Crime

Man recovering from life-threatening injuries after random attack in downtown

The attack was allegedly unprovoked

CRA scammers con Victoria man into giving them $11,000

It is not likely that he will be able to get any of his money back.

These are the top 10 items stolen from cars in BC

# 1 stolen item: Smartphones
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Impaired driver nearly crashes into fuel truck on Sooke Road

The driver was seen swerving from one side of the road to the other.

Victoria Police search for vehicle linked to assault case

Do you recognize this car?

WANTED: Police seek public assistance locating Victoria man Christopher Eliott (UPDATED)

If you see him, call 911 immediately.

Sooke RCMP seek help locating man wanted for sexual assault

The public is warned not to confront or apprehend Meers
Mayfair Optometric Clinic Glasses Thief

Glasses thief called out by Mayfair Optometric Clinic (VIDEO)

"We have arranged with Victoria Police to offer you an all expenses paid lunch including transportation to their neighbourhood gathering location," wrote the clinic.

Two puppies stolen from East Sooke property

The abduction occurred at about 2PM today

Victoria ranked 30th Most Dangerous Place in Canada (REPORT)

This study says Victoria is more dangerous than Edmonton, Surrey, and Vancouver 😳

Man who sexually assaulted UVic students sentenced to eight years

David Hope was found guilty of seven charges, including two counts of sexual assault and two counts of robbery.
Two kidnapping and robbery crimes are not believed to be connected: VicPD

Suspect arrested in case of home invasion, burning of stolen vehicle

A second suspect is still outstanding.

Spike in vehicle break-ins prompts warning from Victoria Police

The number of thefts from vehicles nearly tripled in 2017 compared to 2016

Victoria Police seek suspect in downtown assault case

If you see someone in the area who matches the description, call 911 immediately

Online petition launched to ensure justice for Duncan dog neglected to death

Teddy succumbed from his injuries just two days after he was rescued by SPCA workers

GoFundMe launched for victim of Hillside Ave stabbing incident

Sources have identified the victim as 35-year-old Joe Gauthier, and his family has been notified of his death

Victoria man stabbed to death near Hillside mall

The 35-year-old succumbed to his injuries this morning

Man wanted by police for breaching recognizance

If you see him, please call 911.

SPCA arrests Duncan couple in shocking animal abuse case (GRAPHIC IMAGES)

This is one of the most disturbing cases of animal cruelty seen by the SPCA

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
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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
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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
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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