The Oak Bay Police Department responded to 68 calls for service this week.

On November 28, 2022, a report was made by a vehicle owner, from the 2000 block of McNeill Ave, that the catalytic converter was stolen from his SUV sometime overnight while it was parked in front of his driveway. Unfortunately, there are no leads to identify a suspect. (OBPD file 2022-3673)

On November 30, 2022, at 3:59am the OBPD received a commercial alarm to an optical business in the 2000 block of Cadboro Bay Rd. When members attended the business, they found a smashed-out window. The RCMP Police Dog Service attended the scene and conducted a track however no one was located.  The Saanich Police Department Forensic Identification Section attended and conducted an examination of the scene. Approximately 40 pair of eyewear frames were stolen. The estimated value of the theft is believed to be over $8,000. This investigation is ongoing. (OBPD file 2022-3684)

On November 30, 2022, the OBPD School Liaison officer and other OBPD members attended Oak Bay High after threatening messages were discovered located on female bathroom stall doors in the school. Out of an abundance of caution students and staff were dismissed from school for the afternoon and remainder of the day. This matter is still under investigation. (OBPD file 2022-3686)

On December 3, 2022, an OBPD member was conducting speed enforcement on Beach Drive near Newport Ave. A driver was caught driving 100 km/hr in a 40 km/hr zone. The 38-year-old male driver was issued a violation ticket for excessive speed which comes with a fine of $368.00 and his vehicle was impounded for seven days.

This past week two Oak Bay members attended the Monterey Center for a “Coffee with a Cop” session. Community members attended and conversed with the police officers.

The Oak Bay Police Department had the privilege in assisting with the IEOA Truck Light Convoy and Food Drive that took place this past Saturday night. The amazing display of lit up trucks departed from the Breakwater District, went through Victoria, Oak Bay, Saanich and all the way up to Langford. It was great seeing so many people out there enjoying themselves. Thank you to the OBPD Reserve Constables who came out to help.

The Oak Bay Police Department reminds people to be extra vigilant with packages being delivered to their homes, especially this time of year when so many packages are being delivered. Here are a few tips regarding having packages safely delivered to you.

• Arrange for someone to pick up the package if you are going to be away.
• Have the package delivered to your work.
• Install a security camera on your front porch.
• Establish a delivery spot that is obscured by other objects or landscaping.
• Require a signature upon delivery.

If you have information regarding these or any crime, phone Oak Bay Police at 250-592-2424 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.