Powell River RCMP reported the following for October 13 to 19, 2022.
Total calls for service: 118
Thefts: 5
Break and enter: 1
Impaired driving: 8
Assaults: 2
Mischief: 5
Mental health: 2
October 18: Joyce Avenue at Pat Thompson Way
At 8:13 pm, a police officer on patrol observed a black Honda Accord crossing the fog line and driving in the bike line with no rear lights illuminated. The officer conducted a traffic stop with the vehicle. The officer spoke to the driver and observed drug paraphernalia in the vehicle. The driver indicated that he received a text while driving as the reason he was driving in the bike lane and denied any alcohol or drug consumption. The officer conducted roadside sobriety tests and the results were indicative of drug consumption. The vehicle was towed and a 24 hour suspension issued. The investigation of impaired driving is ongoing pending forensic lab analysis.
October 18; Joyce Avenue, 4600 block
Powell River RCMP investigated a theft from a complainant who reported the incident as occurring on the evening of October 17, while his scooter and bike were parked in the parking garage of their condo complex. Items stolen were batteries, a battery charger, a tool kit and lights for the scooter. Value of items taken were reported to be between $300 and $400. Police file is 2022-4998.
October 18; Waterfront Road, 4800 block
Powell River RCMP received a report of a stolen 14-foot aluminum boat, taken from a boat ramp located at a residence. The boat is described as a Craftsman with green seats and a grey Honda 20-horsepower motor. The boat has been missing since the evening of October 16. There is no serial number available at this time. Police file is 2022-4993.
October 17; Barnet Street, 7000 block
Powell River RCMP received a report of a fraud from a local self-employed artist. The artist had been in communication with a purchaser and received a cheque for the purchase of three pieces of art; the cheque cleared in the artist’s bank account. A short time later, the purchaser called the artist claiming that their child was dying of COVID-19 and requested a refund of a portion of the money. The artist wired a large portion of the funds back to an account registered to a company. Shortly thereafter, the cheque was reversed from the artist’s bank account, and the artist lost thousands of their own money. Police are investigating the fraud. RCMP investigators are reminding the public to be vigilant with transferring funds and personal information due to the large number of scams.
Anyone with information about the incidents above 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.
