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Month: October 2024

Second suspicious incident involving a white van reported to police

New Westminster – On October 28th the New Westminster Police Department informed the public about an investigation into a suspicious interaction that occurred on October 26th between a man driving a white van and two twelve year old girls. Since that time, a second report has been made to police about a similar interaction that […]

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Suspicious interaction prompts caution from police

New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is appealing to the public to assist in providing CCTV footage or dash cam footage that may help in an investigation of a suspicious interaction that occurred on October 26th at approximately 11:00 am in the 200 block of 11th Street. Police received a report after two […]

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Police issue warning of pickpockets targeting coatracks inside businesses

New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is advising local businesses and residents to remain vigilant as criminals target jackets on coatracks near entrances for easy access to valuables. Suspects enter a businesses and search customers’ jacket pockets for items like wallets and phones. “Now that we’re entering coat season, we encourage businesses to […]

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One suspect arrested after three people stabbed at Starlight Casino

New Westminster – On October 26th at approximately 12:29am New Westminster Police Department officers responded to a 9-1-1 call about a stabbing at a restaurant located inside the Starlight Casino. Upon arrival, patrol officers located three victims who had suffered serious but non-life threatening lacerations. The victims were provided first-aid at the scene and transported […]

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Experienced officer webinar

Are you currently working as a police officer but seeking a new opportunity? Thinking about relocating to the beautiful British Columbia Lower Mainland? Join us for an exclusive webinar with Sergeant Thom, Constable Wardner, and Detective Horton as they discuss why the New Westminster Police Department could be the right move for you. You’ll have […]

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Suspect charged after investigation into online child sexual abuse material

New Westminster – On July 11th 2024 the New Westminster Police Department Major Crime Unit arrested Christien Stringam after completing an investigation regarding online images of child sexual abuse. Major Crime Detectives began their investigation after receiving information from the RCMP Integrated Child Exploitation Unit of BC. 45 year-old Christien Stringam of New Westminster, has […]

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New Westminster Police Department officers make arrest after stabbing outside SkyTrain station

New Westminster – On October 11th at approximately 6:45pm, New Westminster Police Department officers received numerous calls to 9-1-1 to report that people had been stabbed on Columbia Street outside the SkyTrain station. New Westminster Police Department officers rushed to the scene and arrested someone matching the suspect description several blocks away. Police learned that […]

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Police investigating pedestrian struck by vehicle at 20th Street and 8th Avenue

New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is investigating a pedestrian struck by the driver of a vehicle that occurred in the afternoon hours of October 4th at the intersection of 20th Street and 8th Avenue. BC Emergency Health Services Paramedics are transporting the pedestrian to hospital. The driver of the vehicle remains on […]

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Police warn of theft after $20,000 in gold jewelry stolen from New Westminster senior

New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is warning the public about theft involving fake gold jewlery following a report from a local senior citizen. The victim was approached as she was outside her residence in the neighbourhood of Uptown New Westminster. The fraudster is described as woman in her mid-thirties, approximately 5’2” to […]

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