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Saturday, April 1, 2023


Crime

VicPD recovers over $11,000 in stolen merchandise from thieves downtown

Eight suspects were arrested.

Dangerous wanted man arrested in Victoria’s Rock Bay area: VicPD

He was wanted on a Canada-wide warrant.

West Shore RCMP reveal details of Sunday’s serious collision on HWY 1 near Leigh...

One vehicle was going nearly 200 km/h.

Police warn parents as ‘sextortion’ crimes target teenage boys in Victoria and Esquimalt

Some as young as 13 and 14-years-old.

One arrested after fatal stabbing at Port Place Mall in Nanaimo Sunday night

Bystanders attempted to save the man.

New details reveal Saanich bank robbers intended to ‘kill or injure’ as many officers...

The brothers didn’t expect to survive.

36-year-old wanted man believed to be travelling to Victoria: VicPD

He’s wanted for criminal harassment and mischief.

Owner says window smashed at downtown Victoria clothing store ‘part of a bigger problem’

“People don’t go smashing windows for nothing.”

VicPD’s Del Manak frustrated after multiple guns and drugs seized at supportive housing facility

This was the second search warrant in a month’s time.

Comox altercation lands one in hospital and another in handcuffs: RCMP

Following a minor collision.

Ex-Boyfriend of Nanaimo woman found dead last year charged with manslaughter

Ordway is currently in custody for an unrelated matter.

Bizarre break-in just one of several incidents in Oak Bay last week

Police also dealt with speeders and scam-artists.

Pair of teens caught spray-painting Starlight Stadium in Langford: RCMP

The public helped identify them.

West Shore RCMP release details on police incident in downtown Victoria

Some people said they thought they were walking into a movie set.

VicPD arrest two men for catalytic converter theft following lengthy investigation

They’re facing theft and trafficking charges.

‘Armed and dangerous’: Man wanted for multiple violent offences by Port Alberni RCMP

He’s wanted for robbery, forcible confinement, break and enter and assault with a weapon.

Catalytic converter theft in Sidney is getting out of hand: Sidney RCMP

Park your car in a garage or illuminated area overnight!

String of thefts and mischief prompts investigation by West Shore RCMP

A photo of a suspect was taken on January 7th.

Alberta man wanted on multiple warrants arrested in Victoria with stolen car

He also had a replica gun in his possession.

Here’s the backstory on the bizarre crash that closed the Malahat last week (PHOTOS)

One vehicle ended up on the roof of another.

Some tips on avoiding gift cards scams after Nanaimo senior defrauded of $15,000

The suspect said he was an investigator with CIBC.

Man suspected of impaired driving arrested after fatal crash on HWY 4 near Coombs

A 42-year-old man died in the crash.

Drugs, weapons and over $50K in cash seized during raid at Johnson Street residence

Two people were arrested at the scene.

Sooke man awarded $326K following road rage incident

His Smart Car was repeatedly struck by a van.

Totem pole at Royal Roads University vandalized with ‘hateful’ graffiti

The incident took place on or around Boxing Day.

Arson suspected after three vehicles destroyed by fire in View Royal

The vehicles were parked in a residential parking lot just off Admirals Road.
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60-year-old man dies after being struck by vehicle in Port Alberni: RCMP

The driver remained at the scene and cooperated fully.

‘They’re just irreplaceable’: Victoria art gallery sees over $42,000 in stone carvings stolen (VIDEO)

Two of the creators of these carvings have passed away.
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Comox Valley RCMP recover stolen truck and arrest ‘sketchy male’ following two incidents

He attacked an officer while being taken into custody.

This man is suspected of stealing a suitcase from a BC Transit passenger in...

She was still able to catch her flight home to Ontario.

Suspect sought after string of break-ins and vehicle theft in Oak Bay

Lock your car doors!
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Charges laid in Lantzville hit-and-run that left woman and her dog seriously injured

The dog required a full knee replacement.

Early morning fire at residential construction site in Sidney deemed arson

One person was arrested at the scene.

West Shore RCMP officer suffers broken hand during suspicious incident

Two other officers were also injured.

Saanich woman scammed thousands of dollars while trying to purchase puppy online

She purchased 15 gift cards that had been tampered.

Three arrested after over $100K in stolen goods recovered: West Shore RCMP

Another $100K of stolen equipment has yet to be located.

Man slashed in face with razor in random attack at Nanaimo mall

A 32-year-old man was arrested.

IIO report reveals new unreleased details surrounding deadly shooting at Saanich bank

Six officers were seriously injured in the incident on June 28th.

West Shore RCMP look to return high-valued stamp collection to rightful owner

They were found amongst other stolen items.

Suspect sought in armed robbery attempt on Foul Bay Road: VicPD

He was armed with what appears to be a handgun.

Nanaimo RCMP seek 38-year-old man who is to be ‘considered violent’

Known to be involved in criminal activity all across Vancouver Island.
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West Shore man gets five years in prison after multiple arrests for trafficking drugs

Once released he’ll have a life ban on owning weapons.
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25 years later: Death of Saanich’s Reena Virk is being made into limited-series

The show is based on Rebecca Godfrey’s book, Under the Bridge.
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25-year-old suspect arrested for second degree murder of Tofino man in 2020

Nearly two years after the murder.
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Nanaimo RCMP search home and arrest man in relation to violent stabbing on Saturday

The residence has been creating tension in the neighbourhood for some time.
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West Shore RCMP arrest youth after brawl at Belmont High School leaves one injured

One student had their nose and cheekbone broken.
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Police watchdog investigate after Duncan RCMP altercation leaves man with broken arm

He had to have surgery on his arm.