young children; •    people with chronic illnesses, such as a heart condition; •    newcomers to Canada; •    people who are homeless or transient; •    people living in homes that are poorly insulated; •    outdoor workers; and •    outdoor sports enthusiasts. Check on neighbours, friends and older family members regularly, especially those who are ill or living alone. The health effects of cold can be reduced by: •    dressing in multiple layers and covering exposed skin; •    wearing wool, silk or polypropylene inner layers of clothing as they hold more body heat than cotton; •    wearing waterproof and windproof outer layers; •    choosing warm mittens instead of gloves; •    never leaving infants and young children unattended, and ensuring they are dressed appropriately; •    having a buddy when enjoying winter weather activities who can offer immediate assistance in an emergency; and •    avoiding alcohol consumption before going out in the cold as alcohol increases the risk of hypothermia by contributing to heat loss. Watch for symptoms of cold-related illness: •   frostbite: ­    - discoloured skin (whitish, yellow, grey, or blistered); ­    - tingling, burning sensation or numbness to exposed areas; •   hypothermia: ­    - uncontrollable shivering, drowsiness or exhaustion, confusion, or slurred speech. Infants may have very low energy and bright red cold skin.  A person with severe hypothermia may be unconscious and may not seem to have a pulse or to be breathing.  If emergency medical care is needed for someone who may have frostbite or hypothermia, move them to a warm place if possible and call for help. Take action to stay safe in extreme cold: •    Check the weather report before going outside and prepare accordingly. •    Warm up by taking regular breaks in heated buildings such as libraries and malls. •    Bring pets and other animals inside or to sheltered areas with non-frozen drinking water. •    Reschedule outdoor activities and/or limit time outdoors if severe weather is forecast. •    Stay on the approved paths when participating in outdoor activities. Check road conditions before departing by calling Manitoba Highways at 511 or visiting www.manitoba511.ca/en/. Winterize vehicles by keeping gas tanks full, using winter tires and keeping a well-stocked winter safety kit in vehicles.  More information can be found at www.getprepared.gc.ca/index-eng.aspx. If stranded, remain in the vehicle if possible until help is available.  Avoid driving or travelling by car in bad weather or when roads are very slippery. Take action to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.  Have a properly installed carbon monoxide detector in homes and make sure to maintain properly any fuel-burning equipment.  Do not use generators, barbeques or other fuel burning appliances indoors.  More information can be found at www.gov.mb.ca/health/publichealth/environmentalhealth/indoor.html#co2. Keep homes warm with a properly installed and maintained heat source.  If heating in a home is not sufficient: •    Dress in layers, as if outdoors. •    Use a blanket to cover bodies and elevate feet as the air is colder near the floor. •    Try not to sit for more than an hour.  Get up and walk around or consume a hot drink.  Move arms and legs and/or wiggle fingers and toes while sitting. Consider staying with a friend or family member.  Find out if the local community has a plan for warming shelters and how they can be accessed. For more information on cold and health, call Health Links–Info Santé at 204-788-8200 or (toll-free) at 1-888-315-9257.

Source:  Brandon Police Service Media Release On Thursday evening, a woman reported being involved in an altercation with her sister at a residence in the 700 block of 10th St.  During the argument, one of the women armed herself with a machete and cut the left hand of the victim, causing an injury that required several stitches.  The accused, a 19 year old woman from Sioux Valley, was located nearby, arrested for Assault with a Weapon and Possession of a Weapon for A Dangerous Purpose and released to appear in court in February.