During the week ending December 17, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 163 incidents.

Twelve Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal offences including 3 impaired driving charges. Officers investigated 19 motor vehicle collisions during this time period with no serious injuries reported.

Holiday safety tips:

Toys and gifts

• Toys that contain small parts are dangerous to children younger than age 3. Most toys have an age recommendation on the package. Choose toys suitable to your child's age and follow all instructions.

• Make sure toys that are purchased for older children will not be dangerous to the baby. Even if the older child is responsible, a chemistry set, for example, could be hazardous to a younger child. As well toys for older children often have smaller parts, which could easily be swallowed by a baby or toddler.

• Toys with magnetic pieces should be kept away from children under 6 years of age. The magnets are easily swallowed, and can cause bowel obstruction and perforation. Children up to 11 years of age have needed surgery for these complications. If magnetic pieces are swallowed, the child should be x-rayed.

• Dispose of all gift-wrapping (bags, paper, ribbons, bows and packaging) as they can put a small child at risk of suffocation or choking.

• Use caution with battery-operated toys. Only adults should change batteries; use either rechargeable or disposable batteries – never mix the two types; toys where children can easily access batteries are not safe; and children should not take battery operated toys to bed.

• Make sure that any toys are not on the health Canada recall list by visiting their website at http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/pr-rp e.php.

Drinking and Driving

• Every year drinking and driving claims lives. Always make sure that you and your guests have a designated driver, take a cab or use public transportation. Remember that all passengers need to be buckled up.

During the week ending December 3, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 248 incidents.

Twenty-eight Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences. Twenty-nine Highway Traffic Act charges were laid during this time period. Officers investigated 39 motor vehicle collisions with 33 collisions occurring over the weekend. No serious injuries reported.

With the winter upon us and calling for snow during the week motorists are reminded to ensure all windows of their vehicles are clear of ice and snow before starting their travels and to proceed with caution.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank our community and businesses for their patience and understanding with reference to road closures and parking restrictions for the funeral of Constable Douglas Scott on Tuesday, November 13, 2007.

During the week ending November 12, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended a total of 201 incidents.

Twenty-six Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences.
Twenty-five people were charged under the Highway Traffic Act. Fourteen charges were laid under the liquor licence act. Ten motor vehicle collisions were investigated with no serious injuries reported.

A theft of gas on the morning of November 11, 2007 from the Parkedale ESSO resulted in two adult males from Welland being charged with a number of Criminal Code offences including theft under $5000.00, obstruct police and personation. As well, the two were charged with a variety of Highway Traffic offences.

We are presently investigating a break and enter at the Tim Horton's on King Street. An unknown male wearing black clothing and white running shoes forced the north door open gaining entry. Nothing appeared to have been taken. This incident occurred at approximately 2:49 a.m. on November 12, 2007.

With reference to the funeral of Cst. Douglas Scott, R.C.M.P., on Tuesday November 13, 2007, we are asking the public who are planning on attending the ceremony that they proceed to St. Francis Xavier Church and the Brockville Arts Centre. These two locations have been designated as overflow areas.

With reference to the upcoming funeral service for Cst. Douglas Scott, R.C.M.P., on Tuesday, November 13, 2007, the following parking restrictions and road closures will take place. We are asking the community to please stay away from this area as much as possible.

Parking Restrictions

King St – North Augusta Road to Courthouse 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM

East Avenue - King to Pine 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Pine Street – East Avenue to Bennett 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Bartholomew St – Wellington to King 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Victoria Avenue – King Street to James 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Pine Street – Garden to Wall 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Church Street – Buell to William 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Courthouse Avenue 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

William Street – Pearl to Courthouse 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wall Street – Courthouse to James 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Laneway in front of County Courthouse 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM


Road Closures

King Street – North Augusta Road to Courthouse 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

East Avenue – King to Pine 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Pine Street – East Avenue to Bennett 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Bartholomew Street – Wellington to King 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Victoria Avenue – King to James 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Pine Street – Garden to Wall 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Church Street – Buell to William 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Courthouse Avenue 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

William Street – Pearl to Courthouse 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wall Street – Courthouse to James 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Laneway in front of County Court House 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Detour Route - County Road #2 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Eastbound Traffic
King Street to Buell St.
Buell St. to Pearl St
Pearl St. to North Augusta Road
North Augusta Road to King St.

Westbound Traffic
King St. to North Augusta Road
North Augusta Road to Pearl St.
Pearl St. to Buell St.
Buell St. to King St.

During the week ending November 5, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 225 incidents.

Fifteen Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences. Forty-three people were charged under the Highway Traffic Act. Officers investigated 14 motor vehicle collisions with no serious injuries reported.

As a result of a break, enter and theft at Brass Rack Billards, 24 Perth Street reported on October 31, 2007 at 5:55 a.m., a 17 year old male person has been arrested and charged with break, enter and theft, possession of property obtained by crime (2 counts) and 2 counts of breach of a court order. He is presently in custody pending a court appearance.

We are presently investigating a mischief complaint at 210 King Street West, 1000 Islands Seafood, where the front door was broken. Unknown if entry was gained. This occurred at approximately 3:05 a.m. on November 3, 2007.

During the week ending October 22, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 231 incidents.

Fourteen Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences. During this time period officers laid 54 Highway Traffic Act charges. Officers investigated 11 motor vehicle collisions with no serious injuries reported.

n October 20th at approximately 1:35 p.m. 3 males were observed attempting to steal 2 bar fridges from the Home Depot. They left in a 4-door gold Honda Accord. Anyone with information regarding this attempt theft please call the Brockville Police Service at 613-342-0127.

During the week ending October 15, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 196 incidents.

Fourteen Criminal Code charges were laid for various Criminal Code offences. Officers investigated 10 motor vehicle collisions with no serious injuries reported.

**Reminder to motorists**
With the cold mornings upon us and ice on the windows of vehicles, ensure you clear all of your windows before setting your vehicle in motion.

During the week ending October 8, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 210 incidents.

Ninteen Criminal Code charges were laid. Twenty-two charges were laid under the Highway Traffic Act.

Further to the 9-1-1 news release of October 1, 2007, on October 6, 2007 the Brockville Police dispatch handled approximately forty (40) 9-1-1 calls from one cell phone. An investigation led to a residence where a 6 year old was responsible. The child was home with his parents.

On Friday, October 5, 2007 at 19:50 police responded to a disturbance call at 13 Victoria Avenue. Arrested for breach of undertaking x2, threatening and cause a disturbance by being drunk is Harvey Markell, age 27, of Glengarry road. He appears in court today for a bail hearing.

Further to the disturbance call to a residence on James Street on September 29th in relation to a male person stabbed in the face, on October 1st William Duhamel, 33 years old from Brockville was arrested and charged with aggravated assault, 3 counts of uttering threats, mischief and breach of probation.

He appeared for a bail hearing on October 1st and was remanded in custody.

The accused person and the victim knew each other.

During the week ending October 1, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 238 incidents.

Twenty-three Criminal Code charges were laid for various Criminal Code offences. Fifty charges were laid under the Highway Traffic Act.

During the period from Thursday, September 27 to Monday, October 1st there were a total of 21 arrests made under the Criminal Code and the Liquor Licence Act.

On September 29th officers attended to a disturbance at a residence on James Street where a 33 year old male was stabbed in the face by a male person. The victim was taken to the Brockville General Hospital where he received 50 stitches to his face area and released. Our investigation continues.

Since January 1, 2007 to this date officers have attended 790 9-1-1 calls. The 9-1-1 phone system links emergency services to persons in need in a matter of moments. When a 9-1-1 call is made, the caller's information and address is immediately made available to the emergency service. This system links people in need to an emergency service. It is a system that works very well. Every week police receive many 9-1-1 calls. Many of these calls are from cellular phones. Some owners of the cell phone have 9-1-1 built into a speed dial function on the phone. As the phones are carried around sometimes the 9-1-1 feature is accidentally activated and police are contacted. These calls are followed up by police calling back the cell phone number and checking to make sure the caller is not in distress. All of this takes up valuable time and resources of the emergency service. Most times these calls are made unintentionally. If your home phone or your cell phone has a speed dial feature for 9-1-1, it would be wise to disable that feature. Dialing 9-1-1 only requires the use of 3 numbers and is a simple call to make. The use of the speed dial feature for such a simple call is not practicable and the speed dial feature results in police fielding un-intended calls to the 9-1-1 emergency lines.

The Brockville Police Service continues to investigate the fire at Seaway Motors, 590 King Street West in Brockville. The fire occurred during the early morning hours of August 23rd, 2007 and was an act of arson. The investigation involved the Brockville Fire Department, The Brockville Police Service and the Office of the Fire Marshal. The Brockville Police are requesting that any person with information contact S/Sgt. Scott Fraser at 613-342-0127 ext. 4234 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

The Brockville Police Service would like to announce the promotion of Detective Sergeant Scott Fraser to the rank of Staff Sergeant.

Staff Sergeant Fraser will continue to oversee our criminal investigation branch. Staff Sergeant Fraser has attended management courses through the F.B.I., Dalousie University and at both the Canadian Police College and the Ontario Police College. He is also visible in a number of community activities.

Staff Sergeant Fraser Biography:

S/Sgt. Fraser started his career on September 11th, 1991 with the Vancouver City Police. While with Vancouver Scott held a variety of positions and worked in several areas of the City.

On March 2nd 1998 Scott relocated to the City of Brockville and joined the Brockville Police Service. S/Sgt. Fraser held several different positions within the Brockville Police Service including breathalyzer technician, mountain bike officer, intelligence officer and the Sergeant in charge of the Criminal Investigations Branch.

S/Sgt. Fraser will retain his current role as the officer in charge of Criminal Investigations.

Scott holds a certificate in Police Foundations from Sir Sandford Fleming College, several certificates from courses offered at the Canadian Police College and the Ontario Police College including supervisory courses and the Senior Police Administration Course. Scott also holds a certificate in Police Administration from Dalhousie University and a Certificate in Criminal Justice Education from the University of Virginia.

Scott attended the 226th session of the FBI National Academy at Quantico, Virginia in June of 2006. S/Sgt. Fraser has attended numerous conferences and seminars on behalf of the Brockville Police Service.

S/Sgt. Fraser has been invited to lecture at the Canadian Police College to members of Police Services across Canada and is a syndicate leader within the Canadian Police College Drug Investigative Techniques Program.

Scott is currently on the board of directors for the Brockville Police Service Pipes and Drums, and speaks to various community groups throughout the City.

Scott is married with two children.

During the week ending September 24th, 2007, officers attended to a total of 227 incidents.

Twenty-three Criminal Code charges were laid for various offences. Ninety-three Highway Traffic Act charges were laid which included 12 charges in our safe community zones during our “All Hands on Deck” traffic enforcement. Four people were charged under the Liquor Licence Act. Officers investigated 15 motor vehicle accidents with no serious injuries reported.

On September 22nd at 10:05 p.m., Constable Tom Nappo attempted to stop a vehicle on King Street for a traffic violation. The vehicle sped off westbound on King Street, southbound on Apple Street, colliding with two vehicles at Apple and Water Street, continuing at a high rate of speed and colliding with a sign on Apple Street. The driver fled on foot and evaded police by jumping in the river. He was retrieved from the river and arrested. Mark King, 38 years of Kingston has been arrested and charged with impaired driving, refuse breath sample, flight from police, dangerous driving, fail to stop at the scene of an accident and breach of recognizant. OPP are also investigating him for the theft of the vehicle.

On September 23 – 24th, two people were arrested on outstanding warrants from Gatineau and from Chatham-Kent. Both police agencies are attending and returning both.

During the week ending September 17, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 275 incidents.

Thirty-two Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences. Two people were charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Twenty-nine people were charged under the Highway Traffic Act. Nine charges were laid under the Liquor Licence Act. Officers investigated 12 motor vehicle collisions with no serious injuries reported.

On September 16th a report of the theft of various power tools from a shed at the rear of a residence on First Avenue was reported. Skill saw, chainsaw, jigsaw, etc. were stolen.

During this week officers will be conducting the "All Hands on Deck" enforcement program focusing on all Highway Traffic Act infractions.

During the week ending September 10, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 216 incidents.

Thirty Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences. Thirty-seven people were charged under the Highway Traffic Act. Twelve charges were laid under the Liquor Licence Act. Officers investigated 15 motor vehicle collisions with no serious injuries reported.

On September 8th at 6:50 p.m. our marine unit responded to a swimmer in distress in the area of Hardy Park. A male swimmer was located a short time later by a boater in the area close to the shore at Morristown, New York. Police were assisted by members of "Under Where" dive charters in removing this person from the water. He was treated and released from the Brockville General Hospital.

Investigation continues into the theft of a 1994 Chev 1/2 ton truck, wine in colour, Ontario licence plate 703 7VP from the parking lot at 1 Balmoral Place overnight of September 8 - 9.

During the week ending September 4, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 279 incidents.

Thirty-four Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences. Fifty-two people were charged under the Highway Traffic Act. Ninteen charges were laid under the Liquor Licence Act. During this time period officers investigated 16 motor vehicle accidents with no serious injuries.

Over the long weekend officers were busy with numerous complaints.

Our "H.E.A.T." team was patrolling our downtown area resulting in 7 Liquor Licence Act charges, 1 drug charge and 3 Criminal Code charges laid. A total of 7 arrests were made for varioius offences.

The R.I.D.E. team was working on Friday night with a total of 20 vehicles stopped and checked resulting in 1 driver charged with impaired driving and 1 driver given a 12-hour suspension.

The marine unit was also patrolling our waterways with no charges laid.

We are presently investigating the theft of a 1994 red Buick Regal Ontario licence plate number BASM857, taken over the weekend from the parking lot at 156 Bartholomew Street.

During the week ending August 27, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 229 incidents.

Thirty-nine Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences. Fifteen charges under the Liquor Licence Act were processed during this time period. Thirty-five people were charged under the Highway Traffic Act for various offences. Officers investigated 14 motor vehicle collisions with no serious injuries reported.

Officers executed a warrant at 77 Garden Street on August 24th where 7 people were arrested and charged with possession of stolen property and drug related charges. Investigation continuing.

On August 25th a large window was broken at 191 King Street West (formerly 1000 Island Seafood) and a 32 year old male from Brockville has been arrested and charged with mischief.
Officers along with the Brockville Fire Department and the Fire Marshall's Office are still at the scene of a fire at Seaway Motors, 590 King Street West which occurred on August 23, 2007. Investigation continues.

During the week ending August 20, 2007 the Brockville Police Service attended to 208 calls for service.

Nine Criminal Code charges were laid for various offences. Seven charges were laid under the Liquor Licence Act. Twenty-one charges were laid under the Highway Traffic Act for various traffic infractions. Fourteen motor vehicle collisions were investigated with no serious injuries reported.

On Saturday, August 18, 2007 the Brockville Police Service Marine Unit was out and issued a ticket to a boater under the Liquor Licence Act.

On the 8th of August, 2007, the Brockville Police were advised of the theft of a 1998 Sea Ray Sundancer model boat. The boat is 24 feet in length, the colour is predominantly white with green striping and has a green top on it. The boat registration number is 14E76798. On the back of the boat is the boats name "Tell Me Something".

The theft was reported on the 8th of August, however, the boat had not been seen by the owner since August 6th, 2007, late in the afternoon.

If anyone has seen this boat, or has information about this theft, please contact the Brockville Police Service at 613-342-0127.

On the 14th of August, the Brockville Police Service will be using a new red and blue emergency lighting system which will be installed on all front line cruisers.

This lighting configuration is different from the traditional red only lights to both red on the driver’s side and blue on the passenger side of the cruiser.

Research has indicated that blue lights are a much more conspicuous colour of light in both day and night time use. The study shows a substantial reduction in the number of emergency police vehicles involved in collisions while stopped on the road side.

The Highway Traffic Act states that, “upon approaching an emergency vehicle with its lamp producing intermittent flashes of red light or red and blue light that is stopped on a highway, the driver of a vehicle traveling on the same side of the highway shall slow down and proceed with caution, having due regard for traffic on and the conditions of the highway and the weather, to ensure that the driver does not collide with the emergency vehicle or endanger any person outside of the emergency vehicle.” Section 159.1(1) H.T.A. the “blue light initiative” was spearheaded by Peel Regional Police, and has gained the unanimous support of such organizations as the Ministry of Transportation, the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, the Ontario Association of Chief’s of Police, the Chief Coroner’s Office and the Police Association of Ontario.

On the 10th of August 2007, officers from the OPP Drug Enforcement Section in conjunction with the Brockville Police Criminal Investigations Branch and assisted by the OPP Community Response Team, Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit, OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit, Brockville Police Warrant Execution Team, and Canadian Border Services Agency Canine Unit executed a search warrant at 26 King Street West, Brockville.
Officers seized the following items:
• Approximately $6000 cash
• 1.5 pounds of cocaine, debt lists, packaging material, scales, hydraulic press for pressing cocaine
• A prohibited knife
• A stun gun
• A prohibited set of brass knuckles
• A small amount of explosives
• Stolen property
• Prescription pills
• 2 replica guns
• A bullet proof vest
• Ammunition

Seven people were detained as a result of the search warrant. Three of the occupants were held for a bail hearing the next day in Brockville Court. Occupants of 26 King Street West, Brockville, Mark Michael Life Young (31), Ashley Cleary (20), and Jean-Marc Poirier (31) face numerous charges including: Two Counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Schedule I Substance, Possession of an Explosive, Four Counts of Possession of a Prohibited Weapon, Three Counts of Fail to Comply with an Officer’s Undertaking.

The estimated street value of drugs and property that was seized was $71,000.

The public is reminded to call police or Crimestoppers if they suspect drug dealing is occurring.

During the week ending August 13, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 278 incidents.

Forty Criminal Code charges were laid for various offences. Twenty-five Provincial Offence notices were also issued for various offences.

Over the weekend there were 11 break and enters throughout the city to various residential and commercial premises. Two adult males are in custody in relation to the offences and are being processed at the time of this release.

During the week ending August 6, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 243 incidents.

Thirty-one Criminal Code charges were laid. Fifteen persons were arrested and charged under the Liquor Licence Act. Fifty-seven persons were charged under the Highway Traffic Act for various highway traffic act infractions. Officers investigated a total of 10 motor vehicle accidents with no serious injuries reported.

The H.E.A.T. team was again busy over the long weekend resulting in: One Criminal Code charge for breach of an undertaking. Eight persons charged under the Liquor Licence Act. Three Highway Traffic Act charges laid for various offences.

During the week ending July 30, 2007, members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 261 incidents.

Twelve Criminal Code charges were laid for various offences, including 1 impaired driver. Eighty-three Provincial Offence tickets were issued during this period. Seven motor vehicle collisions were reported.

On July 26, 2007, an Abbott Street residence was broken into and tools were stolen. On July 28, 2007, a boat moored at Tunnel Bay was broken into and several items were stolen. Both investigations are continuing.

Once again, Brockville Police H.E.A.T. Team was busy on Saturday night making numerous arrests, mostly related to persons under the influence of alcohol and included three charges under the Highway Traffic Act and a 28 year old female charged with breach of an undertaking and three counts of possession of a controlled substance.

During the week ending July 23, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 272 incidents.

Twenty-nine Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences. Forty-six Highway Traffic Act charges were laid during this time period.

Our H.E.A.T. team was busy over the weekend:
- 6 Liquor Licence Act charges
- 5 Highway Traffic Act charges,
- 3 people arrested for mischief in relation to breaking the front glass of Bobili Restaurant
- 1 person arrested and charged with breach of probation

During the week ending July 15, 2007, members of the Brockville Police Service attended a total of 232 incidents.

Twelve Criminal Code charges were laid for various offences. Twenty-eight Provincial Offence Notices were also handed out by officers.

On July 13, 2007, sometime during the day, there was a break and enter to 55 Stewart Blvd., Unit #4. Canned goods and money was stolen from the residence. Anyone with information should contact Cst. Heffernan at 613-342-0127.

On July 14, 2007, officers responded to an alarm at Brockville Cleaners located at 20 Stuart Street. The building was broken into through the window and money was taken from inside.

On July 15, 2007, two males entered into a fight outside of Pizza Pizza on King Street. Cst. Borgford intervened and both were charged with Cause a Disturbance by fighting.

On July 15, 2007, a group of youths were causing a disturbance in the area of Vanier School. Police attended and laid charges under the Liquor Licence Act.

During this time period, police responded to a total of 152 calls for service. The calls included:
- traffic complaints 11
- thefts 10
- noise complaints 12
- domestic disturbances 2
- false 911 calls 15
- mischief 3
- assaults 2
- motor vehicle collisions 4
- break and enters 3
- drug offences 3

The following charges were laid: Highway Traffic Act – 6, Liquor Licence Act – 9, Criminal Code - 4 (criminal code charges include 2 impaired drivers – 1 arrested at 2:40 a.m. on July 1st, and the second impaired driver arrested at 9:30 p.m. on July 2nd) and Drugs – possession of a narcotic – 1. There were 38 parking tickets issued.

Over night on June 29/30, various items including furniture and lawn ornaments were stolen from residences on East Avenue, Pearl Street East and Murray Street area.

On June 30th at 6:00 a.m., a resident on Water Street West reported that their rear door to their residence had been kicked in over night, nothing reported stolen at this time.

A residence on Edward Lane was broken into over night on June 30/July 1st.

Ass a result of an alarm, police are investigating a break and enter to a business premise and the theft of a cash register. The incident occurred on Buell Street on July 1st, at 3:15 a.m.

On July 3rd, at 7:30 a.m., residents of 16 Cartier Court reported the window smashed out of their vehicle. Damage is estimated at $200.00.

Police report a relatively quiet long weekend and Riverfest festivities resulted in $3,450.00 in police overtime. A decrease of $18,500.00 from the 2006 police overtime for this event.

On June 24, 2007 at 9:30 p.m., there was a motor vehicle collison on Parkedale Avenue just east of Broome Road involving two vehicles. One of these vehicles was a late model Pontiac Grand AM, aqua in colour. Police are looking to locate a female,18 to 25 years of age, approximately 5'4", slim build, long dark brown hair who was the operator of this vehicle.

The Brockville Police Service are requesting that the female driver contact them at 613-342-0127 to speak to them regarding this incident.

During the week ending June 25, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to 183 calls for service.

Fourteen Criminal Code charges were laid for various offences. Forty-one charges were laid under the Highway Traffic Act. Ten charges were laid under the Liquor Licence Act.

The H.E.A.T. unit was out again this past weekend. A number of incidents were dealt with on King Street resulting in 6 Criminal Code charges being laid, along with 3 Liquor Licence Act charges, 5 Highway Traffic charges, and 1 charge under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act being laid. Expect to be treated with zero tolerance if you break the law and are investigated by this team.

The up-coming weekend will see Riverfest in full swing. The H.E.A.T. unit will again be out. Marine unit officers will also be out. If you plan to be on the water, make sure you follow the rules and have your boat properly equipped.

Brockville Police Service received a complaint about an unknown caller asking for a persons credit card number over the telephone. The caller initially asked it the person has a credit card. Then they are asked if they want to lower their monthly payments. One requirement is that the person then gives the caller their credit card number. These calls are showing up on call display with the following number showing 000-000-0000 and the name as unknown caller.

Brockville police wants everyone to be aware of this potential scam and to not release your credit card numbers to any callers.

During the week ending June 18, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 255 calls for service.

Twenty-four Criminal Code charges were laid for various offences which included one person being charged with impaired driving. Twenty-seven charges were laid under the Highway Traffic Act. Eleven charges were laid under the Liquor Licence Act.

A male person was arrested and charged with arson in relation to an allegation that he set a fire in his closet at a group home in Brockville. Leonard Deslauriers, 61 years old, of Brockville is being held for a bail hearing today.

The H.E.A.T. team was put in place on Friday night and were busy with a variety of situations, including issuing liquor tickets, charging persons for causing a disturbance and being involved in apprehending an impaired driver. The team laid a total of 9 Criminal Code charges, 2 Liquor Licence Act charges, and 3 Traffic related charges.

Commencing the weekend of June 15, 2007 and continuing through the summer, the Brockville Police Service will have their High Enforcement Action Team (H.E.A.T.) in the downtown area.

This team will be assigned to King Street, Water Street and all parks and parking lots in the downtown.

Their mandate will be to enforce the Criminal Code of Canada, drug enforcement, Highway Traffic Act, Liquor Licence Act, bylaw and all other statutes.

On Monday, June 4, 2007, Joshua Andrew Webb was arrested by Ottawa Police Service on the strength of our warrant for sexual assault.

Officers from the Brockville Police Service attended to Ottawa where he was escorted back to Brockville. He will appear in Brockville Court this date for a bail hearing.

The Brockville Police Service will issue bicycle licences on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. We also require the bicycle owner to find the serial number prior to attending which will speed up the process. The Brockville Police Service will not issue bicycle licence plates outside of these listed times.

During the week ending June 4, 2007 the Brockville Police Service attended to 272 calls for service.

Twenty-five Criminal Code charges were laid for various offences. Sixty-one charges were laid under the Highway Traffic Act. Nine charges were laid under the Liquor Licence act.

Sometime overnight on May 28th, 2007, unknown suspects gained entry to the Hydro One compound on Front Avenue in Brockville. Culprits made off with various tools. The investigation is continuing.

On May 30th, 2007 suspects gained entry to a business on Development Drive by smashing the window in the front door. Suspects got a very small amount of cash.

Sometime between May 29th and May 31st entry was gained to the canteen at Fulford Ball Park. Some frozen goods and condiments are missing. The investigation is continuing.

During the week ending May 28th, 2007 the Brockville Police Service attended to 277 calls for service.

Seventeen Criminal Code charges were laid for various offences. Forty-one charges were laid under the Highway Traffic Act . Five charges were laid under the Liquor Licence Act.

On May 22nd two individuals forcibly entered a north end apartment. One individual has been arrested in connection with that case and the incident is still under investigation with another individual being sought in the case.

The previously reported sexual assault on May 23rd, 2007 at Hardy Park has been investigated and cleared as unfounded.

This year, May 13-19, 2007, will be designated Police Week in Ontario, an annual event dedicated to promoting crime prevention, recognition and awareness of policing services in the community.

This year’s theme is “Safer Communities for a Stronger Ontario”. This theme focuses on heightening community awareness by promoting personal and public safety.

The Brockville Police Service has a special month engaging the public in a variety of activities:

On May 15 Sergeant Doug Locke, Community Safety Officer, and students from the V.I.P.P. from St. Lawrence Collage will be at Wal-Mart from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. with the Child ID Clinic.

During the week ending May 7, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 226 incidents.

Thirteen Criminal Code charges were laid for various offences. Fifty-six Provincial offences tickets were issued. Two charges were laid under the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act.

On April 30, 2007 suspects started a fire at Harold's Demolition at 36 Georgina Street, Brockville. Brockville Fire Department was successful putting the fire out with no major damage occurring. Further investigation revealed the business had also been broken into with numerous items being stolen. Suspects have been identified and charges are pending.

Along with the recent good weather came an increase in the disturbance, mischief type complaints. Numerous arrests were made as a result of these incidents. Various charges were laid including 12 under the Liquor Licence Act.

The Brockville Police are taking the unusual step of releasing the name and photograph of a high risk sex offender Joshua Andrew WEBB to the public. WEBB has a lengthy criminal record including a previous conviction for sexual assault. The Brockville Police Service currently holds an outstanding arrest warrant for sexual offences. WEBB is considered a high risk to re-offend, and police have not been able to locate him.

WEBB is described as being 5’9” (175 cm), 150 lbs (67 kg), Caucasian, blond/brown hair often dyed, blue eyes, numerous piercings, a tattoo of barbwire on his right arm, and a tattoo of a demon on his left forearm.

During the week ending April 23, 2007, members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 201 incidents.

Twenty-six Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences, which included 1 person arrested and charged with impaired driving. Forty-six Highway Traffic Act tickets were issued during this time period. As a result of a traffic stop on April 18, 2007, Babak Saidi, 32 years of Brockville was arrested and charged with two counts of possession for the purpose (drugs) and two counts of breach of recognizance. Also, arrested at this time was Iran Saidi, 56 years with obstruct police.

The Brockville Police Service and C.N. Police will be working together during Rail Safety Week from April 23 to 29, 2007, conducting their annual safety blitz.

Sergeant Doug Locke, Community Safety Officer, along with four students from the Volunteers In Police Program team from St. Lawrence College will be at numerous level 1 crossings handing out Operation Lifesaver driver quiz packages. They will also look for people trespassing during this week. “Trespassing claims almost twice as many lives as crossing incidents”. Recent statistics reveal that trespassing incidents claimed 58 lives in Canada in 2006, remaining at a constant yearly average over the past decade.

Rail Safety Week was created in 2003 by Operation Lifesaver. The C.N. Police and Brockville Police Service work together as partners in schools and in the community making Brockville a safer community.

During the week ending April 9, 2007 Brockville Police responded to 208 calls for service.

Seven Criminal Code charges were laid. Officers dealt with 7 drug related incidents. Twenty-six charges were laid under the Highway Traffic Act. Five charges were laid under the Liquor Licence Act. Ten motor vehicle collisions were investigated with no serious injuries reported.

On Wednesday the 4th of April, 2007 a robbery occurred at the Kensington Pharmacy on Kensington Parkway in Brockville. A male suspect, armed with a knife fled the scene having stolen some drugs. The suspect is described as 6'2" tall, slim build and wearing a blue ski jacket. The investigation is continuing.

As a result of an investigation by the Brockville Police Service, a quantity of tools are in our possession, e.g. a Rigid 7 1/4 " circular saw, a Black and Decker router, a Dewalt cutout tool, a Ryobi 7 1/4" circular saw, a Ryobi 3/8 " vsr drill model: d40, etc. If you are the victim of a theft of tools please contact the Brockville Police Service at 613-342-0127.

During the week ending April 2, 2007 Brockville Police had 240 calls for service.

Eighteen Criminal Code charges were laid (which included 6 drug related) charges. Thirty charges were laid under the Highway Traffic Act. Four charges were laid under the Liquor Licence Act. Twelve motor vehicle collisions were investigated with no serious injuries reported.

Overnight Saturday the 31st of March, there were three incidents of drivers being charged with drinking and driving offences. One of these resulted from the driver losing control of his vehicle on Stewart Blvd. just south of Parkedale Avenue. The vehicle struck a pole and the driver then fled the scene. With the assistance of witnesses he was located and arrested. No one was injured as a result of this accident.

Police also investigated the theft of a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire licence APXC096 Ontario issue. It was taken from a lot on Glenwood Place sometime since Thursday evening, March 29th. If anyone knows where this car is or has information about the theft place call Brockville Police at 613-342-0127.

On Sunday, April 1st at about 11 p.m. Ontario provincial police stopped a stolen tractor trailer traveling eastbound on the 401 near the Ormond street overpass. The suspect fled from the stolen truck and ran across lanes of 401 highway into Brockville. Ontario Provincial Police and Brockville Police searched for the suspect; however, were unable to locate the male. He was only described as male dressed in dark clothing. The truck and trailer have been recovered.

As a result of the motor vehicle collision vehicle collision which occurred on march 24, 2007 Kenneth Larocque, 68 years of Maitland has been charged with impaired driving with a court date of April 20, 2007.

On the 19th of March, 2007 at approximately 12:00 hours, an elderly female was contacted at her residence by a male caller who identified himself as security personnel employed by the Bank of Nova Scotia. The caller described an elaborate internal operation designed to identify internal thefts by bank tellers and convinced the victim to withdraw a large sum of money from her account in an attempt to assist in the investigation. The victim was directed to meet a male at the Thousand Islands Mall in the lot and hand over the money. The suspect advised the victim he was not able to provide a badge or identification as it may compromise the operation.

The Brockville Police Service would like to remind residents of this incident and to be aware if you should receive any phone calls with reference to requests for bank information - DO NOT COMPLY.

During the week ending March 19, 2007 officers of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 156 incidents.

Eight Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences, which included 1 person arrested and charged with impaired driving. Officers investigated 11 motor vehicle collisions with no serious injuries reported.

During the week ending March 11, 2007, members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 169 incidents.

Twenty-seven Criminal Code charges were laid for various offences. Thirty-one Provincial Offences tickets were also handed out by officer. Two drug related charges were laid. Officers investigated 5 motor vehicle collisions.

On March 10, 2007, a tractor trailer was stolen from the Brockville Truck Centre. Officers were able to arrest a subject for the offence. One male from Montreal has been charged with a number of Criminal Code offences. He is scheduled to appear in court on Monday, March 12, 2007 for a bail hearing. Anyone who may have witnessed any kind of suspicious activity in the area of the Brockville Truck Centre and GoodWill on Parkedale Avenue, in the afternoon hours of March 10, 2007, is asked to contact Cst. Jeff Wiwchar of the Brockville Police Service at 613-342-0127, ext 6072.

During the week ending March 5, 2007, members of the Brockville Police Service responded to 186 incidents.

Ten charges were laid under the Criminal Code for various criminal offences. Eight charges were laid under the Liquor Licence Act. Thirteen motor vehicle collisions were investigated with no serious injuries reported.

On Sunday, March 4th, just before 10:00 am, officers investigated a domestic disturbance. A 23 year old male is in custody after he threw a liquor bottle at his female partner. A child was also struck with the bottle. The 2 year old child was not seriously injured. The identity of the accused is not being released until he is charged at court today.

The police would like to remind everyone that the ice conditions on the river, ponds and lakes will soon be deteriorating as the temperatures rise this month, so please use caution if planning to use the ice surfaces.

During the week ending February 26, 2007, members of the Brockville Police Service attended to 181 incidents.

Twenty-four charges were laid for various Criminal Code offences. Four charges were laid under the Liquor Licence Act. Eleven motor vehicle collisions were investigated with no serious injuries reported.

On Friday evening, February 23, 2007, police were called to Brockville General Hospital in response to a disturbance call. Paul Baker of the City of Brockville, was arrested for assault with a weapon, assault and other charges. He will appear in Brockville Court on Monday, February 26, 2007 for a bail hearing.

On Saturday, February 24, 2007, at 12:15 am, police attended to an alarm call at the Buell St. Bistro. Upon arrival, it was discovered that a rear window had been broken and entry gained. Anyone with any information concerning this break and enter is asked to contact Constable Robert Ferguson of the Brockville Police Service at 613-342-0127.

During the week ending February 19, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 219 incidents.

Sixteen Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences including 1 person arrested for impaired driving. Forty-eight charges were laid under the Highway Traffic Act. Officers investigated 37 motor vehicle collisions with no serious injuries reported.

During the time period from Saturday, February 17 at 10:00 a.m. and Sunday, February 18 at 10:00 p.m. a flatbed Fontaine Trailer, Ontario licence plate Y77959 was stolen from the parking lot at 3049 Jefferson Drive. The flatbed trailer contained 10 Whiteman 15,000 kilowatt industrial generators with a total value of the generators to be $83,000.

Anyone with any information concerning this theft is asked to call the Brockville Police Service at 613-342-0127 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

The Brockville Police Service have received a complaint from an area resident concerning the safety of the ice conditions in the area of the shore line just east of Centeen Park. Local divers are using this area for winter diving and are cutting a large hole in the ice in order to scuba dive. It is also noted that a number of people are walking in this area with their animals and small children.

Please use extreme caution when walking on the ice particularly in this area. Ice conditions can not be trusted on the St. Lawrence River.

City of Brockville barricades have been erected in this area.

During the week ending February 12, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended a total of 193 incidents.

Eight Criminal Code charges were laid for various offences. Forty-Four Provincial Offences tickets were also handed out by officers. One drug related charge was laid. Officers investigated 18 motor vehicle collisions with no serious injuries.

On Sunday, February 11, 2007 Bruce Jason Bowes, 32 years of age, was arrested in Gananoque for a Brockville warrant. The warrant stems from a January 29 incidents when Bowes broke into Pharmasave located on King Street West. When leaving the business Bowes also assaulted and threatened witnesses on the street. Bowes appears in Brockville court on Bebruary 12, 2007 to face 6 Criminal Code charges.

Members of the Brockville Police Service are continuing the homicide investigation of thirty-three year old Stefanie Stevenson. Stefanie was shot in the driveway of her residence on Macodrum Drive at approximately 7:20 p.m. Saturday, December 23rd, 2006. Thirty-five year old Andrew Stevenson of Mallorytown (her ex-husband) is presently charged with first degree murder.

Anyone who may have information which may assist in this investigation is asked to contact Detective Constable Paul Ladouceur of the Brockville Police Criminal Investigation Branch at 613-342-0127 ext. 4224 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

During the week ending January 29, 2007, members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total 179 incidents.

Twenty-four Criminal Code charges were laid during this time period including 2 impaired drivers. Forty-two Provincial Offences tickets were also handed out by officers. There were also 4 drug related charges laid. Officers investigated 13 motor vehicle collisions with no serious injuries.

With recent cold weather and snow, city works crews are cleaning the streets. Just a reminder to park your vehicles off the street as the winter parking by-law will be enforced with a possibility of ticketed vehicles being towed.

During the week ending January 22, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 204 incidents.

Thirteen Criminal Code charges were laid during this time period for various criminal code offences. Fifty-two Provincial Offence tickets were issued.

Officers investigated 20 motor vehicle collisions with no serious injuries reported.

Reminder: with the cold nights ensure you give yourself extra time in the mornings to clear all the ice from your vehicle windows before you start your journey.

During the week ending January 15, 2007, members of the Brockville Police Service attended to a total of 176 incidents.

Twelve Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences. Five motor vehicle collisions were investigated with no serious injuries reported. Forty-one Provincial offences tickets were issued by officers.

On the 8th day of January, 2007, at approximately 1:30 pm, an occupant of an Amy Street home heard a loud noise at her home. She investigated and found that someone had unsuccessfully attempted entry into her home through a bedroom window. Police were contacted, however, no suspect was apprehended.

At approximately 2:00 pm, the same date, a witness surprised a suspect leaving a Ravina Place residence. The male suspect fled to Stewart Boulevard, where he left the area in a vehicle. The suspect is described as 5'7", 200 lbs, 22 years old, short brush cut style of hair, wearing blue jeans, blue ski jacket and white runners. The suspect's vehicle is described as a 1990's light beige or taupe Buick. There is an undisclosed amount of property missing from the residence.

During the week ending January 8, 2007 members of the Brockville Police Service attended at a total of 171 incidents.

Thirteen Criminal Code charges were laid for various criminal code offences. Officers investigated 11 motor vehicle collisions with no serious injuries reported.

On the 5th of January, 2007 at approximately 10:15 p.m. officers attended to 550 King Street West with reference to youths attemptingto break in to "Petrie's Fries”. Upon arrival of our K-9, Sep, and Constable Grant, the youths had left the area but the officer noticed a vehicle at the rear of the premise had been spray painted in white graffiti. K-9 tracked the suspects across King Street West into the bush area to Hartley Street and at the rear of the water pumping station. Four youths were apprehended with 2 of them in the possession of spray cans.

All youths were male and 16 years of age. Parents were contacted and all 4 youths were released to them.