Category: Belleville Police Service

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 62 calls for service over a 24-hour period beginning at 5:00 am on January 22, 2025 to 5:00 am on January 23, 2025.

Breach of Probation

On the 22^nd of January at 1:50pm, Belleville Police received a report that a male who had been released from custody earlier in the day was currently breaching his conditions.  Officers commenced an investigation and determined that a 30-year-old Belleville man had breached two conditions of his Probation Order.  Police located the male in the early morning hours on the 23^rd of January and arrested him without incident.   He was charged with two counts of failing to comply with his Probation Order and held in custody for a bail hearing. 

Stolen vehicle recovered

On the 22^nd of January at 9:10pm, officers were called to a downtown business regarding a vehicle which had been stolen within the previous two hours.  Police were able to locate the vehicle using its onboard vehicle tracking system.  The vehicle was located in the area of Hwy 2 and Point Anne Rd.  The vehicle was a 2024 Genesis and was unoccupied when recovered.  Police are continuing the investigation.  Anyone with information regarding this theft or the persons responsible are asked to contact Cst. Whittaker at [email protected] or Crime Stoppers.

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 72 calls for service over a 24-hour period beginning at 5:00 am on January 21, 2025 to 5:00 am on January 22, 2025.

Vehicle struck cow

On the 21^st of January at 5:05am, Belleville Police attended a collision between a pick-up truck and a cow on Scuttlehole Rd.  The cow died upon impact however the driver was not injured as a result of the collision.  The owner of the cow was notified and the pickup truck was towed from the scene. 

Stolen vehicle leads to arrests

On the 21^st of January at 2:18pm, while on patrol in the city’s west end, an officer received a notification of a stolen vehicle while using the Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR). The vehicle was stopped and the two occupants from Hamilton were arrested. Tara Farrel, 31-years-old was charged with one count of possession of stolen property and released on an Undertaking with a court date in February.  The 34-year-old male driver was charged with possession of stolen property, possession of a prohibited weapon, and two counts of fail to comply with probation.  He was held for a bail hearing. 

Domestic assault

On 18 January, 2025, at 8:30pm, Belleville Police received a 911 call. Police were not able to speak to anyone, but could hear a female in distress. Through investigation, police were able to contact the female and began a domestic assault investigation. Police learned the female’s ex-husband had located her and assaulted her. The male had previously been charged with domestic assault on the female and released by the courts with conditions not to communicate or be in the area of the female. The investigation is continuing, and police will be looking to arrest the male suspect.

Domestic assault

On 18 January, 2025, at 9:40pm, Belleville Police began an investigation into a domestic situation at a Thurlow address. Police learned that a female had been assaulted and was not being allowed to leave the residence. Further information was received that the male had access to firearms and has brandished and fired a firearm in a previous incident. Police attended the area and located the male outside the residence. Officers placed the male under arrest after a brief struggle. Additional officers assisted in arresting and controlling the male who was believed to be under the influence of drugs at the time. A 41-year-old Belleville man is charged with domestic assault, utter threats, resist arrest, and careless discharge of a firearm. The male was held in custody for a bail hearing on 19 January, 2025. In the evening of 19 January, Belleville Police executed a search warrant on a trailer belonging to the male, and a sawed-ff shotgun and several air soft guns were located. The investigation is continuing, and further charges are expected. The name of the accused is not being released to protect the identity of the victim.

Impaired driver

On 19 January, 2025, at 3:00am, an officer on patrol observed a vehicle on North Front Street being operated in an erratic manner. A vehicle stop was conducted and an investigation began as to the sobriety of the driver. The female driver exhibited severe signs of impairment and was arrested for impaired operation of a motor vehicle. An open bottle of liquor was located in the vehicle and the driver was found to be unlicensed. The driver provided breath samples two and a half times over the legal limit. The driver was charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle, operation with over 80 milligrams, driving with an open container of liquor, and drive a motor vehicle with no license. Alexandra UFKES, 31, of Deseronto was released on an undertaking with a court date on 27 February, 2025

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 66 calls for service over a 24-hour period beginning at 5:00 am on January 7, 2025 to 5:00 am on January 8, 2025

Traffic stop leads to charges

On the 7^th of January at 6:42pm, an officer conducted a vehicle stop in the city’s east end after an ALPR (Automatic License Plate Recognition) hit showed a suspended driver attached to a vehicle.  A 2019 Nissan was stopped after the license plate information revealed the registered owner was suspended for unpaid fines.  During the investigation, the officer also discovered that there was no valid insurance on the vehicle.  As a result, a 32-year-old Brighton man was charged with drive under suspension and drive motor vehicle with no insurance.  The driver was issued a summons for Provincial Offences court in February. 

Theft of shopping carts

A business located near Sidney St. and Bridge St. West contacted the Belleville Police Service on the 7^th of January to report that over the previous month, 27 shopping carts have been stolen from the property.  The shopping carts have a value of approximately $8000.  Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the stolen carts is asked to contact the Belleville Police Service at 613-966-0882 or Quinte Crime Stoppers.

Propane tank thieves caught

A call to a north end business led to the arrest of two individuals late Friday.

Shortly before 10 p.m. officers were dispatched to a business on Millennium Parkway for a report of a theft.

Staff reported two people broke into a storage area and made off with a propane tank.

Police located the suspects nearby and one was found to be on court-imposed conditions not to be in the area of the business.

Charged with theft under $5,000 and breach of probation is Terry Peterbaugh, 51 of no fixed address. Also charged with theft under $5,000 in relation to the incident is Stella Olmstead, 47, of no fixed address.

Both were released with a February court date.

Be wary of parking lot jewelry sales

Officers are investigating after a bait-and-switch theft in the parking lot of a Millennium Parkway business Saturday afternoon.

Shortly before 4 p.m. what appeared to be a family approached a woman walking through the parking lot of a north end business. The family implied they were attempting to sell an expensive necklace – and offered for her to try it on.

As the woman was putting on the necklace that was apparently for sale, the thieves stealthily removed an expensive piece of jewelry from the woman.

The family then left the scene with the woman’s jewelry in hand.

An investigation into identifying the group is underway, however the public is cautioned to be wary of anyone offering to sell merchandise or items in what could be considered a suspicious way.

Impaired driver arrested

What was initially a suspicious vehicle call turned into an overnight stay at the Belleville police station for a 34-year-old man, Saturday.

Officers were called to a Tracey Street address for a report of a suspicious man sitting in a vehicle in a parking lot at 9:18 p.m.

Police spoke with the male and detected the odour of alcohol on his breath.

Following an investigation, he was arrested and charged with impaired driving and driving with more than the legal limit of alcohol in his blood (Over 80 mgs).

While talking to witnesses during the investigation, officers were advised of what was believed to be a domestic dispute involving the male and a female at a nearby residence.

It was alleged the male broke into the female’s home while she was sleeping.

As a result, the male was additionally charged with Criminal Harassment and Break and Enter. He was held for a bail hearing on Sunday.

Given the domestic nature of the incident, the male’s name is not being released to protect the identify of the victim involved.

Bar to a bar fight

A 44-year-old Harrowsmith man was held in police custody overnight following a physical altercation at a bar on North Front Street early Sunday.

Officers were dispatched to the scene shortly before 1 a.m. Staff advised a man, who became involved in a fight at the bar had left and returned with a metal bar to continue the altercation.

The male was detained by staff until police arrived. He was arrested and charged with public intoxication and held until sober.

Driver on bail conditions nabbed

A driver was held for a bail hearing following a traffic stop on Dundas Street West early Monday.

An officer pulled a vehicle over shortly after 1 a.m. for a traffic violation.

A check of the driver found him to be on release conditions which included a curfew of 9 p.m. until 6 a.m.

The 47-year-old Quinte West resident was arrested, charged with breaching his conditions and held for a bail hearing today.

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 85 calls for service between 5:00 am on 2 January, 2025 to 5:00 am on 3 January, 2025.

Stunt driving

On 2 January, 2025, at 10:05pm, an officer on patrol observed a vehicle travelling at a very high rate of speed on Old Highway 2 near Old Kingston Road. The vehicle was clocked on radar travelling at 115km/h in the posted 60km/h zone. A 22-year-old Belleville male was charged with stunt driving. The male’s driver’s licence was suspended for 30 days, and his vehicle was impounded for 14 days. He will appear in court on 3 March, 2025 to answer the charge.

Mischief

On 25 December, 2024, between 10:00pm, and 12:00am, an unknown suspect in the area of Harder Drive and Deacon Place slashed the tires on 10 different vehicles. Police were able to obtain a picture of the suspect who is described as a younger male, wearing a rust brown jacket and blue jeans. Anyone with information or anyone who may have footage of the suspect or incident is asked to contact Cst Brandon Miller at [email protected] .

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 46 calls for service between 5:00 am on December 30, 2024 to 5:00 am on December 31, 2024.

Breach of probation

On 30 December, 2024 shortly before 10:00pm, Belleville Police were called to an east end address for a report of a breach of probation. Upon arrival, police spoke to a female that informed them that her ex had contacted her and breached his probation order. Through investigation Police further learned that the male was wanted on two warrants for a total of nine previous breach of probation charges. The 42-year-old Belleville male was located by police in the area and was arrested. He was held for a bail hearing on 31 December, 2024.

Breach of conditions

On 31 December, 2024 shortly after midnight, Belleville Police were called to an east end address for reports of a domestic dispute. Police learned through investigation that there had been previous domestic disputes at that address and a male associated to that address was on conditions not to communicate with a female who resides there stemming from a previous domestic related charge. Upon arrival, police learned that the male was breaching the conditions of his undertaking. The 35-year-old male of Belleville was arrested and held for a bail hearing on 31 December 2024.

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 173 calls for service between 5:00 am on December 27, 2024 to 5:00 am on December 30, 2024.

Family Dispute

On the 29^th of December, 2024 at 12:36am, Belleville Police Service were dispatched to a residence on Ridley Street, after receiving a report of a family dispute in progress. When police arrived, the female victim reported she was assaulted by her intoxicated son, with apparent injuries. As a result of the investigation, police arrested a 21-year old male of Belleville, for assault. The accused was transported to the Belleville Police Station and released on an undertaking, issued a court date in February 2025.

Domestic Assault

On December 29^th, 2024, at 2:15am, Belleville Police were called to a residence on Lywood Street, regarding a domestic incident.  Upon arrival, police received information that the female victim reported her vehicle was damaged by her partner and the male suspect had departed the area. Further investigation led to officers locating and arresting a 39-year-old Belleville man for domestic mischief and uttering threats. The accused was held for a bail hearing on December 29^th, 2024.

Domestic Assault

On 29 December, 2024, at approximately 12:00pm, police were called to a west end address regarding a domestic assault. Upon arrival, police learned that a male had assaulted his wife and damaged her phone. Police arrested the 33-year-old Belleville man, and he was charged with two counts of spousal assault, and one count of mischief. He was held for a bail hearing on 30 December, 2024.

Police continue to search for missing 26-year-old Belleville resident

Members of the Belleville Police Service’s Criminal Investigation Division are continuing to search for 26-year-old Belleville resident Andrew Robinson.  Robinson was last observed at 2:25am on the 23^rd of December walking east bound on College Street West from Sidney St.  Robinson was not dressed for the cold weather when he left his residence.  Police and family are concerned for his safety and well-being.  Andrew is described as 5’11”, 155 lbs., having short black hair and a mustache.  He was last observed wearing white track pants, a ty-die style long sleeve shirt with the word “ELEMENT” on the sleeve, black shoes and wearing a black backpack.  He was also observed to be carrying a teddy bear.  Anyone with information regarding Robinson’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Belleville Police Service at 613-966-0882. 

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 98 calls for service between 5:00 am on December 25, 2024 to 5:00 am on December 27, 2024.

Slashed Tires

The Belleville Police Service is continuing to investigate numerous reports of tires slashed on vehicles in the area of Avondale Rd and Harder Dr.  So far, a total of 10 vehicles have had their tires slashed overnight between Christmas and Boxing Day.  The suspect is described as having a slim build wearing a rust coloured hooded jacket, blue jeans and running shoes.  Residents in the area are encouraged to check any home security video that may have captured images of the suspect.  Anyone with information regarding these incidents is asked to contact Cst. Miller at [email protected] or 613-966-0882 x 4241. 

Stolen Vehicle

On the 26^th of December at 7:50am, police attended a residence in the city’s east end for the report of a stolen vehicle.  Police learned that on the 25^th of December the homeowner had invited two persons into his residence whom he had recently met online.  The persons left the residence later in the evening.  The homeowner woke up the next morning to learn that the keys to his vehicle and his car had been stolen.  The vehicle is a white 2009 Hyundai Elantra with black rims and black door handles.  The licence plate on the vehicle is DCDZ 462.  Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the vehicle are asked to contact the Belleville Police. 

Prohibited driver charged

On the 27^th of December at 3:57am, officers on patrol observed a vehicle on Dundas Street East with no licence plates. Police stopped the vehicle and learned that the driver was prohibited from driving in Canada stemming from a previous conviction for “fail to stop for police” and prohibited driving province wide for unpaid fines. Miranda Tofflemire, 24 years-old of Napanee was arrested and charged with driving while prohibited under the Criminal Code and operating a motor vehicle with no plates, no permit for motor vehicle and fail to surrender proof of insurance under the Provincial Offences Act. Tofflemire was released at the scene with a court date in February 2025.

Police continue to search for missing 26-year-old Belleville resident

Members of the Belleville Police Service’s Criminal Investigation Division are continuing to search for 26-year-old Belleville resident Andrew Robinson.  Robinson was last observed at 2:25am on the 23^rd of December walking east bound on College Street West from Sidney St.  Robinson was not dressed for the cold weather when he left his residence.  Police and family are concerned for his safety and well-being.  Andrew is described as 5’11”, 155 lbs., having short black hair and a mustache.  He was last observed wearing white track pants, a ty-die style long sleeve shirt with the word “ELEMENT” on the sleeve, black shoes and wearing a black backpack.  He was also observed to be carrying a teddy bear.  Anyone with information regarding Robinson’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Belleville Police Service at 613-966-0882. 

Below are two images of Robinson from the 23^rd of December.

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 165 calls for service between 5:00 am on December 20, 2024 to 5:00 am on December 23, 2024.

Barricaded male surrenders

A 30-year-old Belleville man is facing a number of domestic-related charges following an incident which led to a stand-off with police for a number of hours in the east end, Sunday.

Officers attended a home in the city shortly after 1 a.m. to arrest a male wanted on a number of charges related to a domestic dispute reported earlier.

However, shortly after officers contacted the male – who was alone in the home and refusing to come to the door – he barricaded himself inside the residence and began threatening to self-harm.

Officers contained the scene and members of the Belleville Police Service Emergency Response Team and Crisis Negotiators were called to assist. A number of other emergency services were called to be on standby as the situation unfolded over a number of hours.

Shortly after 4 a.m. the male surrendered to police without further incident and was taken into custody.

The male was charged with the following offences:

• Assault;
• Assault by Choking;
• Two counts of Mischief;
• Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm;
• Uttering Threats to Burn, Destroy, or Damage Property.

The male was held in custody for a bail hearing. His name is not being released to protect the identity of the victim involved in the incident.

Lights off leads to lights out for impaired driver

Driving without headlights turned on after dark led police to an impaired driver Saturday.

An officer on patrol observed a vehicle driving on North Front Street without proper headlights around 8:30 p.m. Saturday.

After stopping the vehicle and checking the male driver, it was found he had consumed alcohol.

Following an investigation, the male was arrested and charged with Over 80 mgs (driving with more than the legal limit of alcohol in his blood)

Charged is Joseph Cooper, 33, of Belleville. Cooper was released with a court date of January 23, 2025. In addition, his vehicle was impounded for seven days and his driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days.

Domestic charge

A 42-year-old man was arrested and held for bail on a charge of assault following a disturbance, Friday evening.

Police were called to a reported domestic dispute in the city’s north end shortly before 7 p.m.

Following an investigation, the man was arrested and held for a show cause hearing the following day. The name of the accused is not being released to protect the identity of the victim involved.

Festive RIDE program continues

As the holiday season continues, the Belleville Police Service is committed to ensuring the safety of everyone on our roads through the annual Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program.

This proactive initiative sees officers conducting roadside spot checks at locations throughout the city to deter and detect impaired driving. With festive gatherings and celebrations often involving alcohol or cannabis, the RIDE program serves as a crucial reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence and the importance of planning for a safe ride home.

Impaired driving is one of the leading causes of traffic-related injuries and fatalities.

We encourage all drivers to celebrate responsibly, arrange alternative transportation, and report suspected impaired drivers to police.

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 74 calls for service between 5:00 am on December 18, 2024 to 5:00 am on December 19, 2024.

Stolen vehicle

On 18 December, 2024, at 8:30am, Belleville Police received a call regarding a motor vehicle theft on Munro Avenue in the city’s east end. Between midnight and 8:30am, a Black Nissan Sentra with license plate # CRXA274 was taken from a resident’s driveway. Anyone with information on this is encouraged contact Belleville Police or Crime Stoppers

Arrest on warrants

On 18 December, 2024, at 4:03pm, Belleville Police received a call for service at the Belleville Probation and Parole office for a male wanted on multiple outstanding warrants. Officers attended and arrested 54-year-old Kevin Flood on his two outstanding warrants. Flood faces two counts of fail to comply with probation, one count of fail to comply with release order, and one count of fail to comply with undertaking. Flood was held for a bail hearing on 19 December, 2024.

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 83 calls for service between 5:00 am on December 17, 2024 to 5:00 am on December 18, 2024.

Arrest on warrants

On 17 December, 2024, at 4:20pm, Belleville Police received information that a wanted male was staying at a north end hotel. Police were advised that the male had a warrant for spousal assault, mischief, public mischief, and firearms charges. Officers with the Emergency Response Unit attended and safely took the male into custody. The 33-year-old Deseronto male was the transported to Cobourg Police Service, where the initial charges stemmed from, and he was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Project Renewal

 Project Renewal executed a Controlled Drugs and Substance Act search warrant in Belleville’s downtown core with the assistance of Belleville Police Emergency Response Unit and K9. The following was seized:

• 3 grams Cocaine
• 2 grams Fentanyl
• 2 grams unknown powder
• $565 Canadian Currency
• Digital Scales
• Packaging material
• 5 cell phones

D’Angelo FORDE 25 yrs. was charged with the following offences:

Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine – Sec 5(2) CDSA

Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl – Sec 5(2) CDSA

Proceeds of crime under $5000 – Sec. 354(1)(b) CC

Skylar DOWNS 19 yrs. was charged with the following offences:

Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine – Sec 5(2) CDSA

Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl – Sec 5(2) CDSA

Proceeds of crime under $5000 – Sec. 354(1)(b) CC

Forde was held for a bail hearing and Downs was released with a court date of 20 January, 2025

Arrest made in motor vehicle collision

The Belleville Police Service has made an arrest in an investigation regarding a vehicle striking a house. As reported on 22 November, 2024, police received a report of a vehicle that struck a residence on Marsh Drive. Upon arrival, the vehicle was still running, but the driver had fled the scene.

Belleville Police investigated the incident and identified 20-year-old Landon Galvin of Prince Edward County as the suspect. A warrant was issued for Galvin, and he surrendered himself to police on 16 December. Galvin was charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, mischief over $5000, as well as charges under the Highway Traffic Act. Galvin will appear in court on 23 January, 2025.

Warrants

On 16 December, 2024, an officer was on general patrol in the east end of Belleville when they observed a 50-year-old female who was wanted on warrants.  Terri-Lynn LaFrance from Belleville, who was wanted for failing to comply with her release conditions stemming from an incident in April this year for possession of controlled substances.  LaFrance was transported to Belleville Police Service and then released on an undertaking with a court date on 30 January, 2025.