Belleville police responded to 92 calls for service over a 24-hour period from 5 a.m. on May 12, 2025 to 5 a.m. on May 13, 2025.
Two people charged in stolen vehicle
On May 12, 2025 at 10:4 6a.m., Belleville police received information regarding a stolen vehicle in the area of Yeoman St. Police searched the area and located the vehicle. Two people were located inside the vehicle. They were both arrested without incident. A 35-year-old female of no fixed address and a 48-year-old Belleville man were both charged with possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking and possession of stolen property over $5000. They were held for a bail hearing.
Unprovoked assault leads to arrest and charges
On May 12, 2025 at 5:35 p.m., a male was walking in the area of the Riverfront Trail on Front Street when he was approached by a male who proceeded to punch the victim in the head. The two parties did not know each other and the assault was unprovoked. The victim went to a nearby business for assistance. Hastings-Quinte Paramedics attended to assist the victim with minor physical injuries. Police obtained a detailed description of the suspect and searched the area. When located, the suspect took off on foot. Following a short foot pursuit, the 25-year-old man of no fixed address was arrested and charged with assault and breach of probation. He was held in custody for a bail hearing.
