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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.
NWPD members apprehend wanted suspect
On July 30th, 2012 at approximately 1:30 pm, New Westminster Police Constables Pakosh and Santaga were just completing an unrelated traffic stop in the 400 block of 9th Street when they observed a BMW traveling southbound on 9th Street at a high rate of speed. Both members attempted to flag the driver over for speeding; […]
Police Continue Search of Suspect in the Aggravated Assault of a Police Officer
July 30, 2012 marks the one-year anniversary of the aggravated assault of a New Westminster police officer, and police are still actively searching for the suspect. On July 30, 2011 a New Westminster police officer responded to a complaint of a distraught male in Queens Park. As the officer approached a picnic table, a male […]
New Westminster Police Department joins CrimeReports.com to provide public access to neighbourhood crime data in real time
New Westminster—The New Westminster Police Department is pleased to announce that citizens can now gain access to neighborhood-level crime incident data in near real time. “Providing reliable, timely information to our citizens is one of our top priorities, because an informed public is a safer public,” says Chief Constable Jones. “Partnering with Public Engines gives […]
Break and Enter Prevention
Summer is upon us with warm days and evenings. Criminals will often target residence on warm summer nights as they are only too aware that many unsuspecting home owners will leave doors or windows ajar. The following are some ideas that will be helpful: Suspects in Break and Enters use various ways to enter homes […]
NWPD Urge Parents to Keep Children Safe in the Hot Summer Months
Summer has finally arrived in New Westminster and the New Westminster Police Department wants all families to enjoy the weather and have a safe and happy summer. Everyone likes to keep their homes cool by having windows open but with that brings safety concerns for small children. NWPD is urging parents to keep their children […]
Fake Cop Swindles Local Business out of $250
The New Westminster Police Department are asking businesses to beware of a male impersonating a police officer. On July 2, 2012 at 6:45 pm, a local veterinary business was the victim of a fraud. The male suspect entered the store and was seated in the lobby area for approximately 20 minutes. Another customer was also […]
Senior out $2,525 in Reader’s Digest Lottery Scam
The New Westminster Police Department investigated a fraud regarding a Reader’s Digest Lottery Scam. On July 6, 2012, the victim attended the police station and advised that in March or April 2012, he received a letter in the mail from “Reader’s Digest” informing him that he had won a $50,000 lottery. The victim filled out […]
New Westminster Police Department launches new website, kicking off new chapter in community engagement
New Westminster – On Tuesday, July 3, the New Westminster Police Department launched their new website. The site, which was designed by Ballistic Arts Media Studios, features access to interactive crime maps, new promotional videos and detailed, easy-to-follow information on recruitment just to name a few. “We’re thrilled about our new website,” said Chief Constable […]
NWPD responds to Fraser River incident
At approximately 0900 hours members of the New Westminster Police Department responded to a report of a tugboat in distress on the Fraser River in the area of the Patullo Bridge. In addition to a number of private vessels already on the river, members of the NWPD, the Surrey RCMP, and the Coast Guard Hovercraft […]
NWPD Reserve Constable Graduation
New Westminster – On June 28th, 2012 the New Westminster Police Department will be graduating its first Reserve Constable Class since the program was phased out 12 years ago. Under the former program, the NWPD Reserve Constable’s were armed and their primary function was to supplement operational policing under the supervision of full time police […]