Found Property
• On Feb. 28, two children’s bikes that had been found in some bushes on School Road, Gibsons, were turned in. One is an orange and grey bike, while the other is black and blue. Owner(s) may claim within 90 days with detailed description, reference file 2017-1124.
• On March 5, a “Skyway”-brand suitcase was found on Pebble Crescent near Ocean Avenue, Sechelt. The tag had an out-of-province name and address, but police were unable to locate the owner. Owner may claim within 90 days, with detailed description. Please reference file 17-1234.
• On March 6, an older pink women’s bike was found in the 5700 block of Dolphin Street. Owner may claim within 90 days with detailed description, reference file 17-1256.
Scams
• On March 3, a Coast resident reported being scammed after receiving a communication on his computer from someone fraudulently purporting to be from Microsoft. The resident was advised that a computer virus had locked the resident’s files and that Microsoft could help release the files for a small fee. The resident gave the caller his credit card information and the computer was unlocked remotely. The resident later received another call from someone again pretending to be from Microsoft, advising that the resident actually had a warranty and therefore was entitled to a refund for the fees he paid earlier. The caller then asked for the resident’s banking information in order to process the refund. The resident grew suspicious and did not provide any further financial information. Police advised the resident to cancel any credit cards used to pay for this scam, and to advise his bank to flag his account for any suspicious activity. To learn about this and other popular scams, please visit sites such as the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca or the Better Business Bureau at www.bbb.org.
• Sunshine Coast RCMP continue to receive reports of a variety of overpayment scams. If any person or company tells you that they have mistakenly overpaid you, whether it be by cheque, online banking, or any means, do not return any funds or provide them with any personal information until you have confirmed that they are not a scammer. If in doubt, contact your financial institution or Sunshine Coast RCMP for more information.
Traffic Incidents
• On Feb. 28, police attended a two-vehicle incident on Highway 101 near Hill Road, Sechelt, after the first vehicle, which was stopped to make a left turn onto Hill Road, was rear-ended by a second vehicle. No life-threatening injuries were reported, but the second vehicle driver was taken to hospital for assessment and the second vehicle had to be towed from the scene. The second vehicle driver was issued a Violation Ticket for Speed Relative to Conditions and the matter has been referred to ICBC.
• On March 4, police attended a multiple vehicle accident on Highway 101 near Mason Road, Sechelt, after the first vehicle stopped to make a left turn onto Mason Road and was rear-ended by the second vehicle. The driver of the first vehicle sustained minor injuries and the second driver was taken to hospital for assessment. While awaiting a tow truck to remove the two vehicles, the second vehicle, which was parked on Mason Road, popped out of gear, rolled backwards, and collided with two other parked vehicles. Fortunately, the two parked vehicles did not sustain significant damage. The matter has been referred to ICBC.
• On March 6, a dangerous driver was reported at the intersection of Gibsons Way and North Road, Gibsons, after a southbound driver waiting at a red light on North Road witnessed the suspect vehicle pass on the right, go through the red light, drive over a traffic island, and continue down School Road, at high speed. The suspect vehicle, which narrowly missed hitting a pedestrian and an eastbound vehicle, was located nearby with a flat tire. The driver advised that he’d lost control due to a steering issue and wanted to get to a location where the vehicle could be looked at. The driver was issued a Notice and Order for a full vehicle inspection and a Violation Ticket for Driving without Consideration for driving an unsafe vehicle.
Thefts
• On March 3, an attempted theft from vehicle was reported in the 5700 block of Kwatamus Avenue, Sechelt, after the owner noticed his vehicle light on early in the morning. When the owner went outside to check on his vehicle, he observed an unknown male in a dark hoodie jump out of the vehicle and run down the street. Nothing appears to have been stolen and no damage was reported.
• Overnight on March 6, thieves stole copper gutters off buildings in the 5500 block of Wharf Avenue, Sechelt. Police are asking anyone with information to contact Sunshine Coast RCMP or Crimestoppers (1-800-222-TIPS).
Mischief
• During the night of March 1, an owner of a boat moored in Gibsons reported that he located a male sleeping on his boat. The owner told the male to leave, which he did without incident. Anyone having similar issues with a male entering boats in Gibsons is asked to notify Sunshine Coast RCMP.
