Powell River RCMP reported the following for October 10 to 16, 2019.
Total calls for service: 94
Thefts: 7
Assaults: 3
Impaired driving: 2
Mischief: 5
Break and enter: 1
October 9; Padgett Road, 3600 block
At approximately 10:13 am, police executed a search warrant at a residence. As a result of the warrant, police seized 1,402 marihuana plants as well as a large amount of growing equipment from the property. Police have identified a suspect, and this matter is still currently under investigation.
October 11; Arbutus Avenue, Townsite
At approximately 9:59 pm, police were conducting a check stop to look for impaired drivers. A vehicle driven by a 48-year-old male was stopped, and the driver showed signs of impairment by liquor. The male provided a breath sample, which registered a “warn.” He was issued a three-day driving prohibition under the Motor Vehicle Act.
October 12; Nassichuk Road, 9500 block
At approximately 9:13 am, police responded to a report of a theft from a vehicle. Sometime during the previous night, someone entered the vehicle and took a wallet containing identification and credit cards.
Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact Powell River RCMP at 604.485.6255, or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS (8477) or online at bccrimestoppers.com.
