Distraction Theft, Stolen Vehicle, Suspicious Fires, Medical Assistance: Brockville Police Reports – March 29, 2023

Brockville – Police reports from the Brockville Police Service from March 26th to 29th, 2023.

Distraction Theft:

On March 29th, 2023 an LCBO customer, shopping at the Parkedale Ave location fell victim to distraction theft. Shortly before 3 pm, the victim proceeded to the check-out to pay for her purchases. During this transaction, the victim’s PIN number was unknowingly viewed by a male suspect.

The victim then left the store, returning to her vehicle while then being distracted by a female suspect who spoke to her about damage to her vehicle. During this brief conversation, the victim’s debit card was stolen from her purse. Further purchases were then made by the suspects using the stolen debit card. Brockville Police are asking that members of the public protect their valuables, remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately to the police.

The investigation is ongoing.

Stolen Vehicle:

Members of the Brockville Police Service are investigating the report of a stolen vehicle. During the early morning hours on March 28th, 2023 a 2016 White GMC Sierra pick-up truck was stolen from the driveway of a North-end residence.

Suspicious Fires:

On two separate occasions, overnight on the 28th of March 2023, small fires were deliberately set to garbage located in two different areas within the South-end of the City. No extensive damage or injuries have been reported. The fires were set between 2 am and 4 am and police are asking that anyone who may have information contact Cst. Mike Serson at 1-613-342-0127 ext: 6109.

Medical Assistance:

On Sunday, March 26th at approximately 6:00 am members of the Brockville Police Service were called to the area of Perth St., and Brock St. in the City’s South-end to assist paramedics who were responding to an unconscious male.

The male was medically treated and later transported to the hospital. Officers also secured the area pending further information and investigation.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone who has any information is asked to contact Acting D/Sgt. Jamie Garvin at 1-613-342-0127 ext: 4248.