Week of April 30 to May 6, 2013
Total calls for service = 93
Impaired driving = 8
Assaults = 5
Break and enters = 1
Thefts = 6
Mischief = 5
1. May 2
Highway 101 at Finn Bay Road
Police responded to a report of theft from a parked vehicle. Sometime between April 21 and 29, someone drilled into the top of the fuel tank on the vehicle and siphoned a large quantity of gas. This action left damage to the fuel tank as well as damage to the rear quarter panel. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact Powell River RCMP 604.485.6255 or CrimeStoppers 1.800.222.8477 (TIPS).
2. May 2
4400 block Joyce Avenue
Police responded to a mischief complaint. Sometime during the night, two vehicles were scratched while parked in a lot at that location. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact Powell River RCMP 604.485.6255 or CrimeStoppers 1.800.222.8477 (TIPS).
3. May 3
Highway 101 at Donkersley Road
Police stopped a vehicle while conducting a roadblock. The 57-year-old male driving the vehicle showed signs of impairment and a breath sample was obtained. The breath sample registered “fail” and the driver was issued a 90-day driving prohibition under the Motor Vehicle Act.
