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Media Releases
Official media releases and public advisories from the Belleville Police Service.
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UPDATE - Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Pedestrian
On May 26th at 10:14 a.m., Belleville Police, Fire and Hastings Quinte Paramedics responded to the intersection of Bridge Street East and Herchimer Avenue for a pedestrian…
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Belleville Police Focus on Vehicle Safety During Modified Vehicle Inspections
BELLEVILLE, ON – Belleville Police are stepping up efforts to keep roads safe by focusing on modified vehicles. Over the coming weeks, officers will be conducting inspections…
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Belleville Police Encourage Safe Driving During Canada Road Safety Week
BELLEVILLE, ON – Today marks the beginning of Canada Road Safety Week, a 7-day national campaign aimed at making Canada’s roads the safest in the world. This annual awareness…
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Belleville Police Service Launches 190th Anniversary Celebrations During Police Week
BELLEVILLE, ON – This National Police Week, the Belleville Police Service (BPS) is celebrating not only the dedication of our officers and the strength of our community…
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The Belleville Police Service Welcomes First Honorary Chief of Police
BELLEVILLE, ON – Members of the Belleville Police Service warmly welcomed The Honourable Stephen Hunter (Retired) as the Service’s first Honorary Chief of Police during an…
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Belleville Drug Warrant – Male Wanted for 1st-Degree Murder Arrested
On April 30th, the members of the Belleville Police Intelligence and Street Crime Unit, with the assistance of Belleville Emergency Response Unit, Kingston Emergency Response…
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Belleville Police Service Goes Live with Next Generation 9-1-1
BELLEVILLE, ON – The Belleville Police Service is proud to announce the successful implementation of Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1), marking a major step forward in…
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Belleville Police Supports Loyalist College Students "Eyes Up Belleville" Initiative to Combat Distracted Driving
BELLEVILLE, ON – Loyalist College students are leading a community safety initiative called “Eyes Up Belleville”. The campaign, delivered under Parachute Canada in partnership…
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Male Arrested After Internet Child Exploitation Investigation
On Friday, April 10, 2026, after an investigation conducted by the Belleville Police Services Internet Child Exploitation Unit, a 30-year-old Belleville man was arrested and…
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Belleville Police 911 Communicators Receive GM/OnStar Award
BELLEVILLE, ON – In celebration of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, the Belleville Police Service is proud to announce that our 911 communicators have been…
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Belleville Police Service Celebrates National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
BELLEVILLE, ON – From April 12 to 18, the Belleville Police Service joins communities across the country in celebrating National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, honouring…
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Belleville Police Service Launches Zone Policing Model
BELLEVILLE, ON – In 2026, the Belleville Police Service is introducing a zone policing framework to provide more focused and proactive service across the city. The city has…
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Belleville's 2026 Polar Plunge Wraps Up with $23,900 Raised for Special Olympics Ontario
BELLEVILLE, ON – The Belleville Police Service is proud to celebrate the success of the 2026 Belleville Polar Plunge. On April 10 at the Herchimer Boat Launch, brave…
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Last Day of Fraud Prevention Month: Stay Alert, Stay Safe
BELLEVILLE, ON – As Fraud Prevention Month comes to a close, the Belleville Police Service reminds the community that fraud can happen to anyone, and vigilance does not stop…
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Temporary Lockdown at a West End Secondary School
On March 26th at 12:26pm, Belleville Police responded to a report of an individual inside a West End Secondary School with a firearm.
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UPDATE: 2026 Belleville Polar Plunge Rescheduled to April 10
BELLEVILLE, ON – The 2026 Belleville Polar Plunge, originally set for Friday, March 27, has been rescheduled due to ice conditions and for safety reasons. The event will now…
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UPDATE: Impaired Motor Vehicle Collision Causing Death
In connection with the motor vehicle collision that occurred on March 21st, John Golka, 49-year-old Quinte West man, was originally arrested and charged with the following…
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Reminder: Special Olympics Polar Plunge Returns to Belleville
BELLEVILLE, ON – The 2026 Special Olympics Polar Plunge is almost here! Join us on Friday, March 27th at 1:00 pm at the Herchimer Boat Launch in Belleville for this event that…
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Arrest Made for Failing to Comply with Release Order
On February 24th, 2026, members of the Belleville Police Service Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit arrested a 47-year-old Courtice, Ontario male, Jeffery Merrick, on two…
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UPDATE: Pedestrian Struck by Train — Rail Crossings Temporarily Blocked
The pedestrian was pronounced deceased. Any further inquiries should be directed to the Office of the Chief Coroner.
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Get to Know the Belleville Police Service 2026 Operating Budget Request
BELLEVILLE, ON – On behalf of the Belleville Police Service members, the Police Service Board, Chair Heather Smith, and Chief Murray Rodd, the Belleville Police Service is…
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Fire Investigation in Belleville
On February 12th, at approximately 5:30 AM, Belleville Police responded to a house fire in the area of Queen Street and William Street. Belleville Fire and Hastings-Quinte…
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Kingston Police Officer Arrested in Criminal Harassment Investigation
A member of the Kingston Police Service has been charged by Belleville Police Service in connection to off-duty incidents.
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Special Olympics Polar Plunge Returns to Belleville!
BELLEVILLE, ON – The 2026 Polar Plunge in support of Special Olympics Ontario is here, and it’s time to get #FreezinForAReason! This incredible event will take place on Friday,…
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Successful Flag Raising Ceremony Marks Preventative Health Awareness Month (PHAM)
BELLEVILLE, ON – The Belleville Police Service, in partnership with community leaders and the Real Lives Touched by Addiction movement, hosted a Flag Raising Ceremony on…
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Crime Stoppers Marks 50 Years of Anonymous Tips Keeping Communities Safe
BELLEVILLE, ON – January marks the 50th anniversary of Crime Stoppers, and the Belleville Police Service is proud to recognize this milestone—one that holds special…
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Belleville Police Service Announces the Retirement of Sergeant Pat Comeau
BELLEVILLE, ON – The Belleville Police Service announces the retirement of Sgt. Pat Comeau, effective January 31, 2026, marking the close of a remarkable 34-year career of service.
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Open Letter to the City of Belleville Crossing Guards
To the City of Belleville Crossing Guards,
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190 Years of Service: Belleville Police Service Invites Community to Help Bring History to Life
BELLEVILLE, ON – The year 2026 marks a significant milestone for the Belleville Police Service (BPS) as it celebrates its 190th anniversary. The official anniversary date is…
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