Powell River RCMP reported the following for March 28 to April 3, 2019.
Total calls for service: 106
Thefts: 12
Assaults: 5
Impaired driving: 7
Mischief: 4
Break and enter: 1
March 29; Joyce Avenue
At approximately 11:30 pm, police observed a vehicle driving erratically. The 2008 Pontiac G5 was stopped and the 53-year-old male driver showed signs of impairment. A roadside test was performed, which the driver completed poorly. The driver was then taken to the detachment to complete a drug recognition exam. A urine sample was obtained and will be forwarded to the RCMP forensic lab for analysis. Depending on the results, the driver could be facing charges of drug impaired driving.
April 1; Michigan Avenue
At approximately 8 am, police responded to a mischief complaint at École Côte du Soleil. Some time on Saturday, March 30, a wood and metal play structure was knocked over resulting in over $20,000 in damage.
April 1; Alberni Street
At approximately 9:30 am, police responded to a report of a break and enter at The Sweet Shoppe in the Town Centre Mall. Sometime during the previous night approximately $150 in cash and a box of candy (valued at $50) was stolen.
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.
