Brandon inmate stabs another with sharpened toothbrush
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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…
Manitobans be ready for extreme cold weather this winter
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;…
Ring in the New Year Safely With Brandon Transit
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…
Citizen allegedly assaulted with a block of ice and with a pair of brass knuckles
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…
23 people charged with Impaired Driving during week 2 of the RCMP Holiday Checkstop Program
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…
