Brandon Police Service Media Release On Saturday evening, Brandon Police received a report of an assault that occurred at Brandon Correctional Centre. An inmate used a modified toothbrush to stab a second inmate, who received three small puncture wounds. He received medical treatment for his wounds. A 27 year old Brandon man was arrested and charged with Assault with a Weapon and Breaching his Undertaking for possessing the weapon. He will appear for remand in the morning.

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living reminds Manitobans of health concerns related to colder temperatures. 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 heart and lung conditions; 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 (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; avoiding alcohol consumption before going out in the cold. Alcohol increases the risk of hypothermia by contributing to heat loss. Watch for symptoms of cold-related illness such as: discoloured skin (whitish, yellow, grey, or blistered); tingling, burning sensation, or numbness to exposed areas; 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 him/her to a warm place if you can, 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 you go out by calling Manitoba Highways at 511 or visiting www.manitoba511.ca/en/ winterize your vehicle by keeping your gas tank full, using winter tires and keeping a well-stocked winter safety kit in your car. Visit: https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/index-eng.aspx. if stranded, remain in your vehicle if possible until help is available. avoid driving or traveling 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 your home and make sure to properly maintain any fuel burning equipment. For more information on carbon monoxide safety visit: http://www.gov.mb.ca/health/publichealth/environmentalhealth/indoor.html#co2. keep your home warm with a properly installed and maintained heat source.  If you are unable to heat your home during the winter: dress in layers, as you would if you were outdoors. cover yourself with a blanket and put your feet up. The air is colder near the floor. try not to sit for more than an hour. Get up and walk around; consume a hot drink.  Move your arms and legs and/or wiggle your fingers and toes while sitting. consider staying with a friend or family member.  Find out if your 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 1-888-315-9257 (toll-free) or visit: www.gov.mb.ca/health/publichealth/environmentalhealth/cold.html www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hl-vs/iyh-vsv/environ/cold-extreme-froid-eng.php weather forecasts are available from Environment and Climate Change Canada at 204-983-2050 or at www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html.

Brandon, MB – Thanks to continued support from community sponsors, Brandon Transit is, once again, offering New Year’s Eve revellers a safe, FREE ride as they ring in the New Year at festivities across Brandon on December 31st. From 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 31st (New Year’s Eve) to 1 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 1st (New Year’s Day), Brandon Transit will run its buses on a regular modified (hourly) service.  During those hours, it will be free to get on or off the bus at any of those route’s designated stops. Once again supporting Brandon Transit’s efforts as program sponsor is Manitoba Public Insurance. Brandon Transit also thanks its local media partners Q Country 91.5 FM & 880 AM/94.7 Star FM, 96.1 BOB FM/101.1 The Farm, and the Brandon Sun for their assistance in promoting this important public service to the community. This is the seventh consecutive year Brandon Transit has offered its free New Year’s Eve Ride Program. Since the program began, almost 3,500 free complimentary rides have been provided! To plan your NYE travel route or for more information on Brandon Transit’s regular modified service routes, visit www.brandontransit.ca.

Brandon Police Service Media Release Yesterday afternoon at 2:30 p.m., police received a call that three males were attempting to break into vehicles at a business in the area of 18th Street and Brandon Avenue. The suspects were confronted by a citizen who held one male in custody while the other two suspects fled. The two who fled then returned to assist their co-accused and assaulted the citizen who had intervened. The citizen was struck with a block of ice and with a pair of brass knuckles in possession of one of the accused, and suffered minor injuries. One accused is an 18 year old male from Souris who was detained for Breach of the Peace, but will face no charges as a result of the investigation. Two males from Brandon are facing charges. One 21 year old man is charged with Possession of a Prohibited Weapon, Assault with a Weapon, and Breach of Probation. The second male, aged 19 years, is facing charges of Assault with a Weapon and Mischief to Property. All were detained at BCC and the two facing charges will appear in Brandon Provincial Court this morning.

Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Manitoba Week Two of the RCMP Holiday Checkstop Program, from December 11, 2017 to December 17, 2017, has resulted in 2306 vehicles checked across Manitoba during 50 Checkstops. Results from both Checkstops and regular patrol include: • 23 people charged with a Criminal Code Impaired Driving offence (22 alcohol-related and 1 drug-related) • The highest blood/alcohol reading reported was 230 mgs% (0.230-almost 3x legal limit)  • 10 alcohol-related tiered administrative roadside suspensions • 476 traffic-related provincial statute (Highway Traffic Act) charges laid (majority for speeding and seatbelt offences) along with 140 warnings for various offences • 15 Liquor & Gaming Control Act (LGCA) offences • 4 Other Criminal Code Driving offences There were no traffic-related fatalities during the second week of the program. Last year during week two, there was one traffic-related fatality. RCMP members conducted 52 Checkstops, checking 2680 vehicles. The combination of Checkstops and regular patrol resulted in 30 people being charged with Criminal Code Impaired Driving offences.