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If the crime you are reporting is an emergency, call 9-1-1.
If the crime you are reporting is not an emergency, you can call the non-emergency line at 604-525-5411 or attend our Front Counter at 555 Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC.
Suspect wanted on Canada-wide warrant arrested after firearm falls out of pocket
New Westminster – On October 30th at approximately 12:20 pm, New Westminster Police Department officers were dispatched to Howes Street and Ewen Avenue for a report of a man with a handgun. The 9-1-1 call came from someone who observed the firearm fall out of the pocket of the suspect as they were on the […]
Possible tampering of Halloween candy prompts warning
New Westminster – On November 3rd, New Westminster Police Department officers were made aware of two separate incidents of Halloween candy that appeared to have been tampered with. Police are again reminding parents and guardians to check all of their Halloween candy and report anything suspicious to the New Westminster Police Department Major Crime Unit. […]
LOCATED Help us locate high risk missing person Surinderjit Mattu
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in the search for missing person Surinderjit Mattu. Mr. Mattu was last seen on October 27th at approximately 11:30pm in the Brow of the Hill neighbourhood of New Westminster. Mr. Mattu’s health care team is concerned for his well-being as he is […]
Suspect arrested for multiple attempted vehicle thefts
New Westminster – On October 17th at approximately 10:50 pm, New Westminster Police Department officers were dispatched to the 300 block of Hospital Street for a report of a male breaking into a vehicle. The complainant provided updates on the male through 9-1-1 and upon arrival, officers located the male inside another vehicle in the […]
Suspect arrested after police receive numerous calls about a man armed with knives
New Westminster – On October 1st at approximately 4:00 pm the New Westminster Police Department responded to numerous 9-1-1 calls about a man waving knives around in the area of East Columbia and Braid Street. New Westminster Police Department officers provided verbal de-escalation techniques in the hopes the suspect could be safely taken into custody, […]
Suspect arrested and charged following assault of teenager in Westminster Pier Park
New Westminster – On October 4th at approximately 2:00 pm, New Westminster Police Department officers were dispatched to Westminster Pier Park after an unprovoked attack on a teenager. The injuries sustained by the teenager required hospital treatment. Following a thorough investigation, police identified and arrested the suspect. 30-year-old Devin Monteleone of Burnaby, BC, has been […]
Police appeal for public assistance after traffic control flagger bear sprayed by group of youths
New Westminster – On October 4th at approximately noon the New Westminster Police Department were dispatched to the intersection of Agnes Street and Merrivale Street after a traffic control flagger was assaulted by a group of youths. The youths sprayed the flagger with bear spray and fled the scene. Officers provided aid to the victim […]
New Westminster Police Department searches for suspect in unprovoked assault
UPDATE: A suspect has been arrested in connection to this incident and at this time is being held in police custody. Thank you to all the members of the public that assisted in this investigation. New Westminster – On October 4th at approximately 2:00 pm the New Westminster Police Department were dispatched to Westminster Pier […]
What to expect at NWPD during renovations
Due to renovations our front doors are locked as of October 4, 2022. Visitors are asked to buzz the intercom and a staff member will meet with you or provide you access to the lobby phone where you can make a police report. Please know that many of our most popular services are available online. […]
Police arrest suspect after breaking into occupied residence
New Westminster – At approximately 8:30 pm on September 24th the New Westminster Police Department officers received a 9-1-1 call from a youth saying that someone had broken into their home and was now hiding under a table. Officers rushed to the scene, and spoke to the youth that was in the home. The youth […]