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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.
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 […]
Help us locate missing person Joseph San
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in the search for missing person Joseph San. Mr. San was last seen on August 5th in New Westminster. Mr. San is described as a 37 year old indigenous male wearing a sleeveless pink and blue tie-dye shirt, baseball hat, dark blue […]
Help us locate missing person Gregory Meilleur
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in the search for missing person Gregory Meilleur. Mr. Meilleur was last seen on August 7th on Clarkson Street in New Westminster. Mr. Meilleur is described as a 47 year old white male wearing a dark t-shirt and jeans. He may be […]
Increase in motorcycle theft
The New Westminster Police Department is warning of an increase in motorcycle theft in New Westminster. Thieves have been stealing motorcycles by putting them into neutral and rolling them away. Below are 4 tips on how you can protect your bike. Use your motorcycles built in anti-theft features. Most motorcycles come with an ignition lock, […]
New Westminster Police Department Sergeant Robson earns Team Commander accreditation
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is congratulating Sergeant Robson on recognition of his skills in complex criminal investigations. The recognition is overseen by the Office of the Investigative Standards and Practices of the BC RCMP. The accreditation as a Team Commander, which Sergeant Robson received in June 2022, involves hours of training, […]