Police News Release - October 21st, 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.
Arrest Warrants
In the past 24 hours, six individuals were arrested on the strength of their Warrants for Arrest. One individual was additionally charged with Resist Arrest.
Of the six individuals, four were held for court, one was released on an Appearance Notice, and one was released on an Undertaking with future court dates.
Utter Threats
On October 20th at 9:03 a.m., police responded to a disturbance in the 2200 block of Brandon Avenue after receiving two separate calls reporting a verbal argument.
A 60-year-old male was parallel parking his vehicle when an unrelated 32-year-old male, brandishing a torque wrench, uttered threats toward him. Police attended the scene and located the suspect, who was arrested and later released on an Undertaking with a future court date of December 28th, 2026.
Utter Threats / Possession of a Weapon
On October 20th at 11:52 a.m., police responded to a residence on Cornell Bay after receiving a report of a male outside a home with a sword, knocking at the door and making threats toward the homeowner. Police attended and located the 36-year-old male, who was believed to be under the influence of drugs. He was arrested and transported to Brandon Police Service (BPS), where he was held until sober and released on an Undertaking. The male is scheduled to appear in court on January 4th, 2027.
J. Reichert
Recruitment & Communications Specialist
Community Support
For media inquiries: (204)729-2373 or J.reichert@brandon.ca
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