Fraud suspect used ICBC text scam to steal $14,000 from victim: Saanich Police
The victim sent their bank details.
St. Patrick’s Day hit-and-run ends with Oak Bay driver fleeing on foot
Police still haven't found the suspect.
Saanich Police seize over $100K in vape products being sold to kids
They used Snapchat to promote their sales.
Multiple people assaulted and robbed at knifepoint in Victoria
He was chasing the victims.
Child pornography cases spike by 105% on the West Shore despite conviction efforts
There were a total of 39 cases in 2022.
Saanich Police cleared but ridiculed by watchdog for arrest in tenancy dispute last May
Their reasoning for using a police dog was called “fanciful.”
Second shooting in Nanaimo this month leaves one victim with serious gunshot wound
The victim flagged down community safety officers.
Suspect sought after $5,000 in damage caused to Royal Athletic Park
Damage includes cut wiring, junction boxes and breakers.
VicPD and Saanich Police collaborate to seize cash, property, drugs and guns
A bicycle worth $10,000 was also found. 🚲
RCMP arrest group driving stolen trucks on private property in Duncan
Thefts of Ford F-350s are on the rise.
66-year-old Nanaimo man arrested after stabbing security guard in Ladysmith
He has since been released from custody.
Three people arrested in Vancouver Island drug trafficking bust
Two homes were raided.
VicPD butts heads with Victoria and Esquimalt councils over proposed budget
The police force sought a 10% increase, while other departments are seeking 7%.
Police release photo of Mount Washington assault suspect
He was captured on a helmet cam.
Investigation underway after vehicle crashes into residence on Quadra Street
Only one person was injured.
Red Barn Market in Saanich faces class action lawsuit after women videotaped in bathroom
The former manager posted the content to pornography websites.
Victoria woman caught trafficking drugs on First Nations land near Duncan
The community is under a state of emergency due to drug poisoning and trafficking.
West Shore RCMP continue to deal with teen-related calls over the weekend
An intoxicated youth was punching spectators and players at Starlight Stadium.
Suspicious death in Sooke prompts Major Crime Unit investigation: RCMP
This is the second MCU investigation launched in one week.
Police investigate shots fired in downtown Nanaimo ‘shelterless encampment’
Two were arrested on unrelated warrants.
Suspicious death in Ladysmith prompts Major Crimes Unit investigation: RCMP
A woman’s body washed ashore near Davis Lagoon.
Police look to identify man who offered to buy toddler on Hillside Avenue
The man is believed to be in his 70s.
Victoria doctor who abused his child and wife wanted on Canada-wide warrant
He is thought to be taking refuge in South Africa.
Multiple vehicles vandalized with disturbing messages in Saanich
Police estimate the damage at more than $30,000.
Investigation launched into RCMP’s actions at Fairy Creek and on Wet’suwet’en territory
Their actions against land defenders have come under scrutiny.
West Shore RCMP arrest Esquimalt man using stolen bank cards
The stolen bank cards were used at West Shore and Esquimalt stores.
Police arrest suspect believed to have set at least three fires around Victoria
He was captured on surveillance camera.
Fairfield HAZMAT incident cleared after suspect arrested for aggravated assault
VicPD have yet to verify what the “potentially hazardous materials” were.
Witnesses and footage sought after Esquimalt road rage incident left motorist terrified
The two cars drove bumper-to-bumper for 2.5 horrifying kilometres.
‘Belligerent intoxicated youths’ keep West Shore RCMP on their toes over the weekend
There were eight separate reports of youth disturbances.
$11,000 in stolen goods recovered from string of break-ins across Greater Victoria
The suspect now faces 23 recommended charges.
BC proposes new law to protect those like Amanda Todd from being sextorted
Amanda Todd’s story is all too familiar.
Police and ICBC are cracking down on distracted driving with more severe penalties
10 Vancouver Islanders die every year due to distracted driving.
Sophisticated scammers had full access to bank accounts of Victoria woman
She was told to withdraw money from a specific downtown ATM.
Music complaint in Metchosin leads police to stolen truck and credit cards
The truck was stolen out of North Saanich.
Police watchdog blames driver of stolen truck for flipping vehicle in Courtenay
The incident happened last October.
Impaired driver destroys Camaro after rolling vehicle several times in Langford
Miraculously, no one suffered serious injury.
Activist throws paint on Royal BC Museum’s woolly mammoth exhibit
No permanent damage to the exhibit was done.
Nanaimo woman suffers serious injuries after being struck by car
The driver remained at the scene.
2022 Victoria city council candidate still on the run from VicPD
She did not win a seat on Victoria’s council.
West Shore RCMP nab couple riding stolen wheelchair down Galloping Goose Trail
They were also in possession of drugs and weapons.
Oak Bay resident out $8,000 after falling for Amazon scam
The scammer called the victim.
Nanaimo man with loaded crossbow attempted to rob someone on Saturday morning
He was also in possession of several knives.
RCMP release photo of suspect who discharged gun in Langford
The shooting occurred near Jordie Lunn Bike Park.
West Shore RCMP release photo of man who destroyed camera
Recognize him?
Robbery near Centennial Square leaves a victim badly injured: VicPD
A teenage girl may be connected.