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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.
NWPD stabbing investigation leads to arrests
New Westminster – On January 30, 2015 the NWPD responded to a stabbing in the 1000 block of Columbia Street, New Westminster. A male victim was located suffering from a stab wound and was rushed to a local area hospital where he was treated for serious injuries and later released. The unknown suspects fled the […]
NWPD request assistance locating male wanted Canada wide
New Westminster – The NWPD is requesting the public’s assistance in locating, Donald Lyle Salahub. Mr. Salahub is currently wanted on a Canada wide arrest warrant for violating conditions of his parole. Donald Lyle Salahub is a 44 year old Caucasian male standing 5’11″ and weighing approximately 220lbs. He has short brown hair, brown eyes and […]
NWPD Officer dismissed
New Westminster – In maintaining our commitment to public trust and transparency, the New Westminster Police Department want to be proactive in reporting that it has terminated the employment of one of its sworn members after an internal theft investigation. The member involved had eight years of service, and although no longer employed with the […]
NWPD make arrest on local business owner
New Westminster – On September 10, 2014 the NWPD responded to the 600 block of 12th Street for the report of a fight taking place. After members arrived, they learned that a suspect had assaulted a local merchant outside of his store and then fled the area. The victim of the assault suffered serious but […]
NWPD Request Assistance in Locating Missing Teen
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating, Justine Carifelle. Ms. Carifelle is an Aboriginal female, 16 years old, standing 5’5 inches tall with brown eyes, long black hair and a slim build. She may be wearing glasses, a black shirt and jeans and has no known […]
New Westminster Police carry out external Police Act investigations into allegations of police misconduct
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department can confirm that on March 10, 2014 we received Orders for an External Investigation, from the Office of the Police Complaint Commissioner related to Police Act investigations against 17 members of the Abbotsford Police Department and one member of the Vancouver Police Department. The Police Act investigations […]
NWPD seeking public assistance in theft from elderly victim
New Westminster – The NWPD is requesting public assistance in identifying a male believed to be responsible for stealing cash from an elderly victim. On February 5, 2015 at approximately 1:00 pm, the 70 year old female victim, who is a resident of New Westminster, entered the TD Bank located at 555 6th Street to […]
NWPD warns public about phone and email scams
New Westminster – On February 6, 2015, the NWPD reported members of the public recently falling victim to the “Microsoft Scam”. This scam involves a caller gaining the trust of the victim while claiming to work for Microsoft. The reason given for the call is to assist the victim in solving home computer issues such […]
NWPD investigate stabbing on Cumberland Street
New Westminster – On February 8, 2015 at approximately 1:37 pm, NWPD patrol officers responded to a report of a stabbing at a residence on Cumberland Street. Upon arrival, several family members were at the residence and a fifty three year old male was located with serious stab wounds. The male was transported to a […]
NWPD assists with house fire at 10th Street and 6th Avenue
New Westminster – At about 6:00 am this morning, the NWPD responded to a house fire at 1000 Block of 6th Avenue in a supportive role to the NWFD. The structure contained multiple units and it appears there were no injuries. Sixth Ave from 9th Street to 11th Street remains closed at this time; no […]