James Montgomery announced his intentions to run for the PC Party nomination in Brandon West on February 14, 2023. The party approved him to be a nomination candidate on March 5, 2023. No rival emerged until former Brandon Police Chief, Wayne Balcaen announced that he is seeking the nomination on June 26, 2023. “Today, I am withdrawing my nomination, and fully supporting Wayne Balcaen for the candidacy, Montgomery said.” “I have offered Wayne my full support and assistance as he campaigns this summer. I will be out door knocking and helping Wayne anyway I can, Montgomery added.” Montgomery would like to thank his supporters, mentors and everyone who purchased a membership to the PC Party in support of his candidacy. He is hopeful that everyone who supported him will now throw their support and enthusiasm behind Wayne for MLA!

Canadian Forces Base Shilo received a new Commanding Officer this morning. Lieutenant-Colonel David Cronk officially took over command of the Base this morning in a brief ceremony. Lt.-Col Cronk arrives in Shilo from a posting with NATO Multinational Division-Northeast (Elblag, Poland).

On the evening of 2023-06-22, police were patrolling the 1800 block of Brandon Avenue when staff from a beer vendor were observed to be in a physical altercation with two individuals.  Police arrested one of the suspects as the second individual fled on foot.  Nearby witnesses later directed police to a dumpster which the second suspect jumped into in an attempt to evade police.  Investigation revealed that two 17-year-old females attended to the establishment and stole beer, however assaulted a staff member in the process by knocking them to the ground to assist with the escape.  No injuries were sustained by the employee.  One of the accused has been released to a guardian with conditions to appear in court 2023-08-01 for the charge of Robbery with Violence.  A co-accused has been lodged at BPS to appear in court 2023-06-23 for a charge of Robbery with Violence.

The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is: “WANTED BY POLICE”: Gary WILSON FOR Fail to Comply with Release Order. On June 21st, 2023, a warrant of arrest was issued for Gary WILSON as he failed to comply with his release order that stated he was to reside at a designated address. A warrant of arrest has been issued for Gary WILSON as his whereabouts are unknown at this time. ************************************************************************ The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a Mischief. On June 15th, 2023, a male was captured on surveillance parking and exiting his vehicle in the 400 block of Queens Avenue. The male proceeded to walk to a property fence and tore down a PRIDE flag, stomped on it and then proceeded to throw it in the garbage. The male was driving an older model Ford Fusion with the front bumper missing and the block heater cord sticking out from under hood. ************************************************************************ If you have information about this or any other crime 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.

Earlier today, Manitoba RCMP identified publicly the names of the 16 individuals who lost their lives in a devastating bus crash one week ago. Some families have provided a small message about their loved one that will be read after their name. • Louis Bretecher, 81 - Proud and beloved Husband, Father, and Pepere. He will forever be missed and always remembered by all who knew and loved him. Our hearts lay also with those families who are grieving alongside ours. We request that our family’s privacy be respected by the media during this difficult time. • Margaret Furkalo, 82 - Forever in our hearts. • Vangie Gilchrist, 83 - of Gilbert Plains. • Ann Hill, 81 - Rest in peace Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma, Sister • Helen Kufley, 88 - We are heartbroken and numb by this tragedy and the loss of our vibrant mother, Baba and Great Baba. She was and always will be the cornerstone of our family, the one we always went to for advice and wisdom, and we will miss her terribly. Thank you to all the first responders for their incredible work and the city of Dauphin for their caring. • Arlene Lindquist, 68 - Loving mother, grandmother, and friend • Dianne Medwid, 70 • Nettie Nakonechny, 87 - A long-time resident of Dauphin, former school teacher, and Baba to not only her own grandchildren and great grandchildren, but to many others who knew her. She was very proud of her Ukrainian culture. She will be missed by all of us who loved her. • Shirley Novalkowski, 76 - Loving Mother, Grandmother, and Sister • Frank Perzylo, 82 • Rose Perzylo, 80 • Jean Rosenkranz, 82 • Donna Showdra, 79 - She will be deeply missed by her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren • Lillian Stobbe, 73 - Loving Mother, Nana, and friend • Patsy Zamrykut, 88 • Claudia Zurba, 87 - Your life was a blessing. Your memory is a treasure. You were loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. She was our Mom, Nana, Great Nana, Great Great Nana. Love you forever. Our hearts were shattered into pieces that day June 15, 2023 We will remember. - Superintendent Jeff Asmundson, West District Commander, Manitoba RCMP