The Oak Bay Police Department responded to 63 calls for service this week. BREAK AND ENTER On July 8, Oak Bay Police received a report of a break and enter at a home under renovation in the 2900-block of Beach Drive. Entry appears to have been gained overnight by moving a temporary board covering, and Continue Reading
The Oak Bay Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Jahmai (Nathan), who was reported missing after last being seen in Oak Bay at approximately 6:45 p.m. on July 10, 2026. Jahmai is described as 5’8” with dreadlocks and was last seen wearing all black clothing, possibly including a black hooded sweatshirt Continue Reading
The Oak Bay Police Department responded to 88 calls for service this week. THEFTS FROM VEHICLES Between June 29 and July 5, 2026, Oak Bay Police received five reports of thefts from vehicles parked overnight in various areas of Oak Bay. Stolen items included a wallet, camera, sunglasses, tools, a portable battery booster, and a Continue Reading
Calls for Service: 88 IMPAIRED DRIVING On June 28, 2026, at approximately 10:45 p.m., Oak Bay Police conducted a roadside screening test during routine vehicle checks after detecting an odour of liquor on a driver. The driver, a Victoria resident, was issued a 90-day driving prohibition, several violation tickets, and had their vehicle impounded for Continue Reading
Calls for Service: 84 Arson Oak Bay Police are investigating a suspicious fire in a washroom at a local secondary school on June 18, 2026, at 12:12 PM. Emergency crews responded and determined the fire had been deliberately set using combustible materials, resulting in localized fire, smoke, and water damage. Oak Bay Fire Department secured Continue Reading
The Oak Bay Police Department responded to 89 calls for service this week. Attempted Theft from Vehicle On June 10, at 1:00 pm, police received a report of an incident in the 2000 block of Milton Street that happened on June 7, 2026 at 3:40 am, regarding an individual who was captured on video attempting Continue Reading
Deadline to apply: July 5, 2026 The District of Oak Bay is accepting applications from residents wishing to serve on the Oak Bay Police Board. The current vacancy is for a 2-year term starting September 1, 2026. Qualifications Police Board members are from diverse backgrounds from the community and bring diverse skills and experiences to Continue Reading
Calls for Service: 101 Calls of note: Excessive Speed On May 27, at approximately 10:30 PM, police conducting speed enforcement in the 900‑block of Beach Drive observed a vehicle travelling at 89 km/h in a posted 40 km/h zone. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver, who was operating under learner’s licence restrictions without Continue Reading
Oak Bay Police responded to 86 calls for service between May 18 and May 24, 2026. VEHICLE ROLLS AFTER DRIVER DISTRACTED On May 23, 2026, at approximately 7:28 p.m., Oak Bay Police responded to a two-vehicle collision on Musgrave Street. A northbound vehicle struck a parked, unoccupied pickup truck and rolled onto its side. The Continue Reading
Calls or Service: 91 National Police Week National Police Week began on May 10th; The Oak Bay Police Department recognizes and expresses gratitude for the dedicated officers, civilian staff, volunteers, and community partners who work every day to help keep Oak Bay safe. Police Week is an opportunity to highlight the strong relationships between police Continue Reading
The Oak Bay Police Department responded to 92 calls for service this week. THEFT OF BIKE On May 4, 2026, at approximately 1:40 p.m., Oak Bay Police were conducting proactive foot patrols in the 1900 block of Bee Street when an individual reported that their $1,500 bicycle had been stolen from a nearby rack. Officers Continue Reading
Calls for Service: 84 EXCESSIVE SPEEDING On Saturday May 2nd 2026, police were conducting proactive traffic enforcement monitoring vehicles in the 3600 block of Cedar Hill Cross Rd. At approximately 20:00 hrs a speeding vehicle was observed travelling 92km/hr in a 50km/hr zone. The driver was issued a ticket for excessive speed ($368.00) and the Continue Reading