Westshore RCMP

West Shore RCMP Crime Reduction Unit officers arrested 27 people for alleged shoplifting over six weeks. (Courtesy of the West Shore RCMP)

West Shore RCMP arrest 27 for alleged shoplifting over 6-week period

In 2023, West Shore RCMP also found a 29% increase in shoplifting from the previous year

 

(Black Press Media file photo)

Firearms reported in 2 weekend West Shore home invasions: RCMP

Police uncertain of links in Langford, Songhees home invasions, allegedly with weapons

 

A driver is facing $1,200 after crashing into a tractor-trailer. (Courtesy of the West Shore RCMP)

Driver arrested in Colwood after crashing into semi-truck, fleeing scene

Injured passenger was left behind

 

The West Shore RCMP have arrested a man for 15 counts of indecent exposure. (Vladvictoria/Pixabay.com)

Suspect arrested on 15 counts of indecent exposure on West Shore trails

The arrest was made on Nov. 8. on the Langford area

The West Shore RCMP have arrested a man for 15 counts of indecent exposure. (Vladvictoria/Pixabay.com)
The West Shore RCMP seized drugs, weapons and cash on Oct. 15 after a driver drifted across lanes, according to RCMP. (Photo supplied/West Shore RCMP)

West Shore RCMP seize fentanyl disguised as oxycontin in mega-investigation

More than $8,000 in cash was seized

The West Shore RCMP seized drugs, weapons and cash on Oct. 15 after a driver drifted across lanes, according to RCMP. (Photo supplied/West Shore RCMP)
West Shore RCMP has seen a spike in the number of calls about the unhoused population at Danbrook Park in Langford. (Tanara Oliveira/News Staff)

‘We are treated like trash’: Langford unhoused speak out as numbers rise

Residents and unhoused want action from all levels of government

  • Sep 20, 2023
West Shore RCMP has seen a spike in the number of calls about the unhoused population at Danbrook Park in Langford. (Tanara Oliveira/News Staff)
Sheldon Gulbrandsen is described as 5’11”, with a slim build and light brown hair. (Courtesy VicPD)

Man wanted on warrants in 3 Greater Victoria jurisdictions

Sheldon Gulbrandsen failed to attend court for each case

Sheldon Gulbrandsen is described as 5’11”, with a slim build and light brown hair. (Courtesy VicPD)
West Shore RCMP officers were called to rescue an injured beaver in Langford Tuesday (Sept. 5) after it was spotted on the road and not moving out of the way of traffic. (Courtesy of West Shore RCMP)

Langford Mounties rescue injured beaver from busy road in Canadian crossover

The beaver appeared unable to move out of the way of vehicles

West Shore RCMP officers were called to rescue an injured beaver in Langford Tuesday (Sept. 5) after it was spotted on the road and not moving out of the way of traffic. (Courtesy of West Shore RCMP)
A raccoon was released after getting into an altercation with a Langford family. (Black Press Media stock image)

VIDEO: Langford critter causes panic; screams prompt call to police

Officers help after raccoon fights dog, residents, then finds itself locked in a bathroom

A raccoon was released after getting into an altercation with a Langford family. (Black Press Media stock image)
(Left to right) West Shore RCMP media relations officer Cpl. Nancy Saggar with hikers Gabe Kingston and Kyle Hadley. (Courtesy of the West Shore RCMP)

Teenage hikers find and save girl crying for help in Vancouver Island woods

The teens received a certificate of appreciation from the West Shore RCMP

(Left to right) West Shore RCMP media relations officer Cpl. Nancy Saggar with hikers Gabe Kingston and Kyle Hadley. (Courtesy of the West Shore RCMP)
Cpl. Dave Vunic (left) back in 2018 when the West Shore RCMP’s bike patrol unit was established. (Black Press Media file)

Vancouver Island RCMP officer wins world cycling gold

Westshore’s Sgt. David Vunic won gold at the 2023 World Police & Fire Games in Winnipeg

Cpl. Dave Vunic (left) back in 2018 when the West Shore RCMP’s bike patrol unit was established. (Black Press Media file)
A traffic stop in View Royal led West Shore RCMP officers to suspected drugs, more than $2,000 and weapons. (Courtesy West Shore RCMP)

West Shore police stop wrong man, find backpack full of suspected drugs

Officers seize suspected drugs, cash and weapons during View Royal traffic stop

A traffic stop in View Royal led West Shore RCMP officers to suspected drugs, more than $2,000 and weapons. (Courtesy West Shore RCMP)
Multiple reports of a normal-seeming family of jewellery fraudsters has been reported by the West Shore RCMP to have been active on Sunday (July 2). (Black Press Media file photo)

Greater Victoria jewellery fraudsters using kids to lure victims, say police

The reported family scammers most often engage with victims in parking lots and gas stations

Multiple reports of a normal-seeming family of jewellery fraudsters has been reported by the West Shore RCMP to have been active on Sunday (July 2). (Black Press Media file photo)
Const. Cole Brewer with the West Shore RCMP’s Indigenous Policing Unit teaches students at Ecole John Stubbs Memorial School about Indigenous culture and traditions Friday, June 16. (Justin Samanski-Langille/News Staff)

‘Making a difference’: West Shore RCMP Indigenous Policing Unit sees results

Const. Cole Brewer says role is among most satisfying he’s had

Const. Cole Brewer with the West Shore RCMP’s Indigenous Policing Unit teaches students at Ecole John Stubbs Memorial School about Indigenous culture and traditions Friday, June 16. (Justin Samanski-Langille/News Staff)
West Shore RCMP. (Black Press Media file photo)

West Shore RCMP says missing man found dead

Police do not suspect criminality was involved

West Shore RCMP. (Black Press Media file photo)
West Shore RCMP say a teen reported missing has been located and is safe. (Black Press Media file photo)

UPDATE: Police locate West Shore teen, say he is safe

Last seen on June 6, teen reported safe by West Shore RCMP June 8

West Shore RCMP say a teen reported missing has been located and is safe. (Black Press Media file photo)
A crash on the Trans-Canada Highway near Finlayson Arm Road has the highway down to single-lane alternating traffic. (DriveBC traffic camera)

UPDATE: Malahat traffic flowing freely after 2-vehicle crash cleared

Police thanked motorists for their patience as crews worked scene

A crash on the Trans-Canada Highway near Finlayson Arm Road has the highway down to single-lane alternating traffic. (DriveBC traffic camera)
Police blocked Finlayson Arm Road in Highlands on May 25 around 2 p.m. for a police incident. (Justin Samanski-Langille/News Staff)

UPDATE: RCMP arrests Highlands break-and-enter suspect

West Shore RCMP say a firearm was recovered inside the residence

Police blocked Finlayson Arm Road in Highlands on May 25 around 2 p.m. for a police incident. (Justin Samanski-Langille/News Staff)
The West Shore RCMP is asking the public to help locating missing man Brady King, 50, who was reported missing on May 17. (Courtesy of West Shore RCMP)

MISSING: West Shore RCMP seeks help locating Brady King

King was reported missing on May 17, police are concerned for his health

The West Shore RCMP is asking the public to help locating missing man Brady King, 50, who was reported missing on May 17. (Courtesy of West Shore RCMP)
The West Shore RCMP is seeking help from the public in locating wanted man Curtis Gilfillan, 42. He is wanted for a number of property and weapon crimes. (Courtesy of West Shore RCMP)

West Shore RCMP seeks man wanted for property, weapons crimes

Curtis Gilfillan is known to travel between Victoria and Nanaimo often

The West Shore RCMP is seeking help from the public in locating wanted man Curtis Gilfillan, 42. He is wanted for a number of property and weapon crimes. (Courtesy of West Shore RCMP)