Powell River RCMP officers responded to 122 total calls for service from January 8 to 15, including seven thefts, four regarding assaults, four cases of mischief and four related to mental health.
January 9
An Apple iPad was found on the field near Scotia Place and turned in at the Powell River RCMP detachment. It can be claimed by calling the detachment with a description of the item.
January 11
RCMP received a 911 call in which a woman reported that her boyfriend had just assaulted her and she was in need of police and medical assistance. After investigation, police determined that the woman had made a false report in an attempt to divert police resources so her friend could drive home while impaired. The woman was arrested for public mischief and released to appear in court.
January 15
A motorized mobility chair was found outside of Willingdon Creek Village at 4980 Kiwanis Avenue, but it does not belong to any of the residents of Willingdon Creek. Anyone who may be missing a mobility chair, or with any information, is asked to phone the Powell River RCMP detachment.
Anyone with information about the reports above, or about a crime, is asked to contact Powell River RCMP at 604.485.6255, or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.8477 or bccrimestoppers.com.
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