Week of March 10 to 17, 2014
Total calls for service = 92
Impaired driving = 6
Assaults = 4
Break and enters = 0
Thefts = 6
Mischief = 2
1. March 10
Manson Avenue at Edgehill Store
A vehicle was stopped by police. It was determined that the driver of the vehicle did not have a valid driver’s licence and as a result the vehicle was impounded for seven days and the driver was issued a violation ticket.
2. March 14
4200 block Joyce Avenue
A vehicle was stopped by police for speeding after being observed travelling almost 30 kilometres per hour over the posted speed limit. As a result of the traffic stop it was determined that the driver’s ability to drive a vehicle was impaired by alcohol. Also, it was found that the vehicle did not have valid insurance. The driver lost his licence and vehicle for three days.
3. March 17
8000 block Centennial Drive
During the morning two vehicles were entered while parked in a residential area. A wallet was reported missing along with some cash. Both vehicles were left unlocked. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Powell River RCMP 604.485.6255 or CrimeStoppers 1.800.222.8477 (TIPS).
