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The New Westminster Police Department asks the public to plan a safe way home

New Westminster – It’s the season of pumpkin spice, mistletoe, and ugly Christmas sweaters. Now that the holidays are here the New Westminster Police Department strongly encourages you to plan a safe ride home. “Sadly, 68 people in this province die each year in crashes involving impaired driving,” stated Acting Chief Constable Dave Jansen. “I […]

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*Found* High risk missing youth Marco Rahim

*Update* As of 5:00pm November 21st Marco Rahim has been found safe. Thanks to everyone who helped us look for him.   *Update* As of 9:00am November 21st, Marco Rahim is still missing. Updated photos of Marco have been posted below. His sweatshirt in the photos is the same one he was last seen in. […]

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New Westminster Police Department investigate shots fired

New Westminster – At approximately 7:30pm on November 17th, members of the New Westminster Police Department responded to a report of shots fired in the 200 block of Osborne Avenue. The suspect fled the area prior to police arrival. Members determined shots had been fired in what appears to be a targeted, isolated event. “Investigators […]

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New Westminster Police Department warns residents of donation fraud

New Westminster – Scams are prevalent everywhere, especially during the holidays. People should be cautious of who they’re giving donations to. “Donation fraud awareness is very important – especially around the holidays,” stated Sergeant Jeff Scott. “We encourage everyone to talk with their friends and family about the signs of a person that is trying […]

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Help us locate missing person, Jeremy Yakobchuk

New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 39 year old Vancouver resident Jeremy Yakobchuk. Mr. Yakobchuk was last seen on November 7th, 2019 at approximately 8:45am near the Sapperton Skytrain station in New Westminster. Mr. Yakobchuk is described as a Caucasian male, standing 5’9”, with a heavy […]

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LOCATED: Help us locate missing person, Danielle Fayant

UPDATE: Ms FAYANT has been safely located.   New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 44 year old New Westminster resident Danielle Fayant. Ms. Fayant was last seen at a pub in North Vancouver on October 28th 2019 at approximately 8:00pm with a colleague. Colleagues became concerned […]

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New Westminster Police Department seek rightful owners of stolen property

New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department would like to provide an update to an earlier media release we posted this month about a series of break-and-enters. Investigators are now looking for the owners of a large amount of stolen property, including jewelry, electronics, and commemorative coins that have been recovered over the past […]

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Update for parents on new cannabis legislation

The Child and Youth Resource Unit would like to inform you that some changes are being made to the laws and regulations surrounding the consumption of cannabis edibles. New legislation is coming into effect regarding cannabis with new products expected to reach store shelves in December. This would expand offerings to include oils, extracts, sprays, […]

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The New Westminster Police Department makes an arrest following a string of break-and-enters

New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department have arrested a man in connection with a series of break-and-enters that occurred over this summer. As part of the investigation into the break-ins, the New Westminster Police Department Street Crime Unit and Crime Reduction Unit executed a search warrant at a residence on Royal Avenue. A […]

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Join us for Coffee with a Cop

New Westminster – All residents are invited to join members of the New Westminster Police Department for Coffee with a Cop happening October 10th from noon to 3:00pm. “This is an opportunity for us to listen to community members and answer any questions they have,” stated Acting Chief Constable Dave Jansen. “Interacting with the community […]

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