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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.
Police respond to fatal collision on Stewardson Way
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department are in the early stages of investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred at approximately 8:00 am near 5th Avenue and Stewardson Way. Traffic has been rerouted and drivers are asked to avoid the area. It is anticipated Stewardson Way will be closed in both directions […]
Raising Awareness About Elder Abuse
It can happen behind closed doors, and often to those least able to ask for help. Elder abuse is a growing concern, and many victims suffer in silence. We want people in New Westminster to know the signs and speak up. “Elder abuse can take many forms, and it often happens behind closed doors,” stated […]
NWPD search for missing person Laura
Update – We’re happy to share that Laura has been located. New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating a missing person, Laura. Laura is described as a 42 year old Asian female, 5’1” tall, with a slender build, weighing approximately 90 pounds. She has black hair. She was […]
Police investigate after theft and assault following Facebook Marketplace sale
New Westminster – On July 7th at approximately 5:18pm, a New Westminster Police Department officer responded to a call about a man who had been assaulted with pepper spray. After speaking with the victim, the officer learned that he had met someone at Columbia Square to sell an iPhone. The victim shared that he gave […]
Public assistance needed in locating missing person Nishan
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking public assistance in the search for missing person Nishan. Nishan was last seen on June 26 at approximately 4:00pm in the Queensborough neighbourhood of New Westminster. Nishan is described as a 28 years old South Asian male, standing 5’6” tall, weighing approximately 145 pounds. He […]
NWPD search for high risk missing youth Bela
*Update* – Bela has been located and is safe. New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking public assistance in the search for a high-risk missing youth Bela. Bela was last seen on July 2 at approximately 8:00am in New Westminster. Bela is described as a 14 years old Asian female, standing 4’11” […]
Police seek witnesses after firecracker assault in Moody Park
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is investigating an assault that occurred in Moody Park after a firecracker was thrown at someone who was playing basketball. On the evening of June 23, at approximately 9:30pm, the victim was on the basketball courts in Moody Park when an unknown person approached on an electric […]
Commercial vehicle enforcement event yields over 50 out of service vehicles
New Westminster – On June 18 and 19, the New Westminster Police Department Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit collaborated with numerous other public safety partners to conduct a two-day targeted commercial vehicle enforcement event across several locations in New Westminster. With the help of 30 officers from multiple partner agencies, including the Vancouver Police Department, Transit […]
Police appeal for public assistance after youth assaulted in Moody Park
New Westminster – On June 23rd at approximately 3:45pm New Westminster Police Department officers were dispatched to Moody Park after several witnesses reported seeing a large group of youth fighting. Callers indicated concern over at least one of the youths being armed with a weapon. Responding officers had reason to believe a firearm may be […]
Help us find missing person Annie
Update – Annie has been located and is safe. New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking public assistance in the search for missing person Annie. Annie was last seen on June 20, at approximately 4:00pm in the 200 block of Royal Avenue in New Westminster. Annie is described as 36 years old, […]