Powell River RCMP reported the following for July 16 to 21, 2020.
Total calls for service: 74
Thefts: 4
Assaults: 4
Impaired driving: 5
Mischief: 2
Break and enter: 2
July 17; Joyce Avenue, 4700 block
At approximately 9:55 am, police responded to a report of a break and enter at RONA. A male was seen on surveillance video climbing over a fence and stealing a lawn mower during the previous night. The male was identified from the video and arrested on July 18. The 34-year-old is facing charges of break and enter and will be appearing in court in October.
July 20; Highway 101, south
At approximately 7:39 am, police responded to a break and enter at Nelson Roofing. Sometime between midnight and 3 am on July 18, one or more people entered the compound and stole a ladder. The suspect(s) then went to Two-Wheel Tech (next door) and stole an aluminum boat and trailer valued at approximately $4,300.
July 21; Joyce Avenue, block
At approximately 12:10 am, police were patrolling and observed a vehicle driving erratically. Police conducted a traffic stop and spoke to the driver, a 41-year-old female from Powell River. She had an odour of liquor and exhibited other signs of impairment. Police obtained a breath sample, which registered a “warn” on the approved screening device. The female was issued a three-day driving prohibition under the Motor Vehicle Act.
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.
