On December 8, 2023, at 1:00 am, police conducted a traffic stop in the 1700 block of Van Horne.  Police observed drugs within the vehicle and an investigation into the three occupants ensued. One of the occupants, a 23-year-old female, was to abide by a daily curfew and was arrested.  Upon her arrest police found her to be in possession of illicit drugs, including cocaine and meth.  She was lodged at Brandon Police Service and will appear in court today on charges of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Cocaine, Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Meth, and Fail to Comply with Undertaking. A 36-year-old male was arrested and lodged at Brandon Police Service.  He will appear in court today on charges of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Cocaine and Possession of Proceeds of Property obtained by Crime. A 26-year-old female was arrested and later released to appear in court on March 14, 2024, on charges of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Cocaine and Possess Proceeds of Crime. Police seized approximately 13 grams of cocaine in total, 5 grams of meth, cash, and drug trafficking paraphernalia.

On June 18, 2023, police received a report of a sexual assault at a residence.  Investigation revealed that the 33-year-old male suspect assaulted the adult female victim in her home while he was a guest there. Police were unable to locate the male, and a warrant for his arrest was issued.  

On December 4, 2023, at approximately 10:42 am, police responded with BFES to a structure fire in a multi-unit residence in the 100 block of 12th street.  The tenants were evacuated, and the fire was contained.  There were no reported injuries.  The fire is believed to have been caused due to electrical work which was being completed at the time.

The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is: “WANTED BY POLICE”: Kaley BELL FOR Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose. On June 21, 2023, Kaley BELL was in possession of a can of bear spray and was therefore charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. Additionally, BELL was on probation order at the time and breached her condition that stated to not be in possession of any weapon. BELL was arrested, released and has failed to attend court. Kaley BELL’s whereabouts are unknown at this time, please contact Brandon crime stoppers with any information. ***************** 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. ***************** The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a Mischief to Property Under $5000. On November 25th, 2023, a male was caught on video surveillance spray painting the outside East wall of City Hall located at 410 9th Street. The video surveillance video is attached to this release.

The City of Brandon has received an Outstanding Achievement Award from Communities in Bloom and is a recipient of the Community of Gardeners Award. Communities in Bloom is a national volunteer and partnership-driven organization that encourages enhancements of green spaces, heritage conservation, and nurturing environmental sustainability. The objective for the Community of Gardeners Award is to recognize broad Community Involvement in gardening and horticulture projects. Brandon's numerous public gardens and greenspaces are held in high regard by the residents of Brandon with hundreds of volunteers taking part in making Brandon beautiful. These volunteers, in collaboration with city staff and a variety of community organizations, participate in maintaining public floral displays, managing community gardens, facilitating workshops, and events like Arbor Day, National Garden Day, Seedy Saturday, and the Open Garden Tours. “The City of Brandon is very appreciative of the acknowledgement of this award from Communities in Bloom,” says Perry Roque, City of Brandon Parks & Recreation Director. “We thank the many organizations and volunteers who form the foundation of our City’s Community of Gardeners. It would not be possible for Brandon to have such beautiful gardens and greenspaces without their efforts.” More information on the City’s Forestry & Horticulture Section or Community Gardens can be found on brandon.ca. To register for a garden plot or to receive email updates regarding garden workshops or volunteer opportunities, email recreation@brandon.ca.