Safely and securely dispose of unwanted electronics

New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is partnering with the Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) to offer free electronics recycling on April 12th from noon to 4:00 pm in the parking lot at City Hall, located at 511 Royal Avenue. Spring cleaning is an ideal time to get rid of unwanted electronics while protecting […]

Community Communications and Engagement Plan

The New Westminster Police Department’s Community Communications and Engagement Plan sets out the strategic framework to achieve transparent, timely, and accurate communication and engagement with our audiences both internally and externally. We have a long history in a growing city and we want our community to remain informed and involved in how we grow together. […]

Missing person Erica found safe

New Westminster – Erica, who was reported missing on March 2, has been safely located by police and is now receiving care. She was found thanks to an observant citizen who recognized Erica from New Westminster Police Department communications and immediately called 9-1-1. Officers located her on March 6. Erica’s family and friends have requested […]

Arrest made after police receive a call about a student with a knife

New Westminster – On March 6 at approximately 10:20 am, the New Westminster Police Department responded to a 9-1-1 call about a student with a knife at the New Westminster Secondary School. According to the caller, the student with the knife had made comments that caused them concern for the safety of students and staff. […]

Police respond to possible explosive device in Uptown neighbourhood

New Westminster – At approximately 8:00 am police were flagged down by a concerned citizen about a possible explosive device placed inside a mailbox. Police rushed to the scene and secured a perimeter. The RCMP Explosives Disposal Unit arrived to assess the mailbox. Some street level businesses were evacuated between Hamilton Street and Eighth Street. […]

Located Police asking for public assistance in locating missing person Erica

Update: Erica has been found and is safe. New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is asking public assistance in finding Erica. Erica was last seen in the Quayside neighbourhood of New Westminster. Erica may appear confused or disoriented. Erica was last seen at approximately 3:00 am on Sunday, March 2. Erica is described […]