Good news this Friday!
A missing bicycle, belonging to a Victoria nurse, has been recovered!
The victim reported that her bicycle was stolen Wednesday while she was working in the 700-block of Douglas Street, administering COVID-19 vaccinations.
At 2 a.m. Friday morning, VicPD spotted a 44-year-old man pushing the distinctive Trek bicycle in the 500-block of Herald Street.
A GREAT update to an important file that we worked hard to resolve.
Thanks to Patrol's Cst. Nystedt – a former homicide detective with VIIMCU & avid cyclist – for his work locating the bike. #yyj https://t.co/U1giJr2nfp
— Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) May 14, 2021
The patrol officer — a former homicide detective — confirmed the stolen bike and arrested the man without incident.
The suspect, a 44-year-old Kelowna man who came to Victoria in January, faces recommended charges for possession of stolen property and was released with conditions for a future court date.
“This comes at a fitting step during National Nurses Week, which recognizes the incredible, selfless contributions of nurses both every day and during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said VicPD in a statement.
Some great news to start your Friday!!
A sharp-eyed patrol officer recovered Sara's stolen bike just before 2 a.m. this morning. Sara has been notified & we'll be happy to get it back to her later today. #NationalNursesWeek https://t.co/QXI0H6xzU9
— Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) May 14, 2021
This file remains under investigation.
VicPD are asking anyone with information to call (250) 995-7654.
