Police charge Brantford man with one count of Assault
Officers with the Brantford Police Service were dispatched after receiving a report of a theft and assault at a grocery store located at Market Street South at approximately 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 17, 2024.
It was reported that a man was observed attempting to steal merchandise when he was approached by store security. The accused is then alleged to have assaulted the security guard before fleeing on foot.
Officers attended and located the accused nearby. Investigation revealed that the accused did not leave the store with any merchandise.
As a result, a 33-year-old male resident of Brantford stands charged with Assault, contrary to the Criminal Code.
Brantford woman facing charges after being found in stolen vehicle
On Saturday, March 16, 2024, at approximately 8:55 p.m., a Brantford police uniform patrol officer located a motor vehicle parked in a Colborne Street motel parking lot, which had previously been reported as stolen from a neighbouring jurisdiction.
Officers located a lone female occupying the front passenger seat of the vehicle. The female was arrested, investigation revealed that the woman was wanted on a valid arrest warrant.
As a result of the investigation, a 51-year-old female resident of Brantford, stands charged with the following Criminal Code offences:
- Possession of Stolen Goods Over $5,000
- Occupant of Motor Vehicle Without Consent
30-year-old facing multiple charges, including Resist Arrest
Officers with the Brantford Police Service were dispatched to attend the area of Buffalo Street and Washington Street for an assist on another call for service at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.
Prior to police arrival, information was received that Emergency Medical Services were en route for a male driver who was reported to have previously overdosed.
Officers arrived on scene and located the accused man in the driver’s seat of the vehicle being tended to by EMS. After being escorted from the vehicle, the male attempted to flee on foot from police.
The accused was arrested by police after a brief foot pursuit. During the arrest, the accused resisted.
A Drug Recognition Evaluation was completed, and it was determined that the accused was operating a vehicle while impaired by a combination of alcohol and drugs.
Police also learned that the accused is bound by multiple driving prohibition orders. Additionally, it was learned by police that the vehicle had been taken without consent.
As a result, a 30-year-old male resident of Brantford stands charged with the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:
- Resist Arrest
- Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
- Operation of a Conveyance While Prohibited x 3
- Drive While Under Suspension x 3
- Take Motor Vehicle Without Consent
The accused was held for bail.
