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Social media safety tips for when you’re on vacation

It may be tempting to share with friends and coworkers the fun you’re having while on vacation via social media, but there are a few reasons why you should wait until you return home. A thief trolling using social media may see your vacation post. That person will be able to put two and two […]

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Deputy Chief Const. Laurin Stenerson retires

Deputy Chief Const. Laurin Stenerson retires after an outstanding career with the New Westminster Police Department. We offer our most heartfelt thank you to Stenerson for his 34 years of policing in the City of New Westminster.

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Continued Theft from Autos in New West

There is an increase in theft from vehicles in the city. Thieves are searching for anything left behind in vehicles. If the door is open, they’re going in. Always lock your car doors and do not leave any visible items in your car. Thieves will look for unlocked vehicles and will steal anything that catches […]

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ALERT: THIEVES ARE AFTER YOUR MAIL

There has been an increase in mail theft in apartment and strata buildings. Thieves break-in to the building and vandalize mail boxes in order to steal credit cards, cheques and your identity. Report all suspicious or criminal activity to the police. Pick up your mail as soon as possible and do not leave it in […]

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Crime alerts for February

Read our latest crime alerts for the Uptown and Downtown areas of New Westminster. There has been an increase in mail theft, theft of autos and theft from autos and storage lockers in these areas. Please view details and tips on how to prevent becoming a victim of auto crime. Crime alerts page

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Crime Prevention Week November 1-7

November 1-7 is earmarked as Provincial Crime Prevention Week. This week is an important time to recognize the great success New Westminster has achieved in reducing crime and creating a safe community. At the heart of every successful city are people who recognize the responsibility in participating to reduce the risk and fear of crime […]

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Sign up for the Crime Free Multi-Housing Phase ONE Training Workshop

Hosted by Burnaby RCMP and the New Westminster Police Department Attention rental property owners and managers! Keep illegal activity off your property and provide a safer, more habitable environment for residents to live. The Crime Free Multi Housing Program is designed to create safer apartment communities through creating relationships between owners, managers, residents, and police. […]

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New distracted driving penalty in effect

Distracted drivers will now get an additional 3 penalty points in addition to the $167 fine. Find out more.

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Congrats to our new volunteers!

Welcome to the NWPD Crime Reduction Team!  

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Fall distracted driving campaign launches

Did you know that distracted driving is now the second leading cause of car crash fatalities in BC? When you’re distracted, you react slower. Most rear-end crashes resulting in injuries are caused by distracted drivers. Follow the safe driving tips below and remember to leave you phone alone when driving. Tips for drivers It can […]

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