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FEATURED CRIMES


If you have any information about these crimes, or any person(s) involved, you are urged to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a Web Tip . You do not have to give your name. You do not have to testify in court and you will remain anonymous. CRIME STOPPERS will pay a cash reward of up to $2,000.00 for information that leads to an arrest and charge, or seizure of drugs or property.

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Elder Financial Abuse

Elder financial abuse is a hidden crime affecting many older adults, often at the hands of those they trust most, like family, caregivers, or friends. This abuse can include unauthorized use of their money, sudden large bank withdrawals, unexpected changes in living conditions, or disappearance of valuable belongings. Sadly, many victims feel isolated or afraid to speak up.

If you know of someone who might be experiencing financial abuse, don’t stay silent. You can make a difference by leaving an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers. Reporting is confidential and can be done by calling 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.victoriacrimestoppers.ca

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On Oct 31, 2024, at approximately 6:45pm, Saanich Police responded to a carjacking at the McDonald’s drive-thru on Saanich Rd.

A suspect, dressed in all black and wearing a mask, approached a Black 2002 Honda Civic as it was preparing to leave the drive thru. The suspect opened the driver’s door, indicated they had a weapon and demanded the owner exit the vehicle. The suspect then drove off eastbound on Saanich Rd.

The vehicle owner, who was shaken up by the incident, was physically unharmed and sought help inside McDonald’s, where someone called police.

If you have any information or possible dash cam footage for the following: area of Saanich Rd. and Oak St around 6:45 pm on October 31, 2024 or the area of Swartz Bay Rd. and Wain Rd. between 2am and 6am on November 2, 2024, and have dashcam footage please email: [email protected]

To report information anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477 or to submit a tip online, click the ‘Submit A Tip’ button above.

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Oak Bay Arson

On August 9, 2024, at approximately 1:00am, Oak Bay Police Department were dispatched to a report of a fire at business located in the 2000 block of Oak Bay Avenue.

Police members quickly arrived on scene and were informed by two staff members that they had been inside the business after closing time and heard someone near the front doors of the business. They went to investigate and saw flames outside the front door of the building. Staff acted quickly and put the fire out with a fire extinguisher.

The suspect poured a liquid over the front steps and front door mat of the business, lighting the liquid on fire before fleeing on foot.

The suspect appears to be a white male, wearing a dark coloured balaclava, denim jacket, camo patterned pants, red running shoes and camo styled backpack.

Fortunately, there was no damage to the building, and no one was injured.

If you have any information about this Arson, or who this suspect is and you want to tell us anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477. You may also submit a tip online by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip‘ button above.

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Saanich Police is investigating 2 incidents of the theft of astro turf rolls from a community center in the 1300 block of McKenzie Ave. The thefts took place in late September and early October. The approximate value of the stolen turf is $4000.00.

Police were unable to obtain video footage of the thefts and are asking the public for assistance in solving this crime.

If you have any information about this crime, or the current location of the astro turf and you want to tell us anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477. You may also submit a tip by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip‘ button above.

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Saanich Police is looking to identify this male who was involved in a concerning suspicious incident that took place on September 21st at a business in the 3100 block of Tillicum Road.

The male is described as white, approximately 40 years of age, slim build, wearing shorts, dark top and a blue backpack with pink details.

If you recognize this person and you want to tell us his name anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip’ button above.

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Theft of Copper Wire

Incidents of theft of copper wire have been reported in the Greater Victoria area.

Wire theft affects the entire community as it impacts on both the hydro and telecommunication services, we all take for granted.

If you witness wire being stolen or somebody attempting to sell stolen wire, you can leave an anonymous tip telling us who is responsible for this expensive crime.

Call 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online by clicking the submit a tip button.

You remain anonymous and the criminals won’t!

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Assault on a Victoria Bus

Victoria Police Department are investigating an assault that took place on a bus on the number 11 route.

The assault happened at about 7.30pm on Friday September 6th

The incident took place on the bus as it travelled along Fort Street.

The suspect unprovokedly attacked a male victim in the presence of his young daughter. The victim was punched in the face multiple times before another passenger intervened to which resulted another fight. The suspect pushed the passenger to the ground before fleeing the scene.

The suspect pictured, is described as wearing a black Under- Armour hat, green hoodie, grey pants, black and white New Balance shoes. He had a brown beard.

If you know who he is tell us anonymously, call 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip here by clicking the submit a tip button in the right hand corner of the screen.

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Arson in Oak Bay

On August 9, 2024, at approximately 1:00am, Oak Bay Police Department were dispatched to a report of a fire at business located in the 2000 block of Oak Bay Avenue.

Police members quickly arrived on scene and were informed by two staff members that they had been inside the business after closing time and heard someone near the front doors of the business. They went to investigate and saw flames outside the front door of the building. Staff acted quickly and put the fire out with a fire extinguisher.

The suspect poured a liquid over the front steps and front door mat of the business, lighting the liquid on fire before fleeing on foot.

The suspect appears to be a white male, wearing a dark coloured balaclava, denim jacket, camo patterned pants, red running shoes and camo styled backpack.

Fortunately, there was no damage to the building, and no one was injured.

If you have any information about this Arson, or who this suspect is and you want to tell us anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477. You may also submit a tip online by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip’ button above.

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Theft in Victoria

VicPD is looking to identify this suspect who on August 8th entered a store in Mayfair Mall and stole a jacket. Store staff attempted to retrieve the item, but the suspect pushed them before fleeing from the scene.

Please note the suspects tattoo on their inner right forearm.

If you recognize this suspect and you want to tell us their name anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip’ button above

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Robbery in Saanich

Saanich Police are investigating a robbery that took place at an “E-Bike” store on Royal Oak Drive.

The suspect in the pictures entered the store and asked to test ride a bike. He was asked for ID and when he couldn’t produce any was told he couldn’t ride one. He then distracted the store associate and grabbed ahold of one of the E bikes and went to leave the store. The associate challenged him and blocked the door to stop him from leaving.

Another staff member tried to restrain him, but the suspect broke free and began pushing the associate out the way, injuring them. To prevent further injury to the staff they let the suspect flee.

He is described as a 6ft, slim build, black male. He had drywall dust on his clothes and mud on his boots. He wore a white tee shirt and grey pants, his hat was a blue tilly hat.

If you recognize him, you can tell us anonymously by calling 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip‘ button above.

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Fraud in Saanich

Saanich Police are looking to identify this female suspect who attempted to withdraw a cash loan using forged banking, pay slip documents in conjunction with a stolen and inactive BC Services Card.

If you recognize this suspect and you want to tell us her name anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip’ button above.

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West Shore RCMP is investigating a report of a break and enter and theft that took place on June 16, 2024.
On June 16, at approximately 7:15 a.m., a flat deck utility trailer with two ATV’s attached to it was stolen. The flat deck utility trailer was parked at the Island Earth Landscaping business lot located at the corner of Westhills Drive and Langford Lake Drive in Langford.
Police have collected video surveillance showing the suspect vehicle towing away the stolen trailer.
Description of the suspect vehicle:
-Dark colored newer model 4-door F150 pick up truck;
-Blacked out tinted front and rear windows;
-Large dent on the passenger side door frame;
-No front licence plate;
-Towing a stolen flat deck utility trailer with 2 ATV’s;
-Driver was wearing a yellow high visibility jacket.
Description of Stolen items:
-Heavy duty black flat deck utility trailer with a locked cage, BC Licence plate of 41922U;
-Blue 2020 Yamaha ATV, BC Licence Plate 19256X;
-Green Yamaha ATV (no licence plate attached).
Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect and suspect vehicle. If you were driving in the area on June 16 between the hours of 7:00 – 8:00 a.m. and have in car video please review it in case you have captured the suspect on video.
If you have information regarding this crime please contact the West Shore RCMP at 250-474-2264.
You can report anonymously by calling us at 1-800-222-8477, or by submitting a tip online by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip’ button above.
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Assault in Saanich

Saanich Police is looking to identify this suspect who on May 31st assaulted a Loss Prevention Officer by striking them in the face with a skateboard. The Loss Prevention Officer required stitches and extensive damage to their teeth. The crime took place at a store located in the Uptown Shopping Centre.

If you recognize this suspect and you want to tell us their name anonymously, please call us at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online by clicking the ‘Submit a Tip’ button above.

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Saanich Police is looking to identify this suspect who on May 31st assaulted a Loss Prevention by striking them in the face with a skateboard. The Loss Prevention Officer required stitches and extensive damage to their teeth. The crime took place at a store located in the Uptown Shopping Centre.

If you recognize this suspect and you want to tell us their name anonymously, please call us at 1-800-222-8477. You may also submit a tip by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip‘ button above.

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Saanich Police are looking to identify this suspect who entered a Pharmacy in the 700 block of Royal Oak Drive and stole a cooler and a rug. The combined value of both stolen items is approximately $460.00.

If you recognize this suspect and you want to tell us his name anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477, or submit a tip online by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip‘ button above.

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Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated fishing is a significant threat to our oceans resources and eco systems. It also threatens the livelihood of law-abiding fish harvesters.

Do you know someone involved in illegal fishing activity? If so, you can report them anonymously to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip’ button above.

 

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Victoria Police Department want to identify these 2 suspects, who committed a Break & Enter on 08 April at 12:25am.

The crime took place in to 600 block of David Street. The basement unit was entered, and various tools stolen.

If you know who they are you can tell us anonymously, call 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip’ button above.

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Saanich Police Detectives are investigating a Residential Break & Enter that took place in the Gordon Head area on 2nd April 2024, between 4.30pm and 6.30pm.

Once the suspect was in the house, they stole several pieces of Aboriginal art, which are pictured below.

The Police are asking for help in locating the stolen artwork , as well as appealing for information about who committed this crime.

If you know anything about this or where the stolen art is, you can tell us anonymously by calling 1-800-222-8477 or by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip’ button above.

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Oak Bay Police are currently looking to identify this person, who is a suspect in a residential Break & Enter that took place in the 1600 block of Wilmot Road on March 28th, around 9:50am.

The suspect entered the residence and stole a laptop valued at $1400.00 before leaving the area on foot.

If you recognize this suspect and you want to tell us their name anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip’ button above.

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Theft of Food Mixer

Saanich Police would like to identify this man who stole a Kitchen Aid mixer from a store in the Saanich Centre.

The theft took place on 15th February at midday.

The value of the mixer was $470.00.

If you know who our “star” baker is, please tell us by calling 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip on line by clicking the ‘Submit a Tip’ button above.

You will remain anonymous and if successful your tip could earn you a cash reward.

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Saanich Police would like help in identifying the suspect pictured, who stole a scooter .

The victim rode their scooter to work at a local deli on Vanalman Avenue and secured it. When they went to go home, they discovered that their scooter had been stolen. This was their only independent means of transport.

A review of CCTV footage shows this person with the scooter and load it into a silver Jeep Cherokee. The vehicle was driven by a woman with long hair. The male is described as white, around 5’10”-6′ tall, short wavy greying hair ,wearing a black leather jacket. A brown dog was also seen in the rear of the car.

Despite extensive enquires the police have been unable to identify the suspects.

If you know who they are, you can contact Saanich Police or if you wish to remain anonymous tell us by calling 1-800-222-8477 or click the ‘Submit A Tip’ button above.

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Saanich Police are investigating a fraud file where this suspect used a stolen credit card on several occasions on January 30th, 2024.
Police have not been able to identify him through other investigative means and are now hoping you can provide his name.
If you recognize this suspect and you want to tell us their name anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip button above.
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February 22, 2024 is Human Trafficking Awareness Day in Canada. The day is recognized by the Canadian government to “raise awareness of the magnitude of modern slavery in Canada and abroad and to take steps to combat human trafficking”.
Human trafficking is real – and it doesn’t involve shipping containers like in the movies. People are trafficked for sex most often by someone they know.
To learn more about Human Trafficking in BC, please click the links below:
If you have information about anyone being trafficked, or that is trafficking humans and you want to tell us anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip by clicking ‘Submit A Tip’ button above.
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Sooke RCMP would like help in identifying the person in the pictures.

They are the suspect in a fraud case, a cloned credit card was used to purchase 2 generators from a Sooke equipment business. The 2 generators have been valued at a combined total of $7333.00

The suspect was accompanied by a South Asian male who was driving a blue Dodge Ram truck.

The suspect was described by the witnesses as; South Asian male, aged 40-45 years, of heavy build about 5ft8” tall. He was wearing jeans and a dark-coloured hoody.

If you recognize him, you can call Sooke RCMP or if you want to remain anonymous call us, 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online by clicking the submit a tip button.

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Theft of Generator

Sidney/North Saanich RCMP is looking to identify this suspect who entered a hardware store in the 2300 block of Beacon Avenue on January 17th and stole a “Radley” portable 2500W inverter generator worth $549.00.

The suspect was a passenger in a Dodge Neon car. They have been described as a white male, with dark medium length hair wearing a dark trench coat and glasses.

If you recognize them and you want to tell us their name anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online by clicking the tip submit button. (F/N 24-298)

 

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VicPD are carrying out an investigation into a crime spree that caused over $5000 worth of damage to numerous  downtown parking meters.

The damage was caused by using something to burn the screens of the meters.

The person pictured is of interest to the enquiry.

If you know who they are you can tell us anonymously by calling 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online by clicking HERE.

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Downtown Assault.

On November 19th at about 12.30am Victoria Police responded to a call regarding an assault. The crime took place outside The Bay Centre on Douglas Street. The victim had suffered extensive head injuries including losing 3 teeth. Witnesses saw 3 males aged 19-22 running away from the scene up Fort Street, they heard them make remarks about beating somebody up.

Extensive reviews of all CCTV in the area provided the image pictured.

If you know who did this or recognize the suspects you can tell us anonymously.

Call 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip by clicking submit a tip

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Identity Requested.

Victoria Police are asking for help in identifying the person in this picture.

They would like to speak with them regarding an incident that happened at a community event in the 600 block of Richmond Avenue. It happened at around 11am on Dec the 9th.

If you recognize this individual, you can tell us anonymously, call 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online by clicking the submit a tip button in the right hand corner.

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Stolen Credit Card.

Oak Bay Police department, would like to identify this mystery shopper who went shopping in various locations with a credit card that had been stolen from a gym locker.
If you know who the suspect is let us know anonymously by submitting a tip,
call 1-800-222-8477 or online by clicking the tip submit button above.
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Hey Greater Victoria

West Shore RCMP are looking to identify this suspect who is responsible for a mail theft from a building in the 2800 block of Peatt Road.

The suspect is believed to have made off with several packages, which belonged to tenants of the building.

If you recognize this suspect and you want to tell us their name anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477 or submit at tip by clicking the ‘Submit A Tip’ button above.

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