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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.
*Located* Help us find high risk missing person Kelly
Update – We’re happy to share that Kelly has been located. New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is seeking public assistance in the search for a missing woman named Kelly, who was last seen in Coquitlam on March 19. Kelly is described as a 59 year old Indigenous woman, who is approximately 5 […]
Safely and securely dispose of unwanted electronics
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is partnering with the Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) to offer free electronics recycling on April 12th from noon to 4:00 pm in the parking lot at City Hall, located at 511 Royal Avenue. Spring cleaning is an ideal time to get rid of unwanted electronics while protecting […]
Community Communications and Engagement Plan
The New Westminster Police Department’s Community Communications and Engagement Plan sets out the strategic framework to achieve transparent, timely, and accurate communication and engagement with our audiences both internally and externally. We have a long history in a growing city and we want our community to remain informed and involved in how we grow together. […]
Missing person Erica found safe
New Westminster – Erica, who was reported missing on March 2, has been safely located by police and is now receiving care. She was found thanks to an observant citizen who recognized Erica from New Westminster Police Department communications and immediately called 9-1-1. Officers located her on March 6. Erica’s family and friends have requested […]
Arrest made after police receive a call about a student with a knife
New Westminster – On March 6 at approximately 10:20 am, the New Westminster Police Department responded to a 9-1-1 call about a student with a knife at the New Westminster Secondary School. According to the caller, the student with the knife had made comments that caused them concern for the safety of students and staff. […]
Police respond to possible explosive device in Uptown neighbourhood
New Westminster – At approximately 8:00 am police were flagged down by a concerned citizen about a possible explosive device placed inside a mailbox. Police rushed to the scene and secured a perimeter. The RCMP Explosives Disposal Unit arrived to assess the mailbox. Some street level businesses were evacuated between Hamilton Street and Eighth Street. […]
*Located* Police asking for public assistance in locating missing person Erica
Update: Erica has been found and is safe. New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is asking public assistance in finding Erica. Erica was last seen in the Quayside neighbourhood of New Westminster. Erica may appear confused or disoriented. Erica was last seen at approximately 3:00 am on Sunday, March 2. Erica is described […]
Safety tips for casual sexual encounters
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is sharing personal safety tips people can take if they are meeting up with people they’ve met online. Consider meeting in a familiar, public place such as a café, restaurant, bar, or library. Create an exit plan in advance, so you know what to do if you […]
Arrest made in connection to suspicious fire at New Westminster Tennis Club
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department has made an arrest in connection to a suspicious fire that occurred at the New Westminster Tennis Club. The suspicious fire occurred on February 20 at approximate 10:15pm and caused extensive damage to the building. The Major Crime Unit assumed control of the investigation, and with the […]
Major Crime Unit begins investigation into suspicious fire at New Westminster Tennis Club
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is investigating a suspicious fire that occurred on February 20 at approximately 10:15pm. The New Westminster Tennis Club, which is located in the 300 block of Royal Avenue, was not occupied and sustained extensive damage. The NWPD Major Crime Unit has taken conduct of this investigation and […]