Powell River RCMP reported the following for July 18 to 24, 2019.
Total calls for service: 126
Thefts: 5
Assaults: 10
Impaired driving: 5
Mischief: 5
Break and enter: 2
July 20; Arbutus Avenue
At approximately 11:32 pm, police were conducting a roadblock and stopped a vehicle being driven by a 46-year-old female. The driver displayed signs of impairment and admitted to consuming liquor. A breath sample was obtained, which registered a fail on the approved screening device. The female was issued a 90-day driving prohibition and the vehicle was impounded for 30 days under the Motor Vehicle Act.
July 21; Padgett Road, 4300 block
At approximately 9:33 am, police responded to a report of a break and enter. Sometime between 1:30 pm on July 20 and 9 am on July 21, a sliding glass door was pried open and entry was gained into a detached garage. It is unknown if anything was stolen from inside the garage at this time.
July 21; Joyce Avenue, 4700 block
At approximately 11:52 am, police responded to a report of a stolen iPhone at a business. Police reviewed surveillance video, which led to the identification of a suspect in the theft. The male suspect was located and arrested on July 22, and was found to be in possession of break-in tools when arrested. The 30-year-old male is facing charges of theft under $5,000 and possession of break-in instruments. He has been remanded in custody and will appear in court by video on July 30.
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.
