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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.
New Westminster Police Department officers pull woman in distress from Fraser River
New Westminster – On May 30th at approximately noon the New Westminster Police Department received a report that a woman could be seen from the pier in the fast moving waters of the Fraser River. Patrol officers rushed to the scene and observed the woman in the water. Three officers boarded Shaw 1, the NWPD […]
Charges approved against suspect following carjacking and dangerous driving in Uptown
New Westminster – On May 17th the New Westminster Police Department arrested a suspect after witnesses reported to 9-1-1 that a taxi was driving erratically in the Uptown neighbourhood. It is alleged that the taxi was stolen and was striking other vehicles. Thankfully, there were no serious injuries as a result of this incident. 27 […]
Neighbour rushes to aid child injured by garage door
New Westminster – On the evening of April 2, 2023 the New Westminster Police Department responded to a call for service in the 100 block of Agnes Street after nearby residents heard a mother in distress. When officers attended the scene they found a child was being tended to by numerous bystanders. Officers provided aid […]
Join us at the Purple Lights Night Vigil on April 17th
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]