(Bradford, ON) On Tuesday, November 8, 2016, just before 11:00 p.m., a South Simcoe Police constable was patrolling downtown Bradford when he noticed an elderly woman wandering in a parking lot. The officer spoke to the confused woman and was able to determine her name. He was then able to locate an address using the police computer. He returned her to her home and waited with her until relatives arrived.
The Registry for Vulnerable People is a South Simcoe Police initiative to identify members of the community who may come into contact with the Police Service that are vulnerable due to a physical or mental condition they have. The registry promotes communication and gives police quick access to critical information about a registered vulnerable person. The registry can provide police with emergency contact information, detailed physical descriptions, known routines, favourite attractions or special needs of the vulnerable individual. This information can assist officers in communicating with, attending a residence of or dealing with an emergency involving a vulnerable individual.
To register a relative on our Vulnerable Persons Registry, drop in to one of our stations or go to our website, www.southsimcoepolice.on.ca
Commercial Motor Vehicle Inspections
(Bradford, ON) On Tuesday, November 8, 2016, South Simcoe Police partnered with the Ministry of Transportation and conducted a Commercial Motor Vehicle Inspection blitz. South Simcoe officers identified vehicles and brought them to the Bob Fallis Arena in Bradford, where a team of five inspectors went over the vehicles looking for mechanical and safety violations.
A total of 26 inspections were conducted. 15 of those vehicles were removed from service until repairs could be made, a 58 % failure rate. Most of the violations were for brake deficiencies, load security or equipment and paperwork violations.
30 charges were laid, along with 19 cautions.
It’s the responsibility of every driver to make sure his or her vehicle is in proper working order before venturing out”
