On October 16, 2023, at approximately 1:30 am, Brandon Police Service attended with BFES to a residential house fire in the 100 block of Rideau Street.  All the occupants including the family pets made it out safely.  The fire is believed to have started accidentally from items cooking on the stove.

The 12th annual Birdies for Brain Tumours Golf Tournament was held on June 24, 2023. Throughout the efforts of all the sponsors, volunteers, participants, organizers, supporters, donors, and friends, the event was able to provide donations to two charities to the sum of $15,400. $11,550 was donated to the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada and $3,850 was donated to the Brandon Regional Centre Foundation.  ⁣Since its inception in July of 2012, this event has raised more than $271,825 and helped raise awareness and funding for further brain tumour research.⁣ The 13th Annual Birdies for Brain Tumours Golf Tournament is scheduled for: Saturday, June 2, 2024 –Glen Lea Golf Course at 1pm.⁣

On October 12, 2023, at approximately 5:30 pm, police observed a male remove mail from a mailbox at a residence in the 700 block of 6th street.  Police confirmed with the homeowner that the suspect did not have reason to have access to the mail.  The 33-year-old male was arrested and found to be in possession of a machete upon his arrest.  He was lodged at Brandon Police Service and will be released today to appear in court on December 21, 2023, on charges of Theft From Mail and Possess Weapon.

The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is “WANTED BY POLICE”: Jorg RAUTENBERG FOR Assault & Assault by Choking. The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is: On September 16, 2023, Jorg RAUTENBERG assaulted a female by chocking her and punching her several times in the stomach. Police have been unable to locate and arrest RAUTENBERG for his involvement. A warrant of arrest has been issued for Jorg RAUTENBERG as her whereabouts are unknown at this time. ***************** 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 Theft Under $5000.  On October 8, 2023, at approximately 1:45 P.M, a male driving a 2014 GMC Sierra pickup truck, green and white in color attended a business located in the 1500 block 18th Street North. The male suspect backed the truck up to the front entrance of a business, loaded a snow blower and drove off without paying.

Crossing the Line Charity Event Launches Progressive 50/50 Raffle Brandon, MB - Crossing the Line, the highly anticipated charity event dedicated to raising funds for transitional housing in Brandon, is thrilled to announce the launch of its Progressive 50/50 Raffle. This exciting addition to the event promises not only generous cash prizes but also the opportunity for participants to contribute to a vital cause supporting the construction of a transformative 24-unit transitional housing facility with essential community services. The main objective of this raffle is to bridge the funding gap of $1 million needed to make this facility a reality. ● Participants can purchase raffle tickets at various price points, including $5 for 1, $10 for 3, $25 for 10, $50 for 50, and $100 for 200 tickets. ● The pot is drawn on the last day of each month in September and October, with a grand draw scheduled for November 16th at the Crossing the Line charity event. ● An exciting twist: 25% of all tickets purchased will be entered into the jackpot draw! Participating in the Progressive 50/50 Raffle is easy. Simply purchase your tickets before the deadline of midnight on October 31 to qualify for the next draw on November 1st. Anyone in Manitoba can buy tickets online at: raffle.link/johnhoward The Crossing the Line charity event will be held on November 16th from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm at Victoria Ave. It's an evening filled with laughter, entertainment, and, most importantly, a chance to support the creation of transitional housing in Brandon. “I was excited to be invited to be the Chair for Crossing the Line. This initiative gives Brandon businesses an opportunity to take a leadership role in making a positive impact on our downtown. I invite businesses large and small to do what they can to make the Transitional Housing project a success. There are many ways to get involved: purchase a ticket or table for the event, provide a gift for auction at the event, be sponsor for the event or a purchase 50/50 raffle ticket.” Jason Roblin, CEO Vionell Holdings Partnership. Crossing the Line is a fundraising initiative dedicated to creating transformative transitional housing in Brandon. The project aims to provide a safe, stable environment that fosters healing.growth, and community for individuals transitioning out of incarceration. To date, Crossing the Line has secured significant funding but requires additional support to achieve its $1 million funding goal. For media inquiries and further information, please contact: Ross Robinson Executive Director 204-727-1696 rrobinson@brandonjohnhoward.ca