Burns Lake man faces three counts of second degree murder
A 54-year-old Burns Lake resident has been arrested and charged with three counts of second degree murder after three people were found dead Monday in the BC Interior. RCMP was called to the residence in the 200 block of 5th Ave in Burns Lake Monday (April 27) at 8:25 a.m. after receiving a report of potential foul play....
NPD warn public of CRA scam making rounds
The Nelson Police Department and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) want to warn the public of telephone calls or emails making the rounds that claim to be from the CRA. Both organizations warn the public that this scam could result in identity and financial theft. “The email notifies the receiver that they are entitled to an ...
Nelson police continue to investigate copper wire theft from Vernon Street residence
Nelson Police Department Sergeant Dino Falcone said officers continue to investigate theft of copper wire from a house in the 800 Block of Vernon Street. Police were alerted by the Nelson Fire Department after it was reported residents from the above apartment complained of fumes in the air that made them feel ill. “This is...
Police continue to grapple with gang turf wars in Surrey/Delta
Today the Surrey RCMP, RCMP Lower Mainland District and the City of Surrey announced the creation of a tip line dedicated to gathering information about the shootings that have occurred in Surrey and Delta over the past six weeks. The tip line is 604-915-6566 and will be monitored 24/7. The commander of the RCMP’s Lower...
Accident near Fairview sends six to hospital
A motor vehicle incident Saturday night/Sunday morning ended far better than it could have, with six people being transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Castlegar RCMP received the call at roughly 1:45 a.m. on Sunday, and members attended at Highway 22 near Fairview, where a car had gone off the road and...
Two files: Trail cops win, but need assistance
Trail police are both celebrating a win and asking for help after two unrelated cases they investigated this week, according to RCMP Cpl. Darryl Orr. “On April 16, the Trail and Greater District RCMP executed a search warrant issued under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act at a rural Fruitvale residence,” Orr said. “One...
B.C. government appoints two new Provincial Court judges
The B.C. government is appointing two new Provincial Court judges, to ensure the court is able to continue to address caseload pressures and improve access to justice, Attorney General and Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton announced today. In addressing recent retirements and vacancies, the appointments of Judge Patrick Doherty...
Salmo RCMP looking for owner of double hull pontoon fishing boat
Salmo RCMP is looking for the owner of a double hull pontoon fishing boat which was found on Highway 3 near the intersection of Highway 3 and Highway 3B. The boat appears to have fallen off the roof of a travelling vehicle. If anyone has information on the owner, they are asked to please contact the Salmo RCMP with full...
AMBER ALERT CANCELLED: Suspect located in Merritt, child safe say police
The Amber Alert issued Monday was cancelled after suspect, David Lyle, was located and arrested. The child and her father were located in Merritt by an RCMP officer shortly after 1:30 p.m. said Delta Police in a media statement. "The suspect was taken into custody without incident; pending the outcome of the investigation he...
Expanded legal aid service helps resolve criminal cases quickly
Continuity of service for legal aid clients dealing with criminal law matters and earlier resolution of disputes are the goals of a new pilot project announced recently by Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Suzanne Anton. The Expanded Criminal Duty Counsel (ECDC) - provided by the Legal Services Society (LSS) - serves...
