On February 3rd, 2014, the Oak Bay Police Department will launch another innovative program to promote safe cycling in our community. Cyclists who are found riding at night and don’t have any lights on their bike because they don’t own any, will be given a two week amnesty to buy some lights in lieu of Continue Reading
Last week, the OBPD was able to happily report that the number of thefts from motor vehicles were down in 2013 from previous years. Unfortunately, this last week saw 11 unlocked vehicles entered. Four vehicles in the King George Terrace and Crescent Road area were entered at the beginning of the week. The early morning hours of Continue Reading
Vehicle for Location: On January 3rd, 2014, at approximately 6:30 pm, an older blue pickup truck, (possibly a Toyota), with a white canopy and a smashed out rear tail-light was observed driving over a residential lawn in the 3000 block of Uplands Road, in Oak Bay. The Oak Bay Police are seeking the public’s assistance Continue Reading
A unique opportunity exists to lead a community police service that offers innovative policing initiatives to serve and protect its citizens. The Oak Bay Police Board seeks to appoint an outstanding police professional with a proven reputation of success within law enforcement to the role of Chief Constable of the Oak Bay Police Department. Detailed information Continue Reading
It doesn’t take much alcohol to impair your driving – just because you’ve only had a couple of drinks doesn’t mean you’re okay to drive. If your New Years Eve activities involve alcohol, make a plan before you head out. Arrange for a designated driver, call a taxi, take transit or call a sober friend. Continue Reading
On December 23rd at 2:23 PM, police responded to a two vehicle collision at the intersection of Hampshire Road and McNeill Avenue. A vehicle southbound on Hampshire Road failed to stop for the stop sign at McNeill Avenue, colliding with an eastbound vehicle. The 47 year old female driver of the eastbound vehicle had to be Continue Reading
Chief Constable Mark Fisher will be leaving the District of Oak Bay to take up the post as the Detachment Commander for the Nanaimo RCMP. The District wishes Chief Fisher all the best in his new role. With Chief Fisher’s impending departure, the Oak Bay Police Board will be seeking a new Chief Constable, with Continue Reading
If your holiday plans include travel, you will want to take steps to protect your home and its belongings while you are away. Be sure to: • have a friend or neighbour visit your home often to check on things • invest in a timer for your lights • cancel your newspaper and arrange for Continue Reading
Firearms Acquisition Licences Expire: The Oak Bay Police Department recently received notification from the Canadian Firearms Registry that two residents who reside in Oak Bay have allowed their Firearms Acquisition Licences (FAC) to expire. The residents will be required to either renew their licences or turn over their restricted firearms for disposal. Residents who possess Continue Reading
Over this past week, Oak Bay Police responded to 98 calls for service. Of those 98 service calls, there was one reported theft, one mischief to a vehicle, and one possession of a narcotic investigation. The theft complaint originated from a student at the Canadian College for Performing Arts on Elgin Rd. It appears someone Continue Reading
The Oak Bay Police Department has received several complaints recently from school crossing guards regarding drivers not obeying their signals. Drivers are reminded to be extra conscientious when driving through school zones and to obey all directions from adult and student crossing guards equally. Perhaps consider avoiding school zones completely if possible in your morning Continue Reading
On November 30th at approximately 2 pm a lone male suspect entered the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce located at 2224 Oak Bay Avenue demanding cash from the bank tellers. The suspect, who produced a firearm, was provided with an undisclosed amount of cash by the tellers. The suspect then fled the area on foot. Continue Reading