Motor vehicle collision

On Sunday, at 11:25 a.m., police responded to a two-vehicle collision on North Front Street.

One vehicle was leaving a parking lot onto the street and struck another vehicle while exiting, stated police. As a result of the investigation, one driver was charged with failing to yield from a private drive. No injuries were reported.

Serious Assault

On Sunday, at 2:41 a.m., police were called to a North Front Street business after receiving a report of a man who had been stabbed. Police arrived on scene and discovered a 21-year-old man suffering from a serious stab wound. The man and witnesses were able to identify the suspect to police and 38-year-old Brien Theobalds of Oshawa was arrested and charged with one count of aggravated assault.

Theobalds was remanded in custody pending a bail hearing.

The man remains in hospital in Kingston with serious injuries. The investigation is continuing and police are still seeking witnesses. Anyone with any information is asked to please contact Det. Const. Erwin at 613-966-0882 ext. 2309 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477).

Arrested on warrants

On Friday, just before 4 p.m., a woman attended at the Belleville Police Station and surrendered on an outstanding committal warrant. The warrant for the 33-year-old Belleville woman was confirmed and she was arrested on the strength of an outstanding warrant for uttering threats.

Festive Ride

On Friday, at 9 p.m., police conducted RIDE programs throughout the city.

A total of 300 vehicles were checked. Two approved screening device tests were given resulting in one, three-day driver licence suspension being issued for registering a “warn” and one impaired driver was arrested. A 27-year-old Belleville man has been charged with impaired driving.

Police are reminding the public that during this holiday season to not drive after consuming alcohol and/or cannabis. Consider an alternative to driving, such as public transit, a local taxi service, or a designated driver.