Weekend report Dec. 9-12

Kamloops City

2022-12-15 14:06 PST

File # Weekend report Dec. 9-12

The Kamloops RCMP Detachment responded to approximately 393 calls for service from Friday Dec. 9, to 9 a.m. on Dec. 12, 2022. Below are some highlights from those reports.

Break and enter interrupted

2022-43703

An attempt to break into a residence was foiled Friday evening, when the homeowner caught the suspect in the act.

On Friday Dec. 9, 2022, just after 6 p.m., Kamloops RCMP frontline officers responded to the 5000-block of the East Trans Canada Highway where an unknown suspect had broken into the garage, fought with the homeowner when confronted, then fled on a nearby walking path.

The Police Dog Service Unit located a flashlight and break-in tools nearby, but the suspect was gone. He is described as male, 5’10 to 6’, 35-45 years old, dressed in all dark clothing with what appeared to be a balaclava, exposing only his eyes.

Anyone with security footage or information related to this investigation is asked to please contact the Kamloops RCMP Detachment at 250-828-3000 and reference file 2022-43703.

Stolen snowmobile recovered

2022-43813

Police located a stolen snowmobile, thanks to a call about a suspicious vehicle this weekend.

On Saturday Dec. 10, at approximately 3:25 p.m., frontline officers responded to the 1900-block of Curlew Road, where a suspicious truck was suspected of being associated to a trailer and snowmobile being hidden around the back of a property.

Police located the truck nearby and detained all those present. Further investigation revealed the snowmobile was stolen but did not appear linked to the truck.

The snowmobile was associated to a theft report from Vernon received earlier in the day. It was released to its proper owner.

Man arrested on 13th Street

2022-43858

Multiple police officers responded to a North Shore address for a report of a man with an axe, freaking out and smashing things.

On Dec. 10, 2022, around 10 a.m., police attended the 1100-block of 13th Street where a vehicle and house had been damaged. A suspect was located and arrested for offences related to threats, weapons, and mischief.

The suspect was later released with a court date and conditions; charge recommendation is anticipated as part of the ongoing investigation.

Anyone who witnessed or has information related to this incident is asked to please contact the Kamloops RCMP Detachment at 250-828-3000 and reference file 2022-43858.
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If you have information on crime, please contact Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000. Less serious crimes, such as stolen or damaged property without any witnesses or suspects, can also be reported online at https://ocre-sielc.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/kamloops.

Released by

Cpl. Crystal Evelyn

Email: crystal.evelyn@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: kamloops.rcmp.ca

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