Week of September 3 to 10, 2013
Total calls for service = 156
Impaired driving = 5
Assaults = 2
Break and enters = 4
Thefts = 8
Mischief = 4
1. August and September long weekends
Westview Harbour
Over the past two long weekends a total of 16 marine markers (lights) have been stolen off the barges moored near the Westview ferry terminal. Eight were stolen on each occasion from two separate barges. Total value of missing property is approximately $800. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please contact Powell River RCMP 604.485.6255 or CrimeStoppers 1.800.222.8477 (TIPS).
2. August 30 to September 5
Savary Island
A large living room window was smashed at a seasonal residence. Entry was gained to the residence and alcohol was taken. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please contact Powell River RCMP 604.485.6255 or CrimeStoppers 1.800.222.8477 (TIPS).
3. September 6
Highway 101 near Emmonds Road
Powell River RCMP conducted a vehicle stop. The driver portrayed symptoms of impairment and subsequently provided breath samples into an approved screening device. It was determined the driver was over the legal limit. The driver’s licence was seized for 90 days and the vehicle was impounded for 30 days.
RCMP remind drivers that schools have now reopened and school zones are in effect between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm. Please use caution.
