Total calls for service: 150
Thefts: 7
Assaults: 3
Break and enter: 4
Impaired driving: 1
Mischief: 5
Sunday, July 29; Marine Avenue, 5400 block
Police were called to Brooks Secondary School for a report of a break and enter. Upon arrival, the officer was directed to a portable that had contained mountain bikes and accessories. Items stolen include 12 Giant Talon bikes, a Giant Cyclotron bike trainer, two bike repair stands, two bike mechanic repair stations and an assortment of clothing and gear. It was determined that the items were stolen sometime between June 21 and July 8. Value of the items is estimated to be approximately $15,000
Monday, July 30; Willow Avenue, 5500 block
At approximately 8:30 am, a report of mischief was received. Sometime between July 26 and 27, an unknown suspect(s) kicked in the door and smashed the window of a parked pickup truck. Damage is estimated to be $2,000.
Fraud scams
Police are warning residents of a fraud scam after a Powell River resident was defrauded of $1,500. The victim received a call from an individual claiming to be from the CRA advising of an outstanding tax bill. The victim was asked to pay the bill via iTunes gift cards, which they did. The CRA scam normally starts with a phone call stating a recent audit has identified discrepancies from past filed taxes and that repayment is required immediately. Fraudsters threaten consumers that failure to pay will result in additional fees, a warrant for arrest, jail time and/or deportation. Fraudsters may request payment via money service business, prepaid cards/gift cards (iTunes) or bitcoin. Canada Revenue Agency does not conduct business this way. Anyone who receives one of these calls should confirm who has contacted them, hang up and contact the CRA at 1.800.959.8281. Go to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre website for more tips and to learn about other scams.
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.
