Powell River RCMP reported the following for April 2 to 8, 2020.
Total calls for service: 98
Thefts: 7
Assaults: 5
Impaired driving: 3
Mischief: 4
Break and enter: 4
April 3; Joyce Avenue, 4700 block
At approximately 6:10 pm, police responded to a report of a mail theft from a dental office. Approximately $1,000 worth of emergency dental supplies were stolen when a parcel was left at the front entrance to the office. Police obtained and reviewed surveillance footage and were able to identify a suspect. As a result, a 45-year-old male was arrested for theft from mail and will be appearing in court in July 2020.
April 4; Highway 101, south
At approximately 9:07 pm, police responded to a report of a single vehicle collision on Highway 101 near Lang Creek bridge. Police attended and located the driver, a 38-year-old Powell River male, who was still on scene. The driver showed signs of impairment and had an odour of liquor on his breath. Police attempted to obtain a breath sample using an approved screening device, but the driver failed to provide one. As a result, the driver was issued a 90-day driving prohibition and his vehicle was impounded for 30 days under the Motor Vehicle Act. The male did not sustain serious injuries as a result of the collision.
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.
Powell River RCMP detachment is closed. During the COVID-19 health emergency, people are encouraged to call the detachment rather than showing up in person, so it can be determined if personal attendance is truly necessary. All administrative services such as fingerprinting and criminal record checks have been halted until further notice. The non-emergency line is 604.485.6255.
