Week of May 31 to June 6, 2011
Total calls for service = 101
Impaired driving = 5
Assaults = 8
Break and enters = 2
Thefts = 7
Mischief = 7
1. May 31
6800 block Hammond Street
Police received a report of a theft from a vehicle. Items stolen include sunglasses, shoes, a GPS, a cellular phone and a number of compact discs. The items are valued at approximately $1,000. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact Powell River RCMP at 604.485.6255 or CrimeStoppers at 1.800.222.8477 (TIPS).
2. June 5
4000 block Brunswick Avenue
Police received a report of an intoxicated male in the backyard of a residence. Police attended and located a 26-year-old male at the residence. The male showed signs of intoxication and was arrested for causing a disturbance. The male was lodged in cells until he had sobered up and was then released without charge.
3. June 5
Marine Avenue
Police stopped a southbound vehicle. After speaking with the 20-year-old driver, it was determined he had consumed alcohol. The driver provided a breath sample, on an approved screening device, which registered a fail. The driver was issued a 90-day prohibition under the Motor Vehicle Act.
