Impaired Driver On November 2, 2026, at 5:22 p.m., Belleville Police responded to the area of Sidney Street and Bridge Street West regarding a two-vehicle collision. It was reported that one vehicle collided with another at the intersection. Officers attended the scene and spoke with both drivers involved. During the investigation, officers observed signs of impairment displayed by one of the drivers. As a result of the investigation, Julia Ayotte, a 31-year-old Belleville woman, was arrested and charged with: Operation while impaired – alcohol Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration over 80 mg. She was released on an undertaking with a court date in December. No injuries were reported as a result of the collision. Back to Briefs

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 271 calls for service from 5:00 a.m. on October 30, 2026, to 5:00 a.m. on November 2, 2026. Intimate Partner Violence On November 1, 2026, at 5:18 p.m., Belleville Police responded to a residence in the city’s east end regarding a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, it was reported that a verbal altercation had occurred between a male and a female. It was reported that during the incident, the female punched the male before leaving the area. As a result of the investigation, a 30-year-old Belleville woman was located, arrested and charged with: Assault – spousal   She was held for a bail hearing. Assault On November 1, 2026, at 6:25 p.m., Belleville Police investigated a report involving a male and female known to one another. It was reported that the male had attended the female’s workplace despite being directed not to

Community Invited to Prayer Walk for Peace BELLEVILLE, ON – Community members are invited to attend a Prayer Walk for Peace on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., beginning at St. Thomas Church in Belleville. The event will bring together people from across the community to pray, reflect, and walk together in support of peace, unity, healing, and public safety. The event is open to everyone, regardless of faith or background. “This is an opportunity for people to come together around a common goal,” said Belleville Police Service Chaplain Brad Beale. “Whether you’re part of a faith community or not, everyone is welcome. The focus is on unity, respect, community safety and how we support one another as a community.” Participants will gather at the property of St. Thomas’ Anglican Church and then proceed together to a nearby gathering site for prayers, readings, and remarks from community leaders. Participants

Drug Arrests On October 30, 2026, members of the Belleville Police Service Drugs, Intelligence and Street Crime Unit executed Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrants on Wilkie Street with the assistance of the Belleville Police K9 and Emergency Response Unit. As a result, police seized: $1925 CDN $56 USD 3 grams of cocaine 6 grams of fentanyl 4 grams of crystal methamphetamine 5 codeine pills 16 hydromorphone pills 2 grams of psilocybin 4 cell phones 1 tablet 1 flare gun with 12 gauge slug As a result of police investigation, the following persons were arrested and charged: Daniel Downer, a 36-year-old Belleville man, was charged with the following offences and held for a bail hearing: Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 71 calls for service from 5:00 a.m. on October 29, 2026, to 5:00 a.m. on October 30, 2026. Motor Vehicle Collision On October 29, 2026, at 7:58 p.m., Belleville Police responded to the area of Frank Street and College Street West regarding a two-vehicle collision. Upon arrival, officers observed both vehicles had sustained damage. Officers spoke with the involved parties and determined that the driver of one vehicle attempted a turn and collided with the second vehicle. As a result of the investigation, a 25-year-old Brampton woman was charged with: Turn – not in safety (Highway Traffic Act) The driver of the second vehicle and a passenger were transported to hospital with minor injuries. Back to Briefs

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 134 calls for service from 5:00 a.m. on October 28, 2026, to 5:00 a.m. on October 29, 2026. Update on Constable Jeff Smith The Belleville Police Service is pleased to share that Constable Jeff Smith continues to make positive progress in his recovery. He has been released from hospital and is recovering well at home. Constable Smith and his family remain incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support shown by the community and beyond over the past several weeks. Every well wish and message of encouragement has been sincerely appreciated. Weapons On October 28, 2026, at 9:13 p.m., Belleville Police responded to Front Street after a report that a pedestrian was struck by an object from a passing vehicle. It was reported that an occupant of the vehicle fired projectiles from the vehicle, with one striking a female in the face. Officers