Police Media Release - May 9, 2025

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In the last 24 hours there were four people arrested for IPDA (Intoxicated Persons Detention Act).  As well as four people arrested on the strength of their Warrants.

Theft Under $5000

On May 8^th at 12:46PM an employee of a business in the 900 block of Victoria Avenue reported a theft of approximately $50 worth of meat products. A suspect description was given, and police were able to locate the 42-year-old male in the area. He was charged with Theft Under $5000 and released via Undertaking with a court date of July 10^th, 2025.

Sexual Assault / Sexual Interference

The Major Crimes Section led an investigation into a historical sexual assault complaint. A 21-year-old female reported being assaulted by her former stepfather between the ages of 9-12 years old. On May 8^th the 42-year-old male was arrested, held in detention cells and will attend court in the morning on May 9^th, 2025.

Failure to Comply Release Order

On May 8^th at 7:06PM police responded to a report of an intoxicated female banging on the doors of a residence in the 200 block of 9^th Street. Police attended and located the 22-year-old woman who was to abide by conditions not to attend the address. She was arrested, held in detention cells and will be released once sober. A court date of July 17^th, 2025 has been set.

Fires  

In the last 24 hours there were two fires – both deemed nonsuspicious.

On May 9^th at 1:03AM 911 advised of a fire reported on Williamson Drive. A neighbour called in reporting she could see flames and smoke coming from a nearby residence. Brandon Fire & Emergency Services attended alongside BPS. It is believed that a BBQ smoker that was kept on the back deck was the origin. The fire was primarily contained there. A neighbour reported smoke inhalation after attempting to evacuate the homeowners. Medical aid was on location. The fire is not deemed suspicious.

Just before midnight on May 8th 911 advised of a fire in the 1900 block of Hilton Avenue. A portable pressure washer truck, which had a boiler to heat the water, caught fire. There were no injuries, the fire was extinguished, and the vehicle was towed.

Janet Reichert
Recruitment & Communications Specialist
Community Support
For media inquiries: 204-729-2373 or J.reichert@brandon.ca

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