On June 26, 2023, police responded to a report of a holdup alarm at approximately 10:14 am at a business in the 800 block of Lorne Ave.  A second report indicated that an individual entered the business and stabbed a second individual. A 29-year-old male victim was located at the business and transported to hospital.  His injury is serious and he remains in hospital in stable condition. A 36-year-old suspect was also located nearby and arrested.  He too had a minor injury, which was medically treated.  He was lodged at Brandon Police Service and will appear in court today on a charge of Aggravated Assault.

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.