Police News Release - November 2nd, 2026
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Note* The Criminal Code of Canada outlines the procedures for the release of accused persons. If they meet the criteria the Police are obliged to release them on appropriate conditions. It is not the police officer or police services' choice; they are following the rule of law.
Breach of the Peace / Assault
On November 1st at 6:08 a.m. police attended an apartment in the 400 block of 11th Street to remove a 19-year-old male who was highly intoxicated and throwing items around the residence. He was lodged for Breach of the Peace.
A female later attended BPS and provided statement that she had been assaulted by the male that evening prior to police arrival. The male was charged with Assault and was scheduled to attend court the evening of November 1st, 2026.
Arrest Warrants
In the past 24 hours, eight individuals were arrested on Warrants of Arrest. Of those arrested, four were released via Undertaking, two were released via Appearance Notice, and two were held for court.
Mischief Under $5000
On November 1st, police received a report that a home on Garwood Drive had been spray-painted. Upon attending the scene, officers discovered that four additional homes on Garwood Drive had also been spray-painted. An investigation led police to the local home of a 16-year-old male suspect, who was found with spray paint on his hands. The male was arrested and admitted to being responsible for mischief at three of the locations. He was later released via Undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court on January 4th, 2027.
Assault / Assault by Choking
On November 1st at 10:50 p.m., police attended an apartment in the 2100 block of Ottawa Avenue for a reported disturbance. Upon arrival, the victim disclosed two separate incidents of assault that had occurred on October 25th and July 28th, 2026. Photo evidence was provided to police, and the male suspect was arrested. He was later released via Undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court on January 11th, 2026.
J. Reichert
Recruitment & Communications Specialist
Community Support
For media inquiries: (204)729-2373 or J.reichert@brandon.ca
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