CRIME OF THE WEEK, March 23, 2026

The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving;

Sexual Assault

A sexual assault occurred in the early morning hours of March 21st, 2026, in the area of 20th Street (500–700 block) south of Victoria Avenue in Brandon.

An unidentified male suspect, described as tall and wearing all black clothing along with a black ski mask, approached a female victim from behind, forced her against a wall, and assaulted her. The victim resisted and was able to escape without physical injury. The suspect fled the area immediately afterward.

Investigators are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the individual or providing information that may aid the investigation. Police are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who:

• Was in the 500–700 block of 20th Street between approximately 3:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. on March 21, 2026 
• Observed or heard anything suspicious or unusual in the area 
• Has information about an individual matching the suspect description 
• May have relevant video footage, including home security or doorbell camera recordings 

Any information, no matter how minor it may seem, could be valuable to the investigation.

If you have information on this, please contact Crime Stoppers. 

All tips remain anonymous and you WILL be rewarded with cash.

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If you have information about this or any other crime you are asked to contact Brandon Crime Stoppers @ 204-727-TIPS (8477), www.brandoncrimestoppers.com or by texting BCSTIP+your message to CRIMES (274637).  Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to Call Display.  Your call is not recorded and your identity will remain anonymous.  Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2000.00 cash for information that leads to the solution of a crime.  

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SUBMITTED BY: J. Reichert 

Coordinator – Brandon Crime Stoppers Program

204-729-2390