Media Release
22 May 2013
RELEASE AUTHORIZED BY:
Cst. R. Burgess #74
Public Information Officer, 204-729-2345
22 May 2013
Threats Made / Suspect Arrested
At 1:29 PM on Tuesday, a man reported that he had been threatened by another male at downtown restaurant, earlier in the day. The suspect allegedly threatened to cause harm to the victim and had reportedly made similar comments in the past. The male suspect was located and arrested. A 44 year old Brandon man is to appear in court on July 22nd, 2013, on a charge of uttering threats.
Possible Sexual Assault Being Investigated
At 1:02 AM this morning, a report was received of a possible sexual assault. A 16 year old female had just returned home, displaying mental and physical trauma which suggested that she may have been sexually assaulted. The girl indicated that she had been assaulted by a male suspect, but specific details were difficult to obtain as the victim was highly intoxicated. She was transported to Brandon Regional Health Centre by ambulance for treatment and the incident is currently being investigated.
Assault / Arrest Warrant Requested
At 1:31 AM this morning, a report was received that a woman had been assaulted by a man that she knew, at a residence in the 300 block of Cornwallis Crescent. A heated verbal argument between the suspect and victim had allegedly escalated to the point where the victim was pushed down multiple times and restrained by the suspect, when she attempted to use the telephone to call for help. The male suspect could not be located and is being sought by Police. A warrant of arrest has been requested for a 36 year old Brandon man, on a charge of assault.
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