Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 215 calls for service beginning at 5:00 am on November 14, 2025 to 5:00 am on November 17, 2025.
Hostage Incident
On November 15th at 9:40pm, Belleville Police responded to the city’s west end regarding a report of screaming coming from a residence. Officers attended the residence and observed a male holding a young child. The male then brandished a knife before retreating into the residence and locking the door. Containment was established around the home.
At 10:19pm, the male exited the residence and, after a brief foot pursuit, was taken into custody. The child was unharmed.
As a result, a 36-year-old Belleville man was arrested and charged with:
· Hostage taking
· Abandoning child
· Resist peace officer
· Possessions of weapon for dangerous purpose
· Assault with a weapon
He was held for a bail hearing.
Driver Charged with Impaired
On November 16th at 2:51am, Belleville Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the city’s east end. Officers spoke to the driver and observed him to be impaired.
As a result of investigation, Ahtonwa Doreen, a 29-year-old man, was arrested and charged with Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus. He was released on an Undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court in December.
Intimate Partner Violence
On November 15th at 3:28pm, Belleville Police responded to a residence in the city’s east end regarding a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, it was reported that a verbal argument escalated and a female smashed two coffee cups. The argument continued with the female attempting to choke the male and also striking him in the back with a broom handle.
As a result, a 33-year-old Campbellford woman was arrested and charged with:
· Assault with a weapon
· Assault causing bodily harm
She was released on an Undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court in December.
Mischief
On November 15th at 4:22am, Belleville Police received a report that the door of a residence on Raycroft Drive had been kicked in. When officers arrived, no suspects were present. After reviewing video footage, police observed four unknown individuals walking together in a group. One suspect approached the residence and kicked the door, causing significant damage. All individuals then fled the scene.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information or surveillance footage from the area during this time is encouraged to contact Belleville Police at 613-966-0882, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
Author: Pete Fisher
Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love
