Nobody was hurt in what Burnaby RCMP believe was a targeted shooting Friday night at 11:15 in the area of Maywood Avenue and Telford Street. Police believe a man shot from one vehicle at another, but didn't hit his intended targets, before fleeing on foot. "The perpetrators of this were also in a vehicle at the time,” said inspector Davis … [Read more...]
Spate of North Vancouver vehicle thefts abnormal says RCMP
December 27, 2012 by
North Vancouver RCMP is calling a spike of vehicle break-ins on the night of Boxing Day abnormal. Corporal Douglas Trousdell says more than 30 vehicles were targeted overnight, with the number expected to rise as reports continue to trickle in. He says Mounties don't have a suspect yet. "I don't have any specific information about what items … [Read more...]
RCMP: Officer killed in crash was speeding, didn’t have emergency equipment activated
December 14, 2012 by
Surrey mounties now say a 28 year old officer killed in a crash last month, was speeding and didn't have his emergency equipment activated in the moments before. Mounties say the preliminary investigation -- through GPS and video evidence -- shows Constable Adrian Oliver was trying to find a pick-up truck that had recently been stolen. Oliver's … [Read more...]
Whistler RCMP disappointed with rowdy pub patrons
December 10, 2012 by
Whistler RCMP say it's a real disappointment. They were called to a jam-packed pub Saturday night. About fifty people started to get nasty when the bar filled up and no more people were allowed inside. One suspect was egged on by the crowd to resist arrest. Whistler RCMP Sergeant Rob Knapton said one even tried grabbing an officer's gun. Now a … [Read more...]
‘Tis the season for the RCMP Drinking Driving Counterattack Campaign
December 7, 2012 by
RCMP in the Lower Mainland are trying to curb impaired driving once again this holiday season with their annual Christmas Counterattack campaign. Corporal Robert McDonald says anybody that's been drinking should be prepared to be tested. And if someone fails, their vehicle will be impounded, and they'll receive a ninety day road prohibition. "This … [Read more...]
Surrey RCMP release video from hit and run
December 5, 2012 by
Surrey RCMP are releasing footage from a recent hit and run. If you can help in the investigation, contact Surrey RCMP. Part of the RCMP statement: The footage shown is from an intersection camera located in the 3200 block of 152nd Street where this incident occurred. The suspect vehicle can be observed striking the victims in the crosswalk … [Read more...]
RCMP looking for two men accused of being involved in kidnapping
December 1, 2012 by
Mounties want your help in finding two men from Mission, accused of being involved in the kidnapping of a 44 year old man last Sunday. Police say 41 year old Gurdev "Dave" Hair and 41 year old Steve Douglas Godard have been charged with kidnapping, unlawful confinement, assault with a weapon, and aggravated assault. Two other suspects have already … [Read more...]
RCMP looking for Toyota with front end damage after elderly man injured in hit and run
December 1, 2012 by
A hit and run in Surrey has left a man in his 70's in hospital with serious injuries, but he is expected to recover. It happened just before 7 Friday night on 132nd street and Huntley Avenue. RCMP Sergeant Bob Pinkewyczs says the man was hit so hard, he was thrown several feet and knocked right out of his shoes. "Indications are he had been jay … [Read more...]
RCMP looking for missing Langley man
November 28, 2012 by
Langley RCMP are asking for your help finding a missing 59 year old man. Police say Jouni Daniel Rikkinen was last seen November 22nd at Langley Memorial Hospital where he was visiting a family member. He has no history of mental illness or substance abuse and police say his family is concerned because this is out of character for him. Rikkinen is … [Read more...]
Thousands attend funeral for young RCMP constable
November 20, 2012 by
He was a bright, fun-loving and compassionate man. Thousands of police and other emergency responders, family and friends, are paying their respects at a full regimental funeral for RCMP Constable Adrian Oliver. His partner, Sheila, stood at the platform with Adrian's twin brother, Ben, also a Mountie. Her words were heartwrenching. "Adrian the … [Read more...]
