Powell River RCMP reported the following for September 17 to 23, 2020.
Total calls for service: 87
Thefts: 4
Assaults: 6
Impaired driving: 5
Mischief: 2
Break and enter: 2
September 19; Joyce Avenue
At approximately 12:49 pm, police responded to a report of an erratic driver. The vehicle was reported to be driving on the sidewalk and weaving back and forth on the roadway. Police attended and located the vehicle in a parking lot. The driver of the vehicle, a 24-year-old female from Powell River, showed signs of drug impairment. The driver was issued a 24-hour driving prohibition under the Motor Vehicle Act and her licence was seized.
September 22; Alberni Street
At approximately 4:20 pm, police responded to a report of a theft at The Source. A male and female entered the store and stole a JBL bluetooth speaker valued at $239. This matter is still under investigation.
September 22; Highway 101, south
At approximately 5:42 pm, police responded to a report of a single vehicle collision on Highway 101 near Brew Bay Road. The driver of a black Pontiac lost control of his vehicle after swerving to avoid a deer. The vehicle skidded around and ended up in a ditch on the side of the road. The driver did not sustain any injuries as a result of the collision and the vehicle was towed.
Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact Powell River RCMP at 604.485.6255, or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS (8477) or online at bccrimestoppers.com.
