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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.
Join us at the Purple Lights Night Vigil
Join us at the Purple Light Nights vigil as we bring attention to the devastating impact that domestic violence has on families and children. The Purple Lights Campaign aims to raise awareness and start a conversation about domestic violence in our community. The colour purple is recognized as the international colour symbolic of domestic violence. […]
Suspected drugs, cash, and luxury vehicles seized in Street Crime Unit investigation
New Westminster – On March 2, 2023 the New Westminster Police Department Street Crime Unit executed two search warrants in New Westminster as part of a complex investigation into drug trafficking that began in September of 2022. As a result of the search warrants, the NWPD seized a number of luxury vehicles, a large quantity […]
Police appeal for help in identifying suspect in bail money scam
New Westminster – On February 8th an officer responded to a call for help from a senior. The senior shared that they had been the victim of an elaborate and professional scam. The senior received a phone call from someone claiming to be a police officer, who advised that their grandchild had been arrested and […]
*Located* Help us find missing person Trevor Perrier
Update – We’re happy to share that Trevor Perrier has been located and is safe. Thanks to everyone who assisted in finding him. New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking public assistance in the search for missing Trevor Perrier. Mr. Perrier was last seen in December of 2022 in New Westminster. Mr. […]
Suspect with numerous warrants connected to assault in New Westminster arrested in Maple Ridge
New Westminster – On December 30th 2022, a high risk arrest occurred in the 12300 block of 227th Street in Maple Ridge. This arrest resulted in one suspect, 26 year old Joshawa Hall of Coquitlam, who was wanted on numerous warrants, being taken into police custody. The warrants for Mr. Hall’s arrest were connected to […]
*Located* Help us locate high risk missing person Dakotah Jocko
Update – We’re happy to share that Ms. Jocko was located and is safe. New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking public assistance in the search for missing person Dakotah Jocko. Dakotah Jocko was last seen at approximately 8:30am near Columbia Skytrain Station in New Westminster. Dakotah Jocko is described as an […]
Winter Weather Information
In advance of snow and cold temperatures, residents are asked to be prepared and stay safe. Residents are advised to prepare for a winter storm expected to arrive in the Fraser Valley late Thursday, December 22 or early Friday, December 23. This weather event is expected to bring snow and transition into rain/freezing rain late […]
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. […]
*Located* Help us find high risk missing person Mohammed Massaquoi
We’re happy to share that Mohammed Massaquoi has been located and is safe. New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in the search for missing person Mohammed Massaquoi. Mr. Massaquoi was last seen on September 19th at approximately midnight in the area of Royal Avenue. Mr. Massaquoi is described […]
School Zone Safety Tips for New Westminster
As children head back to school this fall, the New Westminster Police Department Traffic Unit is reminding everyone to keep safety top of mind. Safe Routes to School are posted on the City of New Westminster website: https://www.newwestcity.ca/transportation/getting-around/school-travel-planning, and now is a great time to practice walking or cycling to school. Please travel with care […]