Belleville Police Service Welcomes Three New Constables On September 29, 2026, the Honourable Justice Bonn of the Ontario Court of Justice presided over the swearing-in ceremony of the Belleville Police Service’s three newest Constables. Constables Joshua Beale, Thiago Do Amaral and Bradley Heykoop graduated from the Ontario Police College on September 18, 2026. Chief Murray Rodd, members of the Belleville Police Service, and the officers’ family and friends gathered to celebrate this important milestone as the new constables began their careers in policing. The Belleville Police Service is proud to welcome Constables Beale, Do Amaral and Heykoop to the organization and looks forward to their contributions in serving and protecting the Belleville community. Back to Briefs

Belleville Police Service to Hold a Press Conference On Thursday, September 24, at 2:00 p.m., Belleville Chief of Police Murray Rodd will deliver remarks to members of the media regarding the tragic incident that occurred outside the Sons of Jacob Synagogue on Sunday evening in Belleville. The press conference will take place at the Belleville Police Service, located at 459 Sidney Street, Belleville. Notes: Media representatives must RSVP by emailing lwilkinson@bellevilleps.ca. Back to Briefs

East End Incident On September 20, 2026, at approximately 7:10 p.m., a Belleville Police Service officer encountered an individual in the area of Bleecker Avenue and Victoria Avenue. The officer and the individual sustained injuries and were transported to hospital. The Belleville Police Service has notified the province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) of the incident. Belleville Police Service is unable to provide any further information at this time. We ask members of the public to avoid the area and follow any directions provided by emergency personnel. There is no risk to public safety. Media inquiries: Lauren Wilkinsonlwilkinson@bellevilleps.ca Back to Briefs

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 97 calls for service from 5:00 a.m. on September 15, 2026, to 5:00 a.m. on September 16, 2026. Criminal Harassment On September 14, 2026, Belleville Police investigated a report of ongoing harassment. It was reported that following a dispute, a male repeatedly attended two separate residences over an extended period of time. The male attended the properties on numerous occasions, causing disturbances, yelling at occupants, and engaging in unwanted communication. On September 15, 2026, as a result of the investigation, a 20-year-old Belleville man was arrested and charged with: Criminal harassment – threatening conduct X2 He was held for a bail hearing. Fraud, Theft, Trespassing On September 13, 2026, Belleville Police responded to a business on North Front Street regarding a fraud investigation. It was reported that a wallet had been stolen from a vehicle overnight and that a credit card

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 273 calls for service from 5:00 a.m. on September 11, 2026, to 5:00 a.m. on September 14, 2026. Motor Vehicle Collision On September 11, 2026, at 8:59 p.m., Belleville Police responded to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Mitchell Road and Airport Parkway. It was reported that one vehicle turned through the intersection into the path of another vehicle that was proceeding through the traffic lights, resulting in a head-on collision. As a result of the investigation, the at-fault driver was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Turn – Not in Safety. Minor injuries were reported. Intimate Partner Violence On September 11, 2026, at 3:53 p.m., Belleville Police responded to an apartment in the city’s east end regarding a domestic disturbance. It was reported that a male attended a female’s residence despite being bound by conditions, including non-communication, and

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 82 calls for service over 24 hours from 5:00 a.m. on September 10, 2026, to 5:00 a.m. on September 11, 2026. Stabbing On September 10, 2026, at 9:40 p.m., Belleville Police responded to the area of Front Street regarding a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, officers spoke with a female outside a business who reported that, during an altercation inside, a male had grabbed her by the throat. Following the incident, the parties left the area separately. While investigating, officers received a separate call reporting a stabbing involving the same male at an apartment above the business. Officers attended and located a male victim in the hallway suffering from stab-related injuries. Officers subsequently located the male suspect inside his apartment and took him into custody without further incident. As a result of the investigation, a 65-year-old Belleville man was arrested and charged