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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.
IIO BC called to investigate officer involved shooting
New Westminster – On February 24th 2019 at approximately 9:40pm, the New Westminster Police Department with assistance from RCMP officers from the Lower Mainland Integrated Police Dog Service (IPDS), responded to the rear of the Wal-Mart at 805 Boyd Street for a report of a suicidal male. The adult male was believed to be in possession of […]
Wanted for several criminal offences
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is actively looking for an adult male who is wanted for numerous offences. 32 year old Jory Wade Patrick is wanted on a Canada wide warrant for break and enter, possession of a weapon, uttering threats and mischief. He is also wanted on a warrant in BC […]
NWPD Police Chief accepts job as Chief Officer of Metro Vancouver Transit Police
New Westminster – After 37 years with the New Westminster Police Department, Chief Constable Dave Jones has accepted the position of Chief Officer with the Metro Vancouver Transit Police. Chief Jones has worked in the city of New Westminster since 1982 when he volunteered as a Reserve Constable. He moved up the ranks into senior […]
NWPD Remind Public of Drug Risk
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is reminding the public of the risk of street level drugs. Substances sold on the streets can be potent opioids, which can lead to an overdose or death. The New Westminster Police is reminding anyone who does use recreational drugs to do so in the presence of […]
Bullet casings found at Queensborough School after winter break
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police are investigating a report of damage to a door at a Queensborough School where bullet casings were located. On January 11th 2018, when school staff returned from winter break, they observed damage to two of the exterior doors. Staff at the school also located bullet casings in the […]
Missing Person – Carter Crispens
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 42 year old Carter Crispens, who has not been seen since December 6th 2018. Mr. Crispens was last seen in the 800 block of Carnarvon Street, New Westminster, and was reported missing by his father who had not heard from […]
Increase of Theft from Autos in New Westminster
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police would like to remind the public to lock their car doors, and remove valuables from their vehicles, after receiving several reports of theft from vehicles. Since the start of 2019, New Westminster has received 39 theft from vehicle reports city-wide, 13 of which are from the east side. […]
NWPD Police Chief Disciplinary Authority in Police Act Investigation
New Westminster – This media release has been issued in response to media requests for updates regarding the Police Act investigation into the police officers who were recently acquitted of sex offense charges in Cuba and returned home to Canada. New Westminster Police Chief Constable Dave Jones has been designated as the Disciplinary Authority for […]
UPDATE: Located. NWPD seek public assistance to locate missing person Jenessa Smith
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 29 year old, New Westminster resident Jenessa Smith. Family of Ms. Smith in Chase, BC reported her missing as she was supposed to visit them on December 24th, 2018, but never arrived. Ms. Smith was due to travel to visit […]
NWPD members recognized by the province for their work on a 1996 cold case
New Westminster – The officers who helped solve a 20-year-old New Westminster sexual assault case have been recognized by the provincial government at the Police Honours Night. The annual awards, held Thursday night in Victoria, recognize outstanding law enforcement officers for their bravery and dedication. This year, 106 officers from across the province received awards, […]