Crime

Central Saanich student arrested for posting threat on social media

The post showed a young person firing a gun into a target, with a disturbing caption
Jordan Shepherd Nanaimo RCMP

Man wanted for numerous fraud charges arrested in Nanaimo

Jordan Shepherd allegedly scammed several women he met through dating websites out of thousands of dollars.
Jordan Shepherd Nanaimo RCMP

Nanaimo man wanted after allegedly scamming money from women he dated

Jordan Shepherd swindled several victims out of thousands of dollars in 2017

Victoria Police make an arrest in multiple sexual assault cases on transit buses

The investigation began after one brave woman shared her story on Facebook

RCMP seek public assistance in solving 2015 Victoria murder case

49-year-old Peter Thompson was found dead in his Michigan Street apartment in February 2015

Two Victoria police officers assaulted in the line of duty

There was two separate incidents
Animal Cruelty Central Saanich

Central Saanich man charged in animal cruelty case

Central Saanich Police have identified 32-year-old Daniel Howard Ruygrok for causing serious injuries to a dog.
Sexually assaulted UVic

Inmate testifies that he sexually assaulted UVic students, rather than the accused

Jean Nadeau has claimed that he actually committed the crimes that David Robert Hope is on trial for.
Sexual Assault Suspect Victoria Police

Victoria Police searching for suspect in sexual assault of 12-year-old today

He allegedly followed two girls into the Bay Centre and, once alone, sexually assaulted one of them before fleeing
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Saanich Police issue advisory following increase in thefts from vehicles

Have you had anything stolen from your vehicle recently?

Victoria Police seek witnesses in robbery investigation

The incident occurred on Monday at around 5:40 PM at the intersection of Johnson and Blanshard Streets

Witnesses needed for home invasion and car fire investigation

Did you see this car?

Police seize drugs and cash from stolen SUV in Langford

West Shore RCMP are looking to return stolen tools to the rightful owners

Fugitive charged with attempted murder in Victoria sought by Interpol

But he's still been posting on Facebook and Twitter
Lindsay Buziak Murder

Today marks 10 years since Lindsay Buziak was murdered in Gordon Head

Saanich Police said they believe "multiple persons have personal and first-hand knowledge regarding the murder of Lindsay Buziak and have withheld this information from police."

Good Samaritan chased and threatened with a knife in View Royal

A warrant has been issued for 25-year-old Victoria resident Patrick O’Neil

Man refuses to leave after breaking into Sidney home

Police stated that no drugs or alcohol were involved

Former Red Barn Market employees file lawsuit based on voyeurism allegations

Photos of as many as nine women were uploaded to a Russian "revenge porn website"
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Oak Bay resident fends off home intruder on Thursday

The trespasser was restrained by the homeowner until police arrived
porte-potties

Porta-potties are being lit on fire in downtown Vancouver

Meanwhile on the mainland...
Two kidnapping and robbery crimes are not believed to be connected: VicPD

Man arrested for mischief found with over half a pound of suspected drugs

The police believe that the drugs are laced with fentanyl

Comox Valley RCMP looking for suspects in two failed robberies

In both incidents, the suspects struggled with the victims but ended up empty-handed.

Woman pricked by needle in a planter on Johnson Street

This is the third needle-pricking incident in downtown Victoria within a week

Crown looks to convict couple accused of terrorism plot at B.C. Legislature in 2013

The proceedings are scheduled to begin on Monday, January 15th. 
RCMP Sooke

Targeted shooting in Nanaimo kills one man on Saturday (UPDATED)

The shooting might be connected to a nearby vehicle fire that broke out soon after the body was discovered.

Man arrested after domestic assault and rifle shots fired in Sooke home

The incident took place on New Year's Eve, and the suspect is currently in custody facing several charges
RCMP Sooke

One man seriously injured during Nanaimo home invasion

Police were called to a home on Nicol Street after receiving reports of shots fired and a home invasion.
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Two children in Oak Bay confirmed deceased in an attempted murder-suicide

According to sources, the children were aged four and six, and their father was found with self-inflicted wounds

Central Saanich man pleads guilty to child pornography and other online sex offences

Weeks pleaded guilty on all ten charges including making or publishing child porn

Convict in 2010 Victoria homicide sentenced to life in prison

Andrew Jonathan Belcourt was initially found guilty of the crime, but managed to successfully appeal the ruling in 2012.

Police arrest one man after assault in Esquimalt this afternoon

The victim was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries

Someone tried to sabotage Mayor Lisa Helps’ bicycle last night

Luckily, she noticed what was wrong before deciding to ride her bike
Fighting Fentanyl

Drug dealer selling fentanyl next to a daycare arrested by Victoria Police Strike Force

The man and a woman were arrested after a VicPD Strike Force surveillance revealed a hand-to-hand drug transaction
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27-year-old arrested after stabbing a man at a house party last Saturday

The assault occurred at around midnight in a house party on Francisco Terrance
Two kidnapping and robbery crimes are not believed to be connected: VicPD

Half a pound of fentanyl seized during police arrest, two men in custody

That amount of fentanyl is capable of killing 125,000 people

Suspect in the case of Salt Spring Island woman found dead at home has...

The family has confirmed that the suspect is the victims son
Nanaimo Robbery Suspect

Police release more details and photos of Nanaimo bank robber

Investigators believe it is the same man who robbed a Tim Horton's.

Nanaimo RCMP asking for help identifying Tim Horton’s robbery suspect

He walked away empty handed.
Nanaimo RCMP Wanted Persons

Nanaimo RCMP asking for public assistance in finding two wanted persons

They are wanted for different crimes.

Nanaimo RCMP issue warning after ‘drastic’ rise in vehicle thefts

Vehicle break-ins is up 57 per cent from this time last year.
Cat MDMA Snapchat

Snapchat videos sent to family showing cat allegedly being fed MDMA and abused (PHOTOS)

"It sounds like they gave her MDMA and then tried to shave her," said the cat's owner.

Nanaimo RCMP looking for assistance after man mysteriously knocked unconscious

A strange incident that happened in mid-October has led the Nanaimo RCMP to ask the public for assistance.
Two kidnapping and robbery crimes are not believed to be connected: VicPD

Victoria Police are looking for two men wanted on separate assault warrants

If you have any information, please contact Vic PD's non-emergency line at (250) 995-7654, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)
Two kidnapping and robbery crimes are not believed to be connected: VicPD

Victoria Police are looking for witnesses in a downtown stabbing last night

The victim was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Victoria Police Dog

Man apprehended by police dog after breaking into residence and stealing vehicle

He looks cute, but this dog isn't every man's best friend.

Rash of vehicle break-ins prompts warning from Sidney/North Saanich RCMP

The incidents occurred in the area off Allbay Rd and Kitwake Pl, both in North Saanich.
Esquimalt High School lockdown

Suspect still at large after Esquimalt High School student robbed at knifepoint

The lockdown at Esquimalt High School has been lifted but the search for a robbery suspect continues. The school was placed on a lockdown at around...
Two kidnapping and robbery crimes are not believed to be connected: VicPD

Police are investigating a stabbing in Esquimalt last night

The victim was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. 

Two VicPD officers injured in the line of duty this weekend

We hope you get well soon, officers! 👮