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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.
NWPD Investigate a Break-and-Enter and Sexual Assault
The New Westminster Police Department’s Major Crime Unit are currently investigating an interrupted break and enter and sexual assault that occurred on October 23, 2013 at approximately 9:00 pm in the 1200 Block of London Street. The thirty year old female victim advised that she confronted the male who entered her residence via the sliding […]
Assistance Requested to Identify Male Involved in Groping Incident
New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department is requesting assistance from the public to identify the below-noted male who allegedly groped a female at the 22nd Street SkyTrain Station on September 23, 2013. The victim was approached by an older Southeast Asian male who complimented her on her looks. The suspect male walked with […]
Update on Missing Person – Choy, To Lam Found Deceased
New Westminster – Further to our Media Release dated October 10, 2013, the NWPD regret to report that on Sunday, October 20th, 2013, missing person To Lam “Don” Choy was found deceased. The investigation has now been turned over to the BC Coroners Service; however, foul play is not suspected. Mr. Choy’s family has been […]
Missing Male – To Lam Choy, 30 years old
New Westminster – Thirty-year-old To Lam Choy, who goes by the name of Don, has been missing from his family home in New Westminster, since 3:00 pm on Tuesday, October 8, 2013. At that time, he left the residence in his personal vehicle, a 1991 BMW 318 IS, 2 door, black ,BC License 068GXX. He […]
Structure Fire on Columbia Street, New Westminster
New Westminster – At 3:40 am today, the New Westminster Police Department received a call from the New Westminster Fire Department advising of a structure fire located at 634 Columbia Street. New Westminster Fire is currently on scene and is continuing to battle the fire. Road Closures currently in effect: Front Street is closed east […]
Saving Lives During Operation Impact
New Westminster – New Westminster Police will be out in force this coming long weekend for Operation Impact, which runs October 11 – 14, 2013. This national campaign to make Canada’s roads the safest in the world is a police initiative designed to remind people that an essential part traffic enforcement and education is to […]
NWPD Investigate Assault on Female
New Westminster – The NWPD are seeking public assistance with their investigation of an assault which took place on Sunday, September 22nd, 2013, at approximately 2:00 am. At that time, a 48 year old female victim was walking in the 200 block of Queens Avenue, when an unknown male suspect appeared out of some bushes […]
NWPD Partners with ICBC to Promote Distracted Driving Awareness
New Westminster – This month, the New Westminster Police Department has partnered with ICBC to promote distracted driving awareness by ramping up enforcement around New Westminster. This weekend will be no exception, as the NWPD Traffic Unit will be out in full force around the city handing out tickets to drivers who are talking or […]
NWSPOA welcomes first honorary member
New Westminster – On Wednesday September 11th, 2013, the New Westminster Superannuated Police Officer’s Association (NWSPOA) welcomed its first honorary member, the very well known and respected journalist George Garrett. NWPD Chief Constable Dave Jones and Deputy Chief Constable Laurin Stenerson were on hand to present Garrett with his membership plaque and welcome him to […]
Update to Public Warning – Anonymous Caller September 1, 2013 – Kidnap Plan
New Westminster – On September 1, 2013, the New Westminster Police Department issued a news release for the purpose of warning the public and requesting assistance for an investigation into an anonymous complaint made by a male who described his plan to kidnap a woman known to him with the intention of holding her against […]