News and event information for Williams Lake, BC - as it happens.

January 16

Fight At High School

Williams Lake RCMP was advised that a young male had come to the hospital after being in a fight at a local High School. Police spoke with the youth who advised that he had consented to the fight with another male. As both parties wanted to fight, no charges are being sought. The school has taken the appropriate action against both parties for fighting during school hours.

Graffiti

RCMP received a report of graffiti at a local school.Culprits spray painted anti-religious and sexual comments on the building and school grounds. A suspect surfaced in the investigation and admitted to his involvement when questioned by the police. Follow up with the student will be handled by the school staff.

January 17

Break And Enter

A female called the RCMP to report a break and enter to a residence on Hodgson Road. The residence was broken into overnight and two televisions were stolen, a 40" Toshiba flat screen and a 51" Samsung flat screen. No suspects have surfaced yet and the investigation is still ongoing.

Motor Vehicle Incident Involving A Police Vehicle

A multi vehicle accident involving a police vehicle occurred at the intersection of Highway 20 and Mackenzie Avenue. There were no injuries reported and this matter is still under investigation.

January 18

Breach

At 2:00am a male was located walking on Moon Ave with another male. One of the males was out past his court imposed curfew and had been drinking. The male was arrested on the breach and held in custody to appear before a judge in the morning.

Disturbance

Just before 9:00pm, a female reported that a male was causing a disturbance at her residence. Officers attended the scene and observed both individuals outside the residence. Officers determined that the conflict was over a set of vehicle keys. No offence was committed, the file was concluded.

January 19

Theft Of Vehicle

RCMP were called regarding a stolen 1994 burgundy Chev pick-up from 2nd Avenue North. Vehicle has a small lift kit, and amber visor lights on the front of roof. This matter is still under investigation.

Breach

A female reported people screaming outside near her residence. Officers patrolled the area and located a male banging at a residence located on Mackenzie North. The subject appeared intoxicated and was arrested for causing a disturbance. The investigation revealed the male was breaching an Undertaking given to a justice by having consumed liquor, having possession of controlled substance and having possession of a weapon. The male was lodged in cells and to appear before a judge on January 20th 2012.

January 20

Mischief

Sometime between 3:00am and 6:00am someone used a shovel to smash an office window at a local tow company. No access was gained, nothing taken. No witnesses or suspects have surfaced at this time.

Missing Person File - Auger

RCMP have heard reports that this youth was seen in and around town over the past few days but no one has contacted the police to confirm they have actually seen him or been in contact with him. Police are requesting the public to call the office if they have seen this youth to ensure he is safe and sound.

Liquor Inspections

The Liquor Inspector was in Williams Lake to conduct routine checks of local drinking establishments. No major contraventions were reported.

Reoffend After Release

A male was released from RCMP custody and about 11 minutes later was caught shoplifting Listerine at a local food store. The male was released on an undertaking with conditions to not attend this business. Charges have been requested.

January 21

RCMP received a report of a male trying to start fights at a local drinking establishment. Officers attended and arrested on male . During the arrest another male got involved and was arrested for the obstruction. Both males were lodged in cells and released when sober.

Possible Impaired Driver

RCMP received a call of a possible Impaired driver. Officer located the male who was issued a roadside screening device. The breath sample resulted in a warn, a suspension was issues along with a no drivers licence ticket.

Airplane Crash

The Williams Lake Fire Centre reported that a private plane had crashed near Mt. Tom (within Big Creek Park) The plane was conducting animal surveys in the area. The plane had four occupants with one of the occupants sustaining a back injury. All other occupants sustained minor injuries. The cause of the crash appears to be from a severe downdraft. The plane was traveling at 500 feet and had no time to correct.

Domestic Assault

RCMP received a report of a spousal assault. Officers attend and determined there was pushing and shoving between a male and a female and that the female had punched the male in the face. The female was issued an undertaking to appear in court at a later date.

Assault

RCMP were called to an assault involving 2 males. One male sustained lacerations to his hand and cuts to his face. He was treated at CMH then released. Attempts to locate the other male have been negative but the investigation continues.

January 22

Impaired Driving

A male was found roadside in his 2003 White Ford F-350 pickup with flat tire. The male was grossly intoxicated and refused to provide a breath samples. The male was lodged in cells. During the arrest two firearms were located in the vehicle, the vehicle was impounded.

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