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<description><![CDATA[The Original Williams Lake Homepage brings you up to date local RCMP Reports as they get released.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Thursday November 2, 2006 at approximately 06:00 hours, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of a theft from a vehicle that was parked at the Fraser Inn. Items taken<BR>from the vehicle included three hunting firearms. The theft happened sometime during the night after<BR>2130 hours. At this time there are no witnesses or suspects.</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Motor Vehicle Accident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On October 30th, 2006 at approximately 4pm, Williams Lake RCMP responded to a 2 vehicle Motor Vehicle Accident on Hwy 97 North near Soda Creek involving a passenger vehicle and tractor trailer. A large quantity of fuel was leaking from the tractor trailer unit from damage caused by the collision in which a hazardous materials team attended and cleaned up the spill. The driver of the passenger vehicle sustained injuries and was taken to Cariboo Memorial Hospital for non life threatening injuries. The collision was caused by the passenger vehicle failing to keep right and the driver was ently charged under the Motor Vehicle Act.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break Enter and Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-10-29, at approximately 1200 hours, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a Break Enter and Theft at The Red Dog Roadhouse Pub on Denny Road. Sometime on Sunday October 29th between 0200am, and 1145am, The Pub had been entered, and a large amount of money stolen.</P>
<P>Please contact the Williams Lake RCMP, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 if you have any information regarding this break enter and theft.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[break and enters]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are investigating a series of break and enters to several cottages in the Kiethley Creek area north of Likely. The break in's occurred sometime over the past two weeks. Forced entry was gained into the cottages and numerous items such as power tools, food products and an ATV were stolen. Police investigation is continuing,</P>
<P>Any persons that may have knowledge in these thefts are asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Vandalism]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Sometime overnight on 2006-10-26, the Green Acres Laundromat, on the 300 block of Mackenzie Avenue North was broken into. The culprits entered the building through the front door and riffled through some internal offices.</P>
<P>Please contact the Williams Lake RCMP, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 if you have any information regarding this or any other crime.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Automobile accident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-10-20, at approximately 12:63 pm, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a rear end injury motor vehicle collision on Highway 97 south, just North of Knife Creek Rd- A northbound red 2002 Toyota Corolla car had failed to slow down in a construction zone, and failed to notice vehicles stopped by a flag person. The Toyota Corolla rear ended a stopped 2002 Chevrolet dually pickup, pushing it 15 meters forward. The driver of the Toyota Corolla was trapped in her vehicle, and had to be extricated by Highway Rescue, and both drivers were transported to Cariboo Memorial Hospital by the B.C. Ambulance Service. The Toyota Corolla was demolished, and the Chevrolet pickup received rear bumper and minor frame damage.</P>
<P>Highway 97 South was closed for approximately 2 hours-</P>
<P>The driver of the Toyota Corolla sustained significant injuries requiring hospitalization, and the driver of the Chevrolet pickup sustained minor injuries.</P>
<P>The driver of the Toyota Corolla received a violation ticket for Drive Without Due Care, and Failing to Wear Seatbelt.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP would like to remind motorists to be aware of construction zones, obey flag persons, and to adjust their driving habits and speed accordingly.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter and Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-10-20 Williams Lake RCMP received a report of a Break and Enter and Theft from a shed in the 3000 block of Maple street. Complainant advised that subjects had broken into the shed sometime in the early morning and taken various older model power saws ranging from 60 years to 15 years old- Complainant also advises various other tools such as large Torque wrench, chain hoist, westward socket set, and micro torch kit,</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[armed robbery]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Williams Lake File # 2006-12813</P>
<P>At 9:55 pm on October 19, 2006 Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of an armed robbery at the 7-11 in Williams Lake, Two males threatened the clerk, produced a weapon, and demanded money from the till. The suspects made off with a small amount of cash. Police are continuing to investigate.<BR><BR>Williams Lake File # 2006- 12819</P>
<P>At 12:18 a.m. on October 20th Friday morning, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of an armed robbery at Denny's Restaurant in Williams Lake. Two males entered the restaurant, while one produced a weapon the other grabbed the cash register and then both fled on foot. No employees were injured. The suspects did not get any funds as the cash register was empty at the time. The cash register was recovered a short time later by the police service dog. Both males were described as being native, in their early twenties or late teens, slight build.</P>
<P>It is not known if the two robberies are related however they are similar in nature and in close proximity to one another.</P>
<P>The police are asking that If you have any information regarding these crimes to please contact Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[break, enter and theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Wednesday, October 18, 2006, Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of a break, enter and theft at Cariboo Bowling Lanes, located at 204 1" Avenue North. Sometime overnight, the side door to the business was pried open and an undisclosed amount of cash and pull tabs were taken.</P>
<P>Police are asking for the public's help in solving this case. Anyone with information regarding this crime are asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On October 16th, 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP received a report of a Break and Enter in the Desniqi Service Society on 240B N Mackenzie Ave. Sometime between Saturday October 14 th , 2006 and Monday October 16th 2006, suspects gained entry through the back window of the premises and were successful in removing a Pro-view flat screen TV, a Toshiba VHS\DVD player, and an Acer laptop computer</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[attempted break and enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On October 15, 2006 at 09:33 hrs Williams Lake RCMP responded to a complaint of an attempted break and enter to the Comer Station Beer &amp; Wine Store in Williams Lake, B.C. Overnight an unknown suspect had used a gun in an attempt to shoot the lock on the door of the business. The suspect did not gain entry to the business.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[break / enter and theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On October 15, 2006 at 07:39 hrs Williams Lake RCMP responded to a complaint of a break / enter and theft at the interior Health building located at 487 Borland St. In Williams Lake, B.C. Sometime overnight culprits had broken into the building and stolen several items. In the process the culprits caused a Substantial amount of damage to the building.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break, Enter and the]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Monday September 16, 2006 at approximately 03:40 hours, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of&nbsp;a Break, Enter and theft from the Comer Station Pub. The suspect gained entry through a broken window at the front of the business and a small amount of change was taken.</P>
<P>The police are&nbsp; asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers,<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break & Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Saturday October 14, 2006 sometime overnight, the Mental Health building on Borland Street was broken into. The suspects gained entry by smashing the glass window and computer equipment was stolen,</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20061021114456]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On October 12th, 2006 at 06:50 hours (approximately), the Williams Lake Detachment attended to a report of a Break and Enter at Cariboo Chiropractic on 7th Avenue North.<BR>Culprits broke glass to gain entry to the premises and, once inside, made off with several items.<BR>&nbsp;Police are asking that anyone, with any information, please contact the Williams Lake Detachment or<BR>Crime Stoppers at: 1-800-222-8477</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[accident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On October 10th,2006 the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of a Motor Vehicle Accident on Bond Lake road. The vehicle had swerved to avoid two oncoming motorcycles. The vehicle then lost control and rolled over in the ditch. The lone female driver was taken to CMH with minor injuries and later released.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are requested the public's assistance with any information about this incident and are asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Williams Lake Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Mischief]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Williams Lake RCMP are requesting the public's assistance in the following matter:</P>
<P>Sometime between 4 pm on Friday October 6th, 2006 and 7:00 am on Tuesday October 10th, the secure vehicle compound at Tolko Industries' 2nd avenue location was broken into. Access was gained to the compound by cutting a section of fencing along 2nd avenue. No vehicles were stolen, however, a large amount of damage was done to one vehicle in the yard.</P>
<P>Anyone with information regarding this matter is asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-10-08, at approximately 09:34 am, the Williams Lake RCMP received a report of several sheds that had been broken in-to, in and around the Green Acres mobile home park on Mackenzie Avenue North. It appears the culprit(s) may used bolt cutters go gain access to the sheds. The culprit(s) managed to get away with a Huskvarna and a Stihl chainsaw, after attempting to take two atvs.</P>
<P>Please contact the Williams Lake RCMP, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 if you have any in-formation regarding this or any other crime.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On October 8th 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of a Break and Enter to a shed in the 2000 block of 2nd Avenue North</P>
<P>The padlock had been cut off of the shed door in the early morning hours and a Honda generator, a Yamaha generator and a small Mrcullough chain saw were stolen. The stolen items are believed to have been carried away in a green plastic wheelbarrow also stolen from outside of the shed.</P>
<P>The RCMP are asking for the public's assistance and ask that anyone with information regarding this crime to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or the Williams Lake Crimestoppers .</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[located a marihuana grow operation]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On October 3rd 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP Crime Target Team located a marihuana grow operation on Crown Land off of Horsefly Road east of Bells Lake Road. RCMP members destroyed approximately 1200 marihuana plants worth an approximate street value of over one million dollars. RCMP are continuing to investigate.<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[firearm had been discharged on a school bus]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>The morning of June 5th, 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP received a call that a firearm had been discharged on a school bus near the Williams Lake Secondary School. Three males from that school had been identified as having been involved In the incident. A hole and spent round from a 40 calibre Glock handgun were located in the floor of the bus. Police have since completed their investigation into the matter and, in conjunction with the School Board, have dealt with those responsible.</P>
<P>One male youth pled guilty to possession of a dangerous weapon and was sentenced to 12 months probation, 25 hours of community service and a three year firearm prohibition. It should also be noted that the investigation revealed the firearm was securely stored and registered as per the Criminal Code of Canada.</P>
<P>One adult male was dealt with through the restorative justice program.</P>
<P>The investigation also revealed that numerous students were aware of or had seen the handgun as much as three weeks before the incident. but at no point was it reported to the school or the police.</P>
<P>The RCMP would like to remind the public that any illegal firearm possession that is confirmed or suspected should be reported to police immediately, especially in relation to the schools.<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[AUXILIARY CONSTABLE PROGRAM]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Williams Lake RCMP Detachment is looking for qualified individuals to participate in the RCMP Auxiliary Constable Program.</P>
<P>The program consists of volunteer Auxiliary Constables who provide community support to the City and Rural area of Williams Lake, and complement the Regular Member strength of the Detachment.</P>
<P>Requirements;</P>
<P>Canadian citizen 19 years of age or older</P>
<P>Physically fit and in good health</P>
<P>Be able to acquire and maintain an RCMP Security Clearance</P>
<P>Possess a valid BC driver's licence</P>
<P>Must be a resident of the City or rural area of Williams Lake</P>
<P><BR>Interested candidates are required to attend an informational session to be held at the Williams Lake Search and Rescue Hall located at 1110 MacKenzie Avenue North, Williams Lake, on Wednesday October 25th at 1900 hours. Be prepared to take notes.</P>
<P><BR>This will be the only informational session scheduled, and only candidates attending this session will be considered for this Auxiliary Constable selection process.<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[counterfeit $20 dollar bill]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Williams Lake RCMP are wanting to alert the public to a known counterfeit $20 dollar bill that is circulating throughout the Williams Lake area. The Williams Lake RCMP Detachment since late August have received 9 counterfeit Canadian $20 dollar bills bearing Serial Number EVE3550906.</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance and ask that anyone with any information regarding this matter to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or the Williams Lake Crimestoppers.<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[ICBC 2006 Seatbelt Survey]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Williams Lake Detachment and Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic Services will be putting a greater emphasis on seatbelt enforcement for the month of October during the Provincial Seatbelt Enforcement Campaign. Collision data from ICBC for 2006 indicates that in one of the fatal and 13 of the injury collisions in Williams Lake seatbelts were not worn and were a contributing factor. In the North District they were a factor In 28 of the fatal and 250 injury collisions for the same time period. In the ICBC 2006 Seatbelt Survey, Williams Lake had a 97% seatbelt compliance rate which was slightly lower than Ouesnel and 100 Mile House which had a 98% seatbelt compliance rate. Hudson Hope had the lowest seatbelt compliance rate at 72% followed closely by Fort St. John at 73%.</P>
<P>The sub-target for seatbelt compliance in Canada's Road Safety Vision 2010 is a national seatbelt compliance rate of 95%. In British Columbia ICBC and the RCMP are finding the cities and municipalities are achieving this goal however the smaller outlying communities are well below the goal and as a result in 2006 there has be a marked increase in the number of fatal motor vehicle collisions in the Cariboo Chilcotin Region on Hwy #20 to the west of Williams Lake.</P>
<P>The police are finding the motorists that are not wearing their seatbelts are frequently high risk drivers with poor driving records and a history of being involved in motor vehicle collisions. In addition many do not have a drivers, license or are prohibited from driving by the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles, They are all too often under the influence of either alcohol or drug. Data Indicates that 9 out of 10 impaired drivers do not wear their seatbelt. For these reasons the police will continue to target those motorists not wearing their seatbelt. There is "Zero Tolerance for those motorists who fail to buckle up and they can expect a $138 fine. Seatbelts are the "Number I" way to save lives and to reduce death and injuries on, our roadways.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break, Enter & Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Thursday September 28, 2006 shortly after 5:00am, 2 Suspects, believed to be males, broke into Movie Gallery on Proctor Street. The suspects gained entry by smashing the glass window, it is unknown what was taken at this time.</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On September 26th, 2006 sometime in the early morning hours, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a Break and Enter at the Cariboo Chiropractic Center, on 7th Ave in Williams Lake. Access was gained to the building by smashing through the front door and several items where taken.</P>
<P>If you have any information regarding this file or any other crime, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP of Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Motor Vehicle Accident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On the 20th of September at 10:40 a.m. the Williams Lake RCMP as well as emergency personnel from Wildwood First Responders and Cariboo Search and Rescue attended to a two vehicle collision on Highway 97 in front of the Deep Creek Store. Both vehicles had been traveling northbound when while one was in the process of overtaking the other the lead car turned left from the highway in the path of the passing vehicle. One person was taken by Ambulance to Cariboo Memorial Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. He was released the same day. A 66 year old male of Prince George has been charged with making an unsafe pass. The other parties involved were from Surrey.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Motor vehicle accident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>At approximately 1:47&nbsp;am on the date of September 20, 2006 members of the Williams Lake RCMP and the Commercial Vehicle Safety Enforcement Branch responded to a single vehicle motor vehicle collision approximately 200 meters West of the Sheep Creek Bridge on Highway #20.</P>
<P>Initial investigation revealed that a loaded logging truck was traveling East bound on Highway #20 when the vehicle lost use of it's brakes. The driver of the vehicle attempted to utilize the runaway lane on the left side of the roadway, but was unable to keep the truck in control as it reached the top of the lane causing the vehicle to overturn.</P>
<P>The driver of the logging truck was transported to Cariboo Memorial Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.</P>
<P>Investigation with regards to a mechanical inspection of the tractor and trailer are on going at this time.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Robbery]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Tuesday morning of the 19th of September at 2:35 a.m. the Williams Lake RCMP received a report that two males had entered the Chevron on Hwy 97 armed with a knife demanding money and cigarettes. They both then fled on foot. The police set up a perimeter and with the aid of a Police Service Dog both Individuals were located and were taken into custody without incident save for one male was required to be taken to Cariboo Memorial Hospital for treatment of a dog bite, No other injuries were reported. The two males 17 yr and 25 yr old , have been charged with Robbery and have since been remanded in custody.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Road Check]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>A Multi Agency Road Check was conducted on Hwy #97 North at the brake check just north of Williams Lake on the 2006-09-19 for 8 hours by a number of enforcement agency which included Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic Services, North Cariboo Traffic Services, Commercial Vehicle Inspectors, Conservation Officer Service, and the BC Forest Service. It is estimated that a total of over 2500 vehicles were checked over the 8 hours. There were 55 Prov iicial Traffic charges laid and 47 Notice &amp; Orders issued. There were three private vehicles towed and one commercial vehicle put out of service. There were 3 additional charges laid under other provincial statutes and one Dangerous Goods charge. There were 15 game checks conducted with no violation tickets being issued, All of the officers reported that the attitude of the motorists were excellent and they were very supportive of the enforcement. This was the second day of enforcement with a road check being held at McAllister the day before. There is an additional road check planned for Lac La Hache on the 20th.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-09-16, at approximately 2229 hours the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a Break and Enter at Schickworks Stitches and Signs an Mackenzie Ave S. The front door window had been smashed, and the store had been entered. A rack of hockey style shorts, and sweatshirts had been taken</P>
<P>Please contact the Williams Lake RCMP, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 if you have any information regarding this break enter and theft.<BR></P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060919082812]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Armed robbery]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On September 13, 2006 at approximately 9:30pm Williams Lake RCMP responded to an armed robbery at the Petro-Canada located at 750 Oliver Street. A Caucasian male and female, both in their late teens, and both dressed all in black, entered the store together. The female reportedly watched the front door while the male brandished a weapon and demanded the money from the till.</P>
<P>Should you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060919082624]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-09-13 at 04:31 hours the Williams lake RCMP responded to a Break and Enter at the <BR>Dog N Suds restaurant located at 1172 Broadway Ave South. The suspect(s) used a rock to break the rear window of the restaurant and then removed a satellite radio receiver from the window ledge.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are asking for the publics assistance in solving this crime. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP or crime Stoppers.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[All Terrain Vehicle accident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On September 10th 2006 at approximately 10:30 am, the Williams&nbsp; Lake RCMP were called out to an All Terrain Vehicle accident that occurred in the hills behind Chief William Gas Bar.</P>
<P>The ambulance and the police arrived on the scene approximately&nbsp; 15 minutes later to find a 68 year old&nbsp;&nbsp; person laying in a ditch unconscious. The person was attempting to climb a hill with his ATV when he lost control and tumbled down into the ditch below.</P>
<P>The person, who will not be identified till next of kin have been notified, succumbed to his injuries at Cariboo Memorial Hospital.<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Mischief to a vehicle]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Saturday September 9, 2006, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of Mischief to a vehicle at 800 2nd Ave North. A white 2003 Ford Pick-up had&nbsp;a passenger side window smashed sometime between 12:30 am and 7:00 am . The suspect(s) used a large rock to smash the window. Nothing was taken from the vehicle. The vehicle was parked on 2nd Ave North. Currently there are no suspects.</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers,</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[shooting]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>At 02:010 hours on September 10, 2006, Williams Lake RCMP responded to a complaint of a shooting in the parking lot of the Overlander Pub.</P>
<P>Upon arrival at the scene it was learned that a lone male had fired one shot from a handgun. An occupant of a vehicle in the parking lot was struck in the arm with the round and was taken to Cariboo Memorial Hospital for treatment. The suspect fled from the scene and has not been apprehended.</P>
<P>Police are continuing to investigate this matter and are asking that any witnesses to the incident contact the Williams Lake Detachment of the RCMP or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060912093153]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>At approximately 0532 hrs on September 9, 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP Detachment General Duty Investigators responded to a Break and Enter at the Overlander Bar and Grill. The culprits gained entrance from a side window. Entrance was gained into a locked office and the culprits made off with an undisclosed amount of money.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Meihuana seizure]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On September 7th, 2006 the Williams lake RCMP and the Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspectors were conducting a routine road check In the Williams Lake area.</P>
<P>During the road check a vehicle was stopped for a motor vehicle infraction. The driver was detained for a Criminal Code offence.</P>
<P>During the course of the investigation the vehicle was searched and a large amount of marihuana was located inside. The estimated street value on the marihuana seizure is over $75,000.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060912092928]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Robery]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Saturday September 9th shortly after 9:00pm a younger native male entered the Slumber Lodge and brandished a weapon. The suspect demanded money from the clerk though fled the scene shortly after. The suspect is described as a shorter young male wearing a red hoodie.</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in this file. If you have any information, please call the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime stoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060912092820]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Vehicle Mischief at LakeCity Auto Care Mail]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On September 8, 2006 at approximately 0420 hrs, a suspected male smashed windows of three vehicles at Lakecity AutoCare Mail, located on Oliver Street in Williams Lake, BC.</P>
<P>The male is described as being about 5 foot 10 inches tall, wearing a dark bulky suit with a hood on. The male traveled north on 7th Avenue.</P>
<P>If you have any Information regarding this incident, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060912092632]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[fire on Farwell Canyon Bridge]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On September 3, 2006, at approximately 9:45 p.m., the Williams Lake RCMP and B.C. Ambulance Service responded to a report of a fire on Farwell Canyon Bridge. Upon arrival at the scene, the bridge was entirely engulfed in flames and eventually collapsed into the river.</P>
<P>Two people were taken to Cariboo Memorial Hospital for their injuries. Police are continuing to investigate this incident.</P>
<P>If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[outdoor marijuana grow]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On September 2, 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP dismantled three separate outdoor marijuana grow operations. They were All within approximately one kilometer of each near the community of Likely, BC. In total police removed and destroyed more than 1500 plants with a potential street value of $1,500,000.00.</P>
<P>The public is asked to contact their local detachment if they have any information regarding this grow operation or any other.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[armed robbery]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>At 04:56 hours, the Williams Lake RCMP attended the 7-11 Store located at 320 Proctor Street in Williams Lake for a report of an armed robbery.</P>
<P>A lone male had entered the store with a knife and demanded money from the store clerk. The suspect fled the scene with an unknown amount of money. The male is described as a Native Male in his early 20's, 5'5" tall, with a thin build.</P>
<P>No one was hurt in the incident and police are continuing to investigate. If anyone has any information they are being asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP at 392-6211 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter and Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-08-27, Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of a Break and Enter and Theft to a business located in the 500 block of Hodgson roads. Complainant advised that sometime during the night Subjects had broken into the shop and stolen several tools from the shop. List of items stolen from the shop are as follow: HILTI TE905 electric concrete breaker, HILTI CF-DS1, HILTI DX450, Stihl Cutoff Saw, Bostich A2766 Air Nailer, Dewalt Air nailer.</P>
<P>If you have any information in regards to this occurrence please contact Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers at (250)392-6211.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Speed in a School Zone]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>The Williams Lake RCMP and Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic Services are reminding the motoring public that with the start up of school on Tuesday Sept 5th school zones are in effect and the RCMP will be strictly Enforcing these speed zones. School zones are in effect from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Pursuant to Section 147(l) Motor Vehicle Act the fines for Speed in a School Zone are $196 if under 20 km/hr over the speed limit and $253 if over 20km/hr. There are also three demerit points with this offence.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[female was Sexually Assaulted]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Friday August 25", 2006, the Williams Lake RCMP were notified that a lone female was Sexually Assaulted by two native males in their early 20's. The assault happened between 7:00 and 7:30 pm in the tunnel underneath HWY. 97 by 12 th Ave North.</P>
<P>Police are looking for the following suspects. The first native male was described as being approximately 6 feet tall wearing a black and white track suit with a ball cap. This male had a mustache and a noticeable overbite.</P>
<P>The second native male is described as a bit shorter, wearing a white shirt and red shoes. He was wearing&nbsp; a ball cap backwards and a heavy silver chain around his neck. The suspects may have come from Broadway Ave and fled in the direction of 12th ave North.</P>
<P>If you have any information regarding this crime or any other crime, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers.<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Motor vehicle Incident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>At approximately 10:00 am the&nbsp; Lake RCMP responded to a single vehicle MVI that had occured on Mackenzie Ave at the Old Soda Creek Road.</P>
<P>Upon arrival, the RCMP members found a single semi truck that had overturned while attempting to negotiate a corner in a merge lane that merged onto Mackenzie Ave. The semi truck spilled its entire load of wood chips onto Mackenzie Ave and Old Soda Creek Road at the Intersection.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake fire department was called also as there was a fuel spill from the semi trucks fuel tanks which was contained upon their arrival.</P>
<P>The driver of the semi truck was checked by ambulance attendants but the driver did not require medical attention.</P>
<P>After the initial investigation was completed, the driver of the semi truck was charged with 3 separate offenses of<BR>&nbsp;1) Fail to stop at stop sign&nbsp;($168.00 &amp; 3 demerit points)<BR>&nbsp;2) Speed relative to conditions&nbsp;($168.00 &amp; 3 demerit points)<BR>&nbsp;3) Make a false statement on pre trip ($598.00)</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[mischief.]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On July 18th, 2006 at sometime between 17:00 hours and 22:30 hours, a unit in the Treehouse Apartment Complex was the victim of mischief. The front door to the unit appeared to be kicked or pushed open. Nothing was taken in side the apartment, A witness told the RCMP that a Yamaha motorcycle was seen in the parking lot. No further description of the motorcycle was given. This motorcycle is believed to be linked to the incident.</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-08-09 The Williams Lake RCMP received a report of a stolen Honda ATV from the Drummond Lodge &amp; Motel. The ATV was located at the rear of the motel on a trailer. The suspects cut the tie down straps and removed the ATV from the trailer. The suspects also made off with two gas cans.</P>
<P>The ATV( is described as a 2002 Honda TRX300 EX2 4 wheel ATV red in colour valued at $7,000.00.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are asking for the publics assistance in solving this crime and ask if any please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[continuing the investigation]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Williams Lake, B.C.: "E" Division Major Crime under the direction of Supt. John Robin, of the Delta Police Service are continuing the investigation in the police involved shooting that occurred the evening of Sunday, August 13, 2006</P>
<P>Investigators remain on site of the incident which happened in an area 2 kilometres Northeast of Highway 97 near McLeese Lake, B,C, They expect to be an site for at least another day or two.</P>
<P>At this time police can now also confirm the identify of the deceased male. He has been positively identified as 43 year old Donald Dwayne LEWIS, Lewis was an American citizen who has recently deported from Canada on an Immigration Warrant in February 2006. He was known to police. His reasons for being in Canada and when he entered are now part of the on-going investigation.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break & Enter & Theft & arrests]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On August 14th 2006 at approximately 11:45 pm the Williams Lake RCMP responded to an alarm at Surplus Herby's located at 527 Mackenzie Avenue South, in Williams Lake. RCMP arrived on scene and found that a storage unit to Surplus Herby's was broken into. Two suspects were seen running from the scene and were apprehended following a foot pursuit by police. Three additional suspects were located and arrested shortly after with the assistance of a Williams Lake RCMP Police Services Dog. Charges of Break Enter and Theft have been approved on all five suspects who remain in RCMP custody The five accused are;</P>
<P>Jason PETERS (30 years)<BR>Ellie PRUDEN (35 years)<BR>Gwen PRUDEN (33 years)<BR>Ivan MELDRUM (53 years)<BR>Tyson STUMP (20 years)</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are continuing to Investigate.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060816101409]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Break & Enter & Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On August 14th, 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP were called out to a Break and Enter on the 800<BR>block of Levine Street. The suspects gained entry into the house sometime between August 11th,<BR>2006 to August 14 th , 2006 through the car port door. Numerous items were taken from the<BR>residence.</P>
<P>On August 15th, 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP were called out to a Break and Enter on the 700 block of Winger Rd. The suspects gained entry into the premises through the front door sometime between Friday August 11th 2006 to Tuesday August 15th 2006. The house was ransacked and numerous items were taken.</P>
<P>If you have any information on these crimes, please call the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060816101156]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Robber arrested]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On July 14th 2006 the CIBC bank located at 220 Oliver Street, Williams Lake was robbed by a lone male who produced a note to a teller demanding cash.</P>
<P>Following an investigation by the Williams Lake RCMP a suspect was identified with connections to the Calgary area, With the assistance of the Calgary Police Service, the suspect was located and the Williams Lake RCMP recommended charges of robbery against the suspect. On August 1 15th 2006 the Williams Lake Crown Counsel approved a charge of robbery against 22 year old Jason HOEKSTRA from the Calgary and Terrace areas. Jason HOEKSTRA is currently in custody in Calgary Alberta.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Man killed at Mcleese Lake]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Williams Lake, B.C.; "E" Division Major Crime under the direction of Supt. John Robin, of the Delta Police Service will conduct the investigation in the police involved shooting.</P>
<P>At approximately 8:00 pm on Sunday August 13, 2006 Williams Lake RCMP responded to a call of a suspicious male camping in an area about 2 kilometres Northeast of Highway 97 in the area of Mcleese Lake, B.C.</P>
<P>When the lone member arrived he located a male in his forties in the area. While the details of what exactly happened are currently under investigation, it appears from the initial review with the member invovled that a violent struggled ensued. Our member used the least amount of force initially, however, he was unable to bring the male under control. Fearing for his life the officer discharged his service pistol The male succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. We have tentatively identified him and are working to get a positive confirmation. As in all cases an autopsy will be performed. The member involved was taken to Williams Lake hospital and treated for a broken hand as well as injuries to his head. He has since been released from hospital, and will be off duty due to his injuries.</P>
<P>The member involved will undergo a Critical Incident Debriefing as per standard protocol and Victim Services is also assisting. Once the investigation has been completed this will determine what next steps will be taken.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[intrusion alarm]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>In the early morning hours of August 12, 2006, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to an intrusion alarm at Grassland Equipment Ltd on Broadway Avenue North in Williams Lake. It was discovered that the business was targeted for a break &amp; enter. Entry was gained and a small undisclosed sum of cash was taken from inside.</P>
<P>Any persons having information about this crime are encouraged to contact the Williams Lake RCMP at 392-6211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter and Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-08-08, Williams Lake RCMP received a complaint of a Break and Enter and Theft from several cabins in the Blue Lake area. Complainant advised that sometime in the past week somebody had attended the cabins stealing food, bedding and two water pumps.</P>
<P>Description provided for one water pump is black plastic Briggs and Stratton 3 horse power water pump with blue out take hose, value of $800.</P>
<P>If you have any information about this incident please contact Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers at (250) 392-6211</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060814083055]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Armed Robbery]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>The Williams Lake RCMP is looking for information from the public in the following case.</P>
<P>On 2006-08-12, at approximately 21:95 hours, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of an armed robbery at the Mountview Store on Dog Creek Rd. Two unknown males entered the store with their faces covered, brandished a handgun, and made off with an undisclosed amount of money, and cigarettes. The two males were last seen fleeing across the parking lot towards Bond Lake Rd area, and fled in a waiting car.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP has obtained video surveillance from the store, and is continuing their investigation.</P>
<P>Please contact the Williams Lake RCMP, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 if you have any information regarding this Armed Robbery.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Attempted sexual assault]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-08-09 at 23:13 hours the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a complaint of an attempted sexual -assault.</P>
<P>The two victims were sitting on the swings at the Sacred Hart school when they were approached by a white male about 6 feet tall with a muscular build wearing a black t-shirt and tan pants with a black toque style hat with a bill. The suspect grabbed one of the females and demanded sex from the two girls. The victims stated that as they were attacked several people walked past the play ground on Pigeon Ave. The victims stated they attempted to scream but the suspect put his hand over the ones mouth to stop her and threatened to hurt them if they screamed,</P>
<P>The two victims were able to escape from the suspect and run away without injury. The suspect was last seen jumping the fence at the school and running away. The victims also stated that there was a suspicious vehicle in the area just before they were attacked.</P>
<P>The vehicle is described as a late model pick up with a single cab red in color, possibly a Dodge.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are asking anyone who was walking on Pigeon Ave by the sacred Hart school between 10:30 pm and 11:30 pm are asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP detachment.</P>
<P>The Williams lake RCMP are asking for the publics assistance in solving this crime. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP or crime Stoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060810090855]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Single vehicle injury collision]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On the 2006-08-07 at 1705 hours the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of a single vehicle injury collision in the 2700 block of Dog Creek Road to the southwest of Williams Lake. A 1994 Ford Topaz with four occupants had been westbound on Dog Creek Road when it went off road right into the ditch and then through a wooden fence. The vehicle did not rollover however the 72 year old female passenger in the front seat was seriously injured when one of the rails from the fence came through the windshield and struck her in the face. The 73 year old driver of the vehicle was not injured however the two female passengers in the back seat received minor injuries. The seriously injured passenger was flown to Vancouver by air ambulance where she is presently in stable but serious condition, All four occupants were from Alkali Lake. The police are continuing their investigation and charges under the Motor Vehicle Act are pending.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Robery @ gunpoint]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 30th, 2006 the Toosey Enterprises Gas Station located on the Toosey Indian Reserve near Riskie Creek was robbed at gun point by three masked culprits. A lengthy investigation by the Williams Lake RCMP Crime Target Team with the assistance of the North District RCMP was initiated and revealed the following;</P>
<P>On April 30th, 2006 three masked robbers took control of the Toosey Enterprises gas station as employees were closing up for the night. The employees were forced inside and held at gun point by the robbers. One of the victims was assaulted by the robbers but was not seriously hurt. The robbers made off with a substantial quantity of tobacco products and stole a van belonging to the Toosey Indian Band.</P>
<P>Charges were recommended by the Williams Lake RCMP on three suspects and on June 30th 2006 Williams Lake Crown Counsel approved the following charges:</P>
<P>Perry Dixon JOHNNY (30 years) of the Williams Lake and Alexis Creek areas. Count # 1 Robbery using a firearm Count # 2 Confining, imprisoning or forcibly seizing a person Count # 3: Assault with a weapon</P>
<P>Dexter JIM (26 years) of the Alexis Creek area. Count # 1 Robbery using a firearm Count # 2 Confining, imprisoning or forcibly seizing a person Count # 3: Assault with a weapon</P>
<P>Marilyn HANCE (26 years) of the Alexis Creek area. Count # 1 Robbery using a firearm Count # 2 Confining, imprisoning or forcibly seizing a person Count # 3: Assault with a weapon</P>
<P>Perry Dixon JOHNNY and Marilyn HANCE remain in custody pending further court appearances while Dexter JIM was released on strict conditions pending his next court appearance.<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Sexual Assault]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Shortly after 11:00 p.m. Tuesday evening August 1rst a 21 year old female was walking near Comer St at 2nd Ave North in Williams Lake when she was accosted and threatened by a lone male. The female was then sexually assaulted by the male. She was taken to Cariboo Memorial Hospital where she was treated and released. The only details that are known at this time is that the male is believed to be Caucasian, is approximately 5'6 tall, was wearing a dark sweater or a hoodie.</P>
<P>if anyone has any information relating to this crime please contact the Williams Lake RCMP immediately or Crime Stoppers.<BR>Further media inquiries should be directed to the attention of Cpl. Marc MENARD, Media Liaison officer, Williams Lake Detachment.<BR></P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060802102508]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On July 28th 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP were called out to a theft from a vehicle on the 1100 block of 3rd Ave North. A window was smashed to gain entrance sometime during the night and numerous items were taken.</P>
<P>If you have any information on this crime or any other crime, please phone the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers.<BR></P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060802102257]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft of ATV]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-07-27, Williams Lake RCMP received a complaint of a Theft of ATV from the 1100 block of Dixon road, Williams Lake. It is believed the ATV was stolen sometime between 2006-07-24 and 2006-0.7-27 and is described as following :</P>
<P>1995 Red Yamaha Special Edition Gold Rims with Winch on front of vehicle. Good condition.</P>
<P>If you have any information in regards to this incident please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers at (250)392-6211.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060802102128]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Hit and run]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Wednesday July 26, 2006 sometime between 11:30 pm and 01:30 am a vehicle was struck in the parking lot of McDonalds. The driver of the suspect vehicle left without providing their information, or reporting the accident. The suspect vehicle is a green vehicle, that is possibly low to the ground.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Motor Vehicle Incident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On July 26, 2006 at approximately 18:50 hours, Williams Lake RCMP and the British Columbia Ambulance Service attended to a Motor Vehicle Incident approximately 5 km's north of McLeese Lake.</P>
<P>The driver of a motorcycle lost control on some gravel and was subsequently thrown from the motorcycle. The driver, a 51 year old male from Quesnel, was taken to Cariboo Memorial Hospital with serious injuries that are not believed to be life threatening. The driver was later transported to a larger medical facility for treatment of his injuries.</P>
<P>Alcohol is not suspected to be a factor in this crash and charges under the Motor Vehicle Act have not been laid.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060728104203]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft of a Mountain Bike]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-07-10, Williams Lake RCMP received a report of a Theft of a Mountain Bike in the 1900 block of Fox Mountain. The bike is described as a White Norco Nitro Mountain Bike in good condition.</P>
<P>If you or anyone else has any information regarding this incident please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers at (250)392-6211.<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Mischief to a vehicle]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Tuesday July 25, 2006, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of Mischief to a vehicle at Speedy Auto Glass . A grey GMC Safari Van had it's driver side window smashed out, Nothing was taken form the vehicle. The incident happened sometime between 6pm Monday July 24, 2006 and 6 am Tuesday morning. At this time there are no suspects.</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060728104008]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[attempted break in]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Sometime between 3:30 am and 3:45 am on the morning of Wednesday July 26, 2006 there was an attempted break in at Excelsior Jewelers Ltd. located at 424C - 2 nd Ave South in Williams Lake.</P>
<P>Access to the store was not gained however, the attempt resulted in a broken panel of security glass an the shopfront's door. The suspect is believed to be a lone Caucasian male, approximately 6 feet in height it, medium build, wearing a red hooded sweatshirt, black and white camouflage pants, white socks and sandals. The suspect was riding a mountain bike and carrying a back pack or duffel bag.</P>
<P>Please direct any information on the following matter to the Williams Lake RCMP at 675 Borland St, (250) 392-6211.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Mischief to Property]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Monday July 24 th , 2006 at approximately 0650 hours, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of Mischief to Property at the ICBC building on Broadway Ave North. One of the windows at the rear of the building was smashed with a rock, but no entry was gained. The incident happened sometime between 1630 hours on Friday July 21 st 2006 and 0640 hours on Monday July 24 th 2006. There are no suspects at this time.</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.<BR></P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060728103724]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Gang activity in Williams Lake]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On July 23, 2006 at approximately 2:15 AM, three males were walking home in the 400 block of 3 rd Avenue North, in Williams Lake. The three males were confronted by a group of youths carrying baseball bats and knives. Both groups engaged in a verbal altercation. As the three males attempted to leave the area one of them received a stab wound and was struck with a baseball bat. The victim was taken to Caribou Memorial Hospital where he received treatment for his non life threatening injuries, and was later released from hospital The victims did not know the attacker(s), and at this point police believe this was a random act of violence.</P>
<P>Police are exploring whether or not this incident is related to a similar stabbing that occurred early last Saturday morning in the 600 block of Carson Drive. In that instance a youth received a knife wound to his arm but is believed to have known his attacker. Witness's identified in that incident are not being overly forthcoming with information.</P>
<P>Police are actively investigating both of these serious attacks and a greater police presence in this area car, be expected.</P>
<P>The general public should be highly concerned about these two acts of violence, It should be noted that both occurred during the early hours of the morning and that the perpetrators traveled in a group. Police are reminding any one that is walking late at night or early in the morning to be aware of their s urroundings, not to travel alone and to be especially cautious if they are approached by unknown groups of persons.</P>
<P>Please call the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime stoppers if you have any information about either of these two incidents.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Person was apprehended]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On the morning of July 22 nd shortly after 5 a.m. the Williams Lake RCMP received a report that a male was seen trying to break into a vehicle in the back alley of the Boot Cabaret. A person matching the description of the male was seen on Cameron St at 2 nd Ave. The person was apprehended after a brief foot chase. Further investigation found that the male was connected to the attempted theft of a truck in the nearby vicinity. A 26 year old male is facing charges of Attempt theft of a vehicle and Mischief. This success in solving this crime is all due in part to a local citizen that observed what he correctly knew to be a crime in progress and took the initiative to follow through with calling the police.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060725100641]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Bike theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On July 18th, 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP received a report of a green 2002 Bmx K2 Sesh, stolen from the 1000 block of Dog Creek Road between 11:30 pm of July 17th 2006 and 9:00 am of July 18th 2006.</P>
<P>Police are urging people to lock up their bicycles to prevent thefts.</P>
<P>If you have any information on this file or any other file, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers.<BR></P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060725100454]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[mischief]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Sometime between 4:00pm Saturday July 15th 2006 and 12:00pm Sunday July 16th 2006, the<BR>Williams Lake Museum was the victim of mischief . One of the front windows at the entrance of the<BR>museum was hit by an object and was smashed. The object did not penetrate the double windows,<BR>At this time, there are no suspects</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060717150522]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[mischief]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Monday July 10th 2006, the Williams Lake RCMP were called to a complaint of mischief to a vehicle. Sometime between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm on July 10th, the back window of a red Toyota ECHO was smashed. Nothing in the vehicle was taken. The vehicle was parked on Mackenzie Ave near Comer Street at the time of the incident. There are no suspects at this time.</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060717150346]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Saturday, July 8, 2006, around 12:00 pm., a green 2005 Honda TRX500 ATV and a Husquavarna chainsaw were stolen from a residence located on Chimney Lake Road, Williams Lake. Witnesses saw two caucasian males on the property at the time of the theft.</P>
<P>Williams Lake RCMP are seeking the public's assistance in solving this crime. If you have any information regarding this crime, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or the Williams Lake RCMP at 392-6211 .</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060717095949]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Charges of trafficking]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On July 7th, 2006 an 18 year old male was arrested on an outstanding warrant. The subsequent search of this male found a quantity of cocaine. Charges of trafficking will be forwarded.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060717095825]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-07-14, at approximately 01:49 am, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a Break and Enter at DG's Car wash on Mackenzie Avenue. Access was gained to the building and damage was done to an exterior window,</P>
<P>Please contact the Williams Lake RCMP, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 if you have any information regarding this or any other crime.<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[bank robbery]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On July 14th 2006 shortly before 10 am, a Caucasian male in his mid 20's entered the Canadian Imperial Bank Commerce (CIBC) Williams Lake branch and produced a note demanding money. The bank teller complied with the robber's request and handed over an undisclosed sum of money,</P>
<P>The bank robber is described as follows: -Caucasian male / Early to mid 20's / 1/4 inch brushed hair cut and stubble growth facial hair, chin area. He was wearing shinny blue shorts with a stripe on the sides He was also wearing a short sleeve white t-shirt with a red cuff on the end of the sleeves, There&nbsp;was also some red trim around the neck area and a type of symbol on the back of the t-shirt just below the neck area.</P>
<P>The RCMP investigators have determined that the bank robber had entered the instant teller area of the CIBC bank between 9:20 am and 9:30 am this morning. He left that area and came back between 15 and 20 minutes later to commit the bank robbery.</P>
<P>Williams Lake RCMP Detachment investigators are continuing their investigation into this bank robbery,</P>
<P>Anyone who has any information pertaining to this CIBC bank robbery is asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP Detachment as soon as possible at the following number: 250-392-6211. They can also contact Crime Stoppers at : 1-800-222-TIPS or ( 1-800-222-8477 )</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The body of a 39 year old man discovere]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>RCMP investigators have now positively identified the body of a 39 year old man discovered on July 4th , 2006 in an area adjacent to the United Concrete and Gravel plant in Williams Lake British Columbia. The deceased person was an employee at United Concrete and a resident of Williams Lake. The name of the deceased person is Peter SCHNELLHARDT,</P>
<P>An autopsy has been performed by the Coroner's Office. It has been determined that Mr Peter SCHNELLHARDT died as a result of foul play. North District Major Crime and Williams Lake GIS are continuing to investigate this matter as a homicide.</P>
<P>Anyone who has any information about this crime is asked to contact one of the following: Williams Lake RCMP Detachment at 250-392-6211 The nearest RCMP Detachment or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS // ( 1-800-222-8477)<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Mischief]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Thursday July 6th, 2006 at 9:00 am , the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of Mischief at the Overlander Hotel. Sometime between 9:00 pm on July 5 th and 9:00 am July 6 th , a car window was smashed with a rock. The car was parked in the Overlander parking lot in front of the lobby. There are currently no known suspects.</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[motor vehicle collision]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-07-07, at approximately 5:36 PM, The Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a car on Gibbon Rd near Opal St.</P>
<P>A black 1982 Yamaha 400cc motorcycle riden by a 17 year old male novice rider was westbound on Gibbon Rd, and had crested a hill, crossing into the path of an oncoming eastbound red 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier approaching the crest of the hill from the other side. The motorcycle rider collided head on with the Cavalier. The rider was ejected, and thrown approximately 200 feet landing in the ditch. Both vehicles were demolished.</P>
<P>The motorcycle rider was taken to Cariboo Memorial Hospital by the BC Ambulance Service where he was pronounced deceased.</P>
<P>The driver and passenger of the Cavalier sustained minor injuries that did not require medical treatment,</P>
<P>The motorcycle rider was wearing a full face helmet but was not dressed in protective riding gear.</P>
<P>Speed and rider inexperience appear to be contributing factors.</P>
<P>The RCMP, with the assistance of the Coroners Office are continuing their investigation.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft of a boat]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-06-12 at 09,20 hours the Williams Lake RCMP received a complaint of a stolen boat from the Gavin Lake Kids Camp. The RCMP were advised that 4 males who were at the lake fly fishing on 2006-06-11 were seen taking the boat from the camp by one of the kids and it appeared as if the suspects were attempting to hide the boat in the bushes away from the camp, The lake area was searched and the boat was not located.</P>
<P>The boat is described as a plastic Walker Bay boat 8 feet in length and tan in colour.</P>
<P>The Suspects were seen driving a dark blue Ford Ranger style pick up away from the area but no licence plate was obtained.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060620073618]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[stabbing]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>The Williams Lake R,C,M,P. are investigating a stabbing which occurred shortly before 3 a.m. Friday morning. The victim, a 22 year old male received a stab wound to his face causing serious injury to his eye Due to the severity of his injuries he was transported by air ambulance to Kelowna General Hospital A 22 year old male, also of Williams Lake , was taken into police custody and is facing charges of Aggravated Assault and Assault with a weapon. He has since been released on strict conditions. Police executed a search warrant on a local residence during the course of the investigation.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Handgun in school]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>At approximately 1:39 pm on Friday June 16th 2006, The Vice-principal of the Williams Lake Second ary School located at 640 Carson Drive in Williams Lake, BC, called the Williams Lake RCMP Detachment to report the presence of a young male 15 to 17 years of age walking around the school with a handgun. The school was placed on lock-down until police arrived.</P>
<P>Police officers were strategically placed around the school and secured the perimeter. Several young person were checked near the school by officers. It was quickly determined that they were not involved and allowed to carry on their way.</P>
<P>At approximately 1:42 pm, two police officers attended at the school and conducted a sweep inside the building. During their investigation they were able to identify the student responsible for this incident</P>
<P>At approximately 2:14 pm, the student and 2 others who had direct knowledge of this incident were taken into police custody. A plastic soft air BIB replica handgun was recovered and secured by the police&nbsp; officers.</P>
<P>The student in possession of the replica handgun accepted responsibility for his actions however did not appear to take the matter very seriously. He was quickly reminded that from a distance, replica or not, a weapon is a weapon and it will always be treated as if it were real.</P>
<P>The student was suspended indefinitely from school. His two friends received short term suspension </P>
<P>The School District Superintendent was notified by the RCMP and advised to direct all inquiries to the attention of CpI Marc Menard , Williams Lake RCMP Detachment - 250-392-6211</P>
<P>The matter remains under investigation and recommendations will be made to the School District regarding best practices to use in any similar situations.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060620073241]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[vandals]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On June 12, 2006 shortly after 1 I:00PM, vandals attended the University under Construction or, Western Avenue. Damaged was caused to both the interior and exterior of the building by both spray painting and fire. Williams Lake RCMP and Fire attended the scene.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[mischief]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Between 8:30 pm Sunday May 21, 2006 and 7:00 am Monday May 22, 2006, a residence in the 700 block of Western Ave was the victim of possible mischief. Two small holes in the front picture window were found by the owner and reported to the Williams Lake RCMP. The holes appeared to be from a pellet or BEEBEE gun. There are no suspects at this time.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060620072040]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[vandalism]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Williams Lake RCMP have received two different complaints of mischief that happened between the evening of Thursday June 8, 2006 and the morning of Friday June 9, 2006.</P>
<P>In both complaints the words "GRAD 06" and other phrases were spray painted on vehicles with yellow spray paint.</P>
<P>The first incident happened at the Desniqi Services Society where "GRAD 06" was spray painted on a white Chevy van between 4:30 pm on June 8, 2006 and 8:30 am on June 9, 2006.</P>
<P>The second incident happened at Jackass Junction Enterprises where " GRAD 06" and other phrased were spray painted on a 1994 International cube van between 8:00 pm on June 8, 2006 and 6:00 am on June 9, 2006. Williams&nbsp; Lake RCMP believe that the two occurrences are related. There are no known suspects at this time.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060620071611]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Motor vehicle incident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-06-10 at 1509 hours the Williams Lake RCMP and Emergency Personnel responded to a <BR>motor vehicle incident on Dog Creek Rd. A motorcyclist was thrown off his bike while attempting to pass 2. vehicles, The male was treated for non-life threatening injuries.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060620071344]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[vandalism]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>The Williams Lake RCMP received information that on Sunday June 11 th 2006 at approximately 1:00 am, someone came into a front yard of a house in the 1500 block on Dog Creek Road and destroyed an expensive solar lamp that was secured to a flower post.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060620071221]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[single vehicle accident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 200CI-06-09 shortly after 06:00 am the Williams Lake RCMP and Emergency Personnel responded to a single vehicle accident on Hwy 97 South at Chief Will yum Gas Bar, The driver of the vehicle lost control in the slippery conditions crashed. The driver suffered serious yet non lifethreatening injuries. It is believe unsafe speeds and unsafe passing are factors in this incident.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060620071125]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On June 8, 2006 Williams Lake RCMP received a report of a Break and Enter to the fenced compound of Tolko Industries located on 2 nd Ave North. Thieves cut through the fence, damaged a vehicle, and stole a Honda TRX 350 ATV with a grass seeder on the back. A black Dodge pick-up was seen fleeing the scene with the ATV in the back, Police are currently continuing to investigate and are asking that if you have any information regarding this incident, to please Contact Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060620071020]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[vandalism]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Wednesday, June 71' , 2006, at 09:08 AM Williams Lake RCMP were informed of an incident of vandalism 'that occurred at Glendale Garden Center, located at 88 Old Soda Creek Road, Williams Lake BC.</P>
<P>It is believed that the suspects entered the Garden Center sometime between 8:00 PM Tuesday night, and 08:30 AM Wednesday morning, June 7th, 2006.</P>
<P>The suspects caused property damage while entering and then proceeded to damage garden supplies and- other stock both inside and outside the Garden Center causing over $400 dollars of damage .</P>
<P>Police are asking for the public's assistance in this crime. If you have any information or had observed any suspects in the area, you are asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP at 392-6211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060620070855]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[stolen vehicle]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Wednesday June 7th 2006 The Williams Lake RCMP received a report of a stolen vehicle from the 1100 block of 2 nd Avenue North. A 2002 white Ford Mustang with plate # 622 DXE was stolen from a residence. The Mustang has a black stripe on the bottom of the. vehicle with Mustang written on it, as well as Mustang written on the windshield.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060620070542]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Accident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>At 2354 hours on 2006-06-04 the Alexis Creek RCMP were called to a fatal motor vehicle collision on Hwy #20 at the Anahim Reserve. Members of the detachment responded to find that a unlicensed motorcycle had driven into a group of five females killing one person and seriously injuring two others. The driver of the motorcycle was still at the scene and was also seriously injured. The five females who were on the north side of the highway in the west bound lane had been waiting for an ambulances One of the females had been a passenger in another motor vehicle collision which had occurred a short time earlier and about I km west of the 2nd collision scene. Two ambulances attended the scene to take the driver and victims to Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake.</P>
<P>Cariboo, Chilcotin Traffic Services were called out to assist with the investigation along with the Reconstructionist from Prince George and Williams Lake Forensic Identification Unit. The local coroner from Williams Lake also attended the scene.</P>
<P>The 1st collision involved a 94 Green Chev Pickup which was heading east bound on Hwy #20 from the direction of the gas bar when it went off road left into the ditch on the north side of the highway, It is believed the 50 year old male driver was attempting to avoid a horse or horses- that were on the highway at the time. The driver was driven to Cariboo Memorial Hospital in a private vehicle by a relative, The 26 year old female passenger left the scene on foot walking east on the highway toward&nbsp; her residence, where she was met by the other females.</P>
<P>The deceased is a 20 year old female from the Anahim Reserve at Alexis Creek. The 26 year old female from the 1st collision that was hit by the motorcycle is in critical condition with life threatening injuries. The other injured female is a 29 year old that has non life threatening injuries and is in stable condition.</P>
<P>The driver of the motorcycle is a 26 year old male from the Anahim Reserve in Alexis Creek. He is in stable condition with non life threatening injuries however was transported to Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops.</P>
<P>The investigation into these two collisions is on going however the preliminary investigation indicates that alcohol was a factor in both collisions.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060606104643]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Hit and run]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Friday june 3, 2006 at approximately 0235 hours Williams Lake RCMP responded to a complaint of a hit and run on Dairy Rd. Reportedly a pickup truck took !he corner too fast and hit another vehicle, The suspect vehicle should have damage to the passenger side headlight and bug deflector.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in identifying the vehicle and driver involved in this hit and run. Please call the RCMP at 392-6211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 with any information.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060606103839]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Student caught with hand gun on school bus]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Monday the 5th of June the Williams Lake RCMP received a report that a student had brought a loaded handgun to a local high school. It was learned that the student had shown the handgun to fellow students on the bus while on route to the school and that the handgun had been discharged causing a round to go through the floor of the bus. No one was injured, The handgun was seized without Incident and or threats to others. The police are recommending charges of Careless use of a firearm as well as Unauthorized Possession of a firearm against two males, One male was released into the Custody of his parents. Another was of adult age and was released on his own recognisance. A third youth was also involved, he was released at this time without charges. School authorities have advised that all three youths have been suspended from all school activities.</P>
<P>The police&nbsp; are working in close conjunction with school authorities and the investigation is continuing. One aspect of the investigation will involve how the youth came into possession of the firearm and to what extent were other students aware that the youth had the handgun in his possession at the school.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060606103633]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Accident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Sunday June 4th shortly before 6 a.m. the Williams Lake R.C.M.P. received a call of a single vehicle -collision on Horsefly Road approx 20 kms North of the Spokin Lake turnoff, A car traveling northbound on Horsefly Road had gone off road left and had crashed through a fence and into a large boulder&nbsp; There were three persons in the vehicle. A passenger that had been thrown from the vehicle received life threatening injuries and was subsequently air lifted to Vancouver General Hospital - he later died as a result of those injuries. A second passenger also received serious injury and was treated at the Cariboo Memorial Hospital and is reported to being in stable condition, The driver was treated for non life threatening injuries and was released that same day.</P>
<P>It is believed that none of the persons in the vehicle were wearing seatbelts. Speed, alcohol and driver experience are all known contributing factors.</P>
<P>The police, with the assistance of the Coroners Office are continuing their investigation.</P>
<P>No name&nbsp; are being released at this time pending notification of next of kin.</P>
<P>Please direct all inquiries to Cpl. Marc MENARD - Williams Lake Detachment Media Liaison officer.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060606103417]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Wednesday May 17, 2006 at approximately 0330 hours, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of a Break and Enter at the Comer Station Pub, One of the front windows facing Mackenzie Ave was smashed and the suspect entered through it. Witnesses saw the suspect leave the pub from the side door and then fled on a mountain bike. The suspect was wearing a baseball cap, a back pack, and a dark colored jacket.</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers,</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060606102823]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Further to accident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Further to the previous news release dated 2006-05-27, Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic Services is now prepared to release the names of the persons killed and injured in the hit and run collision that had occurred at 0200 hours on the 2006-05-27 at 2 nd Ave and Comer Street in the City of Williams Lake.</P>
<P>The female passenger killed in the collision has been identified as Katie HUNLIN age 49 of Williams Lake, B.C. The female driver who was injured and is still in serious condition in Royal Inland Hospital is a Violet STUMP age 54 of Williams Lake, B.C.</P>
<P>On the 2006-05-30, the offending driver turned himself into the Williams Lake RCMP and was subsequently arrested. He is identified as Kevin MICHAUD age 28 of Williams Lake and has been charged with the following offences:</P>
<P>1. Section 220(b) of the Criminal Code - Criminal Negligence Causing Death<BR>2. Section 221 of the Criminal Code - Criminal Negligence Causing Bodily Harm<BR>3. Section 252(l)(b) of the Criminal Code - Fail to Remain at the Scene of a Collision</P>
<P>On the 2006-05-31 MICHAUD appeared in Williams Lake Provincial Court at 1600 hour before the Honorable Judge Walters for the purpose of a show cause hearing. MICHAUD is to be released on a cash bail and surety along with a large number of conditions of release. He is scheduled to have. his next court appearance on Wednesday the 14th of June, 2006 at 0900 hours.</P>
<P>Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic Services are still continuing their investigation into this serious motor vehicle collision. At this time there is no evidence that alcohol was a contributing factor in the collision.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060606102740]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Accident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>At 0200 hours on 2006-05-27 the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a motor vehicle collision at 2nd Avenue and Comer Street in the City of Williams Lake. A 2005 White Ford F350 Crew cab Pickup had been north bound on 2 nd Avenue when it failed to stop at the stop sign at Comer Street. A 1994 Red Chev Cavalier 2Dr Coupe was east bound on Comer Street when it was broadsided by the pickup truck. The female passenger in the Cavalier was killed instantly and the driver was seriously injured. There possibly were two occupants that had been in the pickup that fled the scene on foot running north on 2"'1 Avenue towards Gibbon Street. A Williams Lake Detachment member was the first on scene and had passed the two suspects running up 211 Avenue. The driver of the Cavalier was taken to CMH where she was treated and later transported to Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops where she remains with serious condition.</P>
<P>At this time the police have not located or spoken to the occupants of the pickup truck. The police are asking the driver and occupants of the pickup to come forward to the Williams Lake Detachment on their own accord in order to put some closure to the investigation and for the sake of the victims families.</P>
<P>The police are asking the assistance of the community, if anyone witnessed the collision, or persons fleeing the scene, or have information about the collision to please contact the Williams Lake Detachment or Williams Lake Crime Stoppers.</P>
<P>Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic Services are leading the investigation into this terrible collision,</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060606102626]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>The Williams Lake RCMP is looking for information from the public in the following case.</P>
<P>Sometime overnight on May 28/29th, A shed on Moon Dr was broken into and a white 1991 Honda XR80 dirt bike was stolen. The motorcycle is missing a clutch side cover on the engine.</P>
<P>Please contact the Williams Lake RCMP, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 if you have any information regarding this theft,</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060606102449]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>The RCMP is investigating a report of a theft that occurred sometime between May 26th and May 29th at "Big Slide" on the Black Creek rd. A quantity of forestry fire fighting equipment including a Honda waterpump, hoses, and shovels had been stolen from a storage area. Value of the stolen items is in excess of $2000</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060606101318]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Hit & run]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On May 28, 2006 Williams Lake RCMP received a complaint of a hit &amp; run which had occurred sometime overnight at Chimney Lake. The vehicle had been parked in a field overnight. When the owner returned in the morning there was a substantial amount of damage done to the passengers side of the vehicle.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060606101156]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On May 23, 2006, Williams Lake RCMP responded to a theft at Tolko Industries located at 925 21st Avenue North, Williams Lake, BC. Culprits broke into a secured parking lot between the hours of 3:00 a.m and 06:46 a.m. on May 23, 2006. An All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) was parked in the rear of a pickup truck, Culprits broke a window of the truck, drove the truck forward and stole the ATV from the rear of the truck. Culprits drove the ATV on Boundary Street at 2nd Avenue North.</P>
<P>The ATV is described as a 2004 Honda TRX350.</P>
<P>If anyone has information about the ATV, please call Williams Lake RCMP at 392-6211 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477<BR></P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060527084630]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Brush fire]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 25, 2005 at approximately 2:00pm the Williams Lake RCMP and Williams Lake Fire received a complaint of a brush fire in the Dairy Fields. Police and Fire attended the scene and observed that the fire had spread due to the dry grass. Approximately 4 hours after the Initial call, the fire was out, It is unknown how the fire was set and at this time the police have no suspects.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060527084447]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Motor Vehicle Incident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>At approximately 13:00 hours on May 22, 2006, Williams Lake RCMP along with the BC Ambulance Service attended to a single vehicle Motor Vehicle Incident on Highway 97 North near Duckworth Lake.</P>
<P>A 24 year old male fell asleep at the wheel and subsequently drove off of the road on the left side of the highway. The driver suffered facial lacerations and was taken to Cariboo Memorial Hospital for treatment.</P>
<P>The driver was charged with Drive Without Due Care and Attention under the Motor Vehicle Act.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060527084356]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Vandalism]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Monday, May 22nd, 2006, at 8:43 PM Williams Lake RCMP were informed of an incident of vandalism that occurred at Sugar Cane Wood Products, located at 298 Mission Rd, Sugar Cane Reserve, Williams Lake BC.</P>
<P>It is believed that the suspects entered the mill yard sometime between 6:00 PM Sunday, May 21 st, 2006 and 0830 PM Monday, May 22nd, 2006.</P>
<P>The suspects entered the mill yard and vandalized two front end loaders parked in the yard, causing several hundred dollars of damage,</P>
<P>Police are asking for the public's assistance in this crime. If you have any information or had observed any suspects in the area, you are asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP at 392-6211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060523081112]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Attempted theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Sunday May 7, 2006 at approximately 0429 hours, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a complaint of a theft of vehicle in progress. The victim was awoken to his truck and motorbike being taken by thieves. He ran outside to interrupt the theft and was pepper sprayed. The victim was treated for minor injuries, The suspects were wearing bandanas and fled the scene.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in this case. If you have any information regarding this crime, please call the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060523081004]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Forest fire]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006 -06-16 at 1726hrs. the RCMP were called to a report of a forest fire in the 2500 block of Dog Creek Road. This was outside the Williams Lake fire protection area, however the Forest Service fire crews responded. The fire was extinguished with the use of air bombers and ground crews. Two citizens of the area should be commended for their action in assisting in keeping the fire under control until the Forest Service attended. There was damage to property, as an outbuiliding was destroyed by the fire as well as part of a fence and lumber that was in the area. The residence on the property was not damaged. There was no immediate damage to any other buildings. The fire was started by a tree failing on hydro wires and igniting the grass in the area.<BR></P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060523080852]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Saturday May 13, 2006 the Williams Lake. RCMP responded to a complaint of numerous break and enters to cabins in Horsefly. A local resident apprehended the 2 suspects and awaited police attendance. Numerous tools and firearms were stolen, though later recovered. A stolen vehicle and boat were used to house the stolen goods. Eric HADDOW and Sonia CONROD are charged with Break and Enter and Possession of Stolen Property.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in this case. If you have any information regarding this crime, please call the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060523080719]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Boat stolen]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Sometime between May 4, 2006 and May 8, 2006 a personal watercraft was stolen from a residential property in the Likely - Quesnel Lake area. Stolen was a 20 foot Thundercraft boat, red and white in colour with a retractable red awning. The boat had grey upholstered seating and was powered by a 8-cylinder inboard/outboard engine. Also mounted to the boat was a 8.9 HP Honda Longshaft kicker motor. Also stolen was a white 1990 EZ Loader trailer which was used to remove the boat from the residence, The insured replacement value of the boat and trailer is approximately $35,000.</P>
<P>Any persons having information about this crime are encouraged to contact the Williams Lake RCMP at 392-6211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On May 8, 2006 Williams Lake RCMP received a report of a Break and Enter at Sigurdson's Mill in Williams Lake. Culprits used force to gain access to the building and made off with approximately $8000 worth of tools. The police are currently continuing their investigation. If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers,</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Burning car]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On May 11th, 2006 at approximately 122F am the Williams Lake RCMP were called out to a burning car at Williams Lake Secondary on 640 Carson Drive. The RCMP were notified that two suspect$ were seen running through the school field away from the burning car, The car was completely destroyed in the fire.</P>
<P>if you have any information about this crime or any other crime, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On May 8th, 2006 at approximately 2:00 am the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a complaint of a break and enter at "The Brick" furniture store on MacKenzie Ave. During the preliminary stages of the investigation, the officers determined that entry was gained via the rear of the store and the thieves made off with a Legend 27" LED TV, valued at approximately $1000. The RCMP investigation is continuing.</P>
<P>It you have any information regarding this case please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060523080306]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft of about 26 solar lights]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On May 6th, 2006 some time around 2 am, a theft of about 26 solar lights occurred at a residence in . 1800 block of Dog Creek Rd, A group of youths was heard in, the area around the same time and may have been involved. The estimated price of the stolen lights is $450. If you have any information regarding this investigation, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060523080132]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and Enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On May 7th, 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP were called out to TASCO SUPPLIES LTD for a Break and Enter, Entrance was gained by the front door and two Power Jet Pressure washers were taken.</P>
<P>If you have any information about this crime or any other crime, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060523080024]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[House fire]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Friday, May 5th, 2006, at approximately 0400 hrs, Williams Lake RCMP were informed of fire that occurred in the 300 block of 41' Avenue North, Williams Lake BC.</P>
<P>Williams Lake Fire Department attended and extinguished the fire; however, considerable damage was caused to residence.</P>
<P>The fire started on a couch outside of the residence.</P>
<P>After speaking to the home owner and examination of the fire scene, there does not appear to be any rational explanation for how the fire was ignited, and that arson may be a possible cause.</P>
<P>Police are asking for the public's assistance 'in this crime. If you have any information or had observed any suspects in the area, you are asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP at 392-6211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060523075935]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Vehicles damaged]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On May 4, 2006 Williams Lake RCMP responded to an 'Incident at Ranchland Honda on 11th Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, in which approximately 40 vehicles, including many brand new vehicles were willfully damaged. Damage was found to various vehicle parts, including windshield wipers, bug deflectors, licence plate covers and side mirrors. The vehicles were located outside in the parking lot of the business. The incident occurred between May 3 at 6:00 pm, and May 4 at 7:45 am.</P>
<P>If anyone has information about this incident or witnessed any suspicious persons in the area, please call Williams Lake RCMP at 392-6211 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060523075808]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Warrant on a residence]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Friday April 28 , 2006 members of the Williams Lake Crime Target Team executed warrant on a residence in the 600 block of Western Avenue. Police were looking for evidence of drug trafficking. Seized from the residence was quantity of cocaine.</P>
<P>RCMP are recommending charges of possession of a controlled substance. Also, while in the residence RCMP members located Melanie REARDON who had a warrant for her arrest for robbery since 2002. Melanie REARDON was in court this week and remains in RCMP custody.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Armed Robbery]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 30th, 2006 at approximately 10:00 pm , the Williams lake RCMP received a complaint of an Armed Robbery at the Toosey Indian Reserve general store.</P>
<P>Williams Lake RCMP investigation revealed that at approximately 09:30pm, the Toosey Indian Reserve general store was robbed at gun point. Two males and one female suspect, forced employee's who were closing the store back inside and proceeded to take cash and a large quantity of cigarettes,</P>
<P>The three suspects then proceeded to steal a van belonging to the Toosey Indian Band and fled the scene, The stolen van's British Columbia licence number is : 824 CLH . The van is described as a 1997 Green Astro van.</P>
<P>-The three suspects are described as follows:</P>
<P>Suspect I -&nbsp;Native male, approximately six(6) feet tall, Green shorts, and wearing a jersey<BR>&nbsp;(color unknown)</P>
<P>Suspect 2: Native male, approximately 5ft 6 to 5ft 8 Inches tail, with short hair approximately an inch long. No clothing description was obtained.</P>
<P>Suspect 3: Native female, described as heavy set. No clothing description was obtained,</P>
<P><BR>Anyone who has any information regarding this offence is asked to call the Williams Lake RCMP Detachment at 250-392-6211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060501111055]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[suspicious occurrence]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Wednesday April 26, 2006 shortly before 08:30am, the Williams Lake RCMP received a complaint of a suspicious occurrence near Chilcotin Road Elementary School.</P>
<P>RCMP investigation revealed that 2 males in an early 1990's, small, black 2 door car had Just approached a 12 year old girl who was on her way to school. Both males asked the young girl to help them out and come closer to their vehicle. The young girl did not comply and the 2 males drove away.</P>
<P>The police are asking for the public's assistance in solving this case and ask that anyone with information to please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060501110848]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[vehicle was stolen]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 27th 2006, sometime between 2:00 am and 8:00 am, a vehicle was stolen from Bond Lake rd near the salt shed. The vehicle is described as a 1997 red GMC short box truck, with a small lift. B.C. licence plate number 5742 JS.</P>
<P>Please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-08477 if you have any information regarding this incident.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060501110709]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[break and enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 24, 2006, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a break and enter at Thompson&nbsp; Rivers University on Western Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, It appears that the culprits gained access into the university and kicked in several doors on the evening of April 21, 2006. It does not appear that anything was stolen at this time.</P>
<P>The RCMP are asking any members of the public who may own these items or have any information related to the items to contact the RCMP at 392-6211 or Grimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060501110539]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[break and enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 24, 2006, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a break and enter at Three River's University on Western Avenue, Williams Lake, BC. It appears that the culprits gained access into the university and kicked in several doors on the evening of April 21, 2006. It does not appear that anything was stolen at this time.</P>
<P>The RCMP are asking any members of the public who may own 'these items or have any information related to the items to contact the RCMP at 392-6211 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060501110419]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[recovered two childrens bicycles]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-03-25, at approximately 1:30 pm, the Williams Lake RCMP recovered two childrens bicycles on Broadway Avenue near Windmill Cr.</P>
<P>Make, model and serial numbers for these bicycles have been recorded.</P>
<P>Please contact the Williams Lake RCMP if you believe these may be your bicycles, and are able to describe them.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060501110329]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[fatal motor vehicle collision]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>At about 2346 hrs on the 2006-04-25 the Williams Lake RCMP and EMS responded to a report of a fatal motor vehicle collision in the 3600 block of Spoken Lake Road. A 97 Dodge pickup had been traveling eastbound on Spoken Lake Road when it went off road left, hit the ditch then rolled on to it's roof crushing the cab. The collision was reported by a residence who lives in the area. The driver and only occupant was deceased upon arrival of the police and EMS. He was wearing his seatbelt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The RCMP Collision Analyst from 100 Mile House Traffic Services attended the scene and is investigating the collision along with Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic Services.</P>
<P>The name of the deceased is Jeffery Scott FULTON age 38 of Lumreek Road, 150 Mile House, B.C. His parents and family live in North Delta and Vancouver, B.C.</P>
<P>The investigation is continuing to determine the clause of the collision.<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[studded tires must be removed]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are reminding motorists that effective I st May studded tires must be removed from motor vehicles travelling in the Province of British Columbia. The detachment and Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic Services will be conducting roadchecks through the region checking for defective motor vehicles and studded tires. Anyone caught driving a motor vehicle with studded tires after 1 st May will be charged with Sec. 19.03(b) M.V.A. which has a voluntary penalty of $109. At this time of the year the police see an increase in defective motor vehicles on our roadways. Pursuant to the Motor Vehicle Act &amp; Regulations all motor vehicles must be in compliance in order to be safe on our roadways. As previously indicated Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic Services and -,the Commercial Vehicle Inspectors will be stepping up the number of inspections being conducted in the Cariboo Chilcotin Region.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[wild animal colision]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Over the past three years there have been an increase in the number of motor vehicles collisions reported to the RCMP involving a wild animal which in most cases are deer. Most of these collisions are occurring on the Hwy #97 corridor and Hwy #20. The number of collisions which occurred on these highways were 75 in 2003, 79 in 2004, and 102 in 2005. This is due to an increase in the deer population throughout the Cariboo Chilcotin Region as a result of mild winters, no disease, and fewer predication. The Motor Vehicle Act requires the driver of a motor vehicle who is involved in a collision with over $1000 damage to report the incident to the police within 48 hours if the collision occurred outside a city or municipality.</P>
<P>The Officer in Charge of E Div Traffic Services has given direction to the RCMP Detachments that<BR>they will no longer be required to investigate or report motor vehicle collisions involving wild animals.<BR>Motorists are to report directly to ICBC when filing a claim involving a collision with a wild animal<BR>unless there are in&nbsp; iuries to the occupants of the vehicle. This will give the officers more time to be<BR>strategically focused on their detachment and unit priorities.</P>
<P>Motorists are reminded that spring time is the season for collisions with wild animals with most of these collisions occurring at dawn or dusk when the deer are feeding alongside. the roadways. Motorists should be driving accordingly by slowing down so they have more time to react to these wild animals.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060425103953]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[wilful damage]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 19, 2006 Williams Lake RCMP responded to a complaint of wilful damage to Kwaleen Elementary School located at 1729 Lakeside Drive South in Williams Lake, B.C. Sometime overnight culprits had entered the grounds and spray painted the rear side of the school arid an adjoining portable classroom.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060425103833]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[pled guilty to arson]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On February 14, 2006 21 year old William WILKINSON pled guilty to arson. WILKINSON was charged with setting fire to Columneetza High School in the early morning hours of December 4th 2004. The fire caused millions of dollars in damage and destroyed the school's Shop facility. Reconstruction of that portion of the building is currently taking place. WILKINSON received 8 months jail time as well as 3 years of probation.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060425103750]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 20th 2006 at approximately 3:30 am, a 2006 Honda TRX500 quad was stolen from the 1100 block of South Lakeside Drive in Williams Lake. The quad may have been driven con South Lakeside Drive sometime during the theft.</P>
<P>Police are seeking the help of the public in locating anybody that may have witnessed any suspicious activity in the area. Police are asking anyone with information to contact the Williams Lake RCMP detachment.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060425103637]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[pedestrian accident]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 2, 2006 at 10:23 pm Williams Lake RCMP and B.C. Ambulance Service responded to a ieport of a pedestrian accident in the Riske Creek area. Information received was that two persons had been walking along highway 20 when a passing vehicle struck one of the pedestrians, The vehicle did not stop and fled the scene. Members of the RCMP and B.C. Ambulance Service searched the area, but could not locate anyone.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060425103522]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Break / Enter & Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006- 04-14 the Williams Lake RCMP responded to 3 complaint of a Break / Enter &amp; Theft at a residence on Hodgson toad in Williams Lake BC.</P>
<P>The culprits entered the yard sometime between evening April 13, 2006 &amp; tie morning of April 14. 2006.&nbsp; he culprits removed two Quads from the yard 19811 Suzuki 50OR and a 1997 Honda Foreman 400.</P>
<P>Any persons who may have information regarding this Break / Enter &amp; Theft or the whereabouts of these Quads are asked to Call the Williams Lake RCMP 392-6211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477,</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060425103336]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[volunteer hours totaled 123 hours]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>A short time ago, the Williams Lake RCMP advised that the Citizens On Patrol had increased their numbers substantially.</P>
<P>While this is true, one of the volunteers noticed an error in the calculation of the hours, All of the hours for 2005 and -9006 have been recalculated correctly.</P>
<P>At this point in 2005 the volunteer hours totaled 123 hours, for the same period In 2006 the volunteers have volunteered 400 hours.</P>
<P>All of the other information reported was correct, and, we apologize for the error initially reported.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060425103136]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[found a back packsack]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On March 25th, 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP found a back packsack in the parking lot of the Williams Lake Regional Library. The packsack contained an assortment of tools. Anyone who car identify the tools can claim them at the Williams Lake RCMP Detachment.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060425103044]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[theft from vehicle]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 4, 2006, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a theft from vehicle at the Bee jays Towing compound on MacKenzie Avenue North. It was discovered that several chains, hooks, tie-downs, and cinches were taken from one of the tow trucks parked in a gated compound. The replacement value of the property is over $1000 dollars and the incident is believed to have occurred sometime between April 1, 2006 and April 4, 2006.</P>
<P>Any persons having information about this crime are encouraged to contact the MacWilliams Lake RCMP at 392-6211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-300-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060425102928]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Recovered Kayak]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 5, 2006 Williams Lake RCMP recovered a kayak in the 1100 block of 2nd Avenue North. If you believe it may be yours, please contact the RCMP at (250)392-6211.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060411110244]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Police have charged 2 males]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Police have charged 2 males in connection with the homicide of Robert Carman TOWER. TOWER'S body was found at the portable stage located on the. Stampede Grounds on Sunday evening, April 2 2006. Charged with 2nd Degree Murder are Christopher Allan HAMPTON age 25 years and James Robert NORRIS age 41 years.</P>
<P>Both men will appear in court in Williams Lake on Monday April 10" 2006.</P>
<P>The investigation in continuing.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060411110143]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Motor vehicle collision]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>The Williams Lake RCMP responded to a head on motor vehicle collision on the 2006-04-09 at 2144 hours on Hwy #97 south of White Road on the curve. A white 89 Ford pickup was northbound when it crossed the center line into the on coming lane and struck a 2001 KIA Sportage heading southbound. The female driver of the Kia was taken to CMH by ambulance with facial lacerations, she was treated and later released. The 46 year old male driver of the pickup has been charged with Impaired driving and driving over .08, he is due to appear in Williams Lake Provincial Court on the 2006-05-24.</P>
<P>Impaired driving continues to be the leading criminal cause of death in Canada as well as the Cariboo Region, April, May, and June are the worst months for fatal and injury motor vehicle collisions involving alcohol in the Cariboo Chilcotin Region. The Williams Lake Detachment and Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic Services will continue to target these high risk drivers that put other road users at risk.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Armed robbery]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Saturday April 8, 2006 at approximately 2032 hours, the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a complaint of an armed robbery at the Comer Station Beer and Wine Store on Mackenzie Avenue North. 3 suspects entered the business with their faces covered and armed with a weapon. Suspects made demands of the clerk before they fled the scene with a large amount of liquor.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in this case. If you have any information regarding this crime, please call the Williams Lake RCMP or Crimestoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060411105716]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 7th, 2006 between the hours of 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm, two ATV's were taken from a residence on White Rd in Williams Lake. The first ATV is described as a 2000 Yamaha Kodiak 4500, light blue in color and the second a 2006 Honda 3500 green in color.</P>
<P>If you witnessed any thing suspicious in that area around that time or if you have any information regarding this case, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060411105627]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>During the evening of April 1, 2006 at 9:00 p.m and April 2, 2006 at 6:15 p.m. two large tarps were stolen from a transport trailer belonging to Baughan &amp; Dhaliwal Enterprise Ltd. The trailer was parked at the Shell Cardlock parking lot on Highway 20, Williams Lake, BC. The two tarps are red and white, 26 feet long (each), with "S and S Trucking written on each tarp. The tarps are worth approximately $1100 each.</P>
<P>If you have any information pertaining to this crime, please contact either Crimestoppers at 1-800222-8477 or the Williams Lake RCMP at 392-6211.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060411105518]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Deceased male]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>RCMP have identified the deceased male located at the Stampede Grounds on the evening of April 2 nd as Robert Carman TOWER, age 54 years. Police are investigating the death of TOWER as -a homicide. The cause of death is not being released at this time.</P>
<P>Anyone with any information into the death of TOWER is asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060411105339]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Woman had been struck in a crosswalk]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 4, 2006 at approximately 09:54 in the morning the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a Motor Vehicle Incident at the corner of Oliver Street and 2nd Ave, Williams Lake BC.</P>
<P>Upon arrival RCMP investigation revealed that a 75 year old woman had been struck in a crosswalk by a Green 3/4 ton Chevy pickup truck that was being driven by a 52 year old man, a resident of Prince George. The driver of the pickup volunteered breath samples. The investigation revealed that he had no alcohol in his breath or blood.</P>
<P>There were several citizens that were administering first aid to the woman at the time of police arrival.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake ambulance attended and transported the woman to the Cariboo Memorial Hospital.</P>
<P>Family members attended the hospital and were advised by medical personnel that their mother had succumbed to her injuries.</P>
<P>With the approval of the family, the RCMP is releasing the name of the deceased as Florence DURRELL of Williams Lake.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP and coroner's office are continuing their investigation into this incident. </P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060411105246]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Suspicious fire]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>The RCMP are requesting assistance from the public with regards to the homicide of a male at the Stampede Grounds. The Fire Dept and Police were called to the Stampede Grounds oil Sunday evening April 2 nd at approximately 11 pm for a suspicious fire. Upon extinguishing the fire the body of a male was located. Police are requesting if anyone had seen anything suspicious at the Stampede Grounds on Sunday April 2nd,&nbsp; between the hours of 9 pm to 11:00 pm to contact the Williams Lake RCMP at 392-6211 or Crime stoppers 1-800-2222-TIPS.</P>
<P>The North District Major Crime Unit from Prince George as well as the Williams Lake RCMP General Investigation Section are continuing their investigating.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060411105132]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[The owner may claim the property]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On March 29, 2006, at approximately 11:49PM the Williams Lake RCMP recovered a DVD/VHS combo player whose ownership is unknown. It is believed that the property may have been stolen from a residence in the Glendale area of Williams Lake. The owner may claim the property at the Williams Lake RCMP detachment by correctly identifying the item.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060404092148]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Damage to trees]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Williams Lake RCMP received a report of damage to trees at Cataline Elementary School on Blair Street. The damage occurred sometime between Friday, March 31 and Sunday, April 2, 2006.</P>
<P>If you have any information regarding this crime, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477,</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060404092107]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Homicide.]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On 2006-04-02 at approximately 23:00 hours Williams Lake RCMP responded to a suspicious fire at the Williams Lake Stampede Grounds. Upon arrival of the Fire Department and Police personnel a body of a male was located. The death is being investigated as a homicide. The North District Major Crime Unit from Prince George is handling the investigation.</P>
<P>An autopsy will be conducted later in the week. The name of the victim is not being released at this time pending notification of next of kin.</P>
<P>Any inquiries please contact Cpl. MENNARD of the Williams Lake RCMP at 250-392-6211.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060404092020]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Mischief]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On April 1st 2006 Williams Lake RCMP received a report of Mischief on the 200 block of 4th Ave N. The Pregnancy Outreach Center had a window broken sometime between 4:00 pm March 31"" and 10:00 am April 1", 2006.</P>
<P>If you have any information regarding this file or any other file, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060404091929]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Search warrant]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On March 31 st 2006 the Williams Lake RCMP Crime Target Team executed a search warrant on a residence on Carson Drive, near the Williams Lake Secondary School in the drug free zone, Police were looking for evidence of drug trafficking. This is the second warrant executed on this residence in only five days. In the first search was on March 26th police found drugs, cash and stolen property. On March 31st police seized additional drugs, cash, and stolen property.</P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are continuing to investigate and will be recommending two additional charges of drug trafficking and possession of stolen property.</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060404091804]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Assault]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report of an assault that occurred during the early Morning hours of March 25th, 2006. A First Nations female with long black, hair wearing light green pants and a dark sweater reported she had been assaulted by an unknown assailant or assailants while walking from the New Boot Cabaret on Oliver street to the White apartments at 665 Borland street. Upon arrival. at the residence, 2 relative phoned the Williams Lake RCMP and Emergency Medical Services. The female was 'then transported to Cariboo Memorial Hospital were she received treatment for her injuries.</P>
<P>If anyone has any information regarding this crime, please contact the Williams Lake RCMP or Crime Stoppers</P>]]></description>
<pubDate><![CDATA[20060404091708]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Update on Citizens On Patrol Activities in Williams Lake]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>Update on Citizens On Patrol Activities in Williams Lake</P>
<P>In January of 2005, the Williams Lake Community Policing Unit of the RCMP along with the volunteers of Williams Lake Citizens On Patrol committed to increasing volunteer numbers and patrol hours..</P>
<P>The dedicated volunteers have increased the number of volunteers from 12 in January of 2005 to over 40 by the end of March 2006. The volunteers have also increased their patrol hours from 761.75 hours in the first three months of 2005 to 4079.25 hours in the first three months of 2006!</P>
<P>As of March 31, 2006 the Williams Lake Citizens On Patrol have far surpassed the goals they had set for 2005, and they will continue to strive to reach all of their goals in the future.</P>
<P>The volunteers of the Williams Lake Citizens On Patrol are to be commended for their outstanding efforts and dedication to the citizens of Williams Lake.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Bbreak enter and theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>The RCMP is investigating a report of a theft that occurred sometime between early February, and March 2" a cabin at Little Lake, near Likely. Approximately $30,000 of commercial and personal tools and equipment had been stolen including a welder, compressors, solvent tank, generator, tidy tank, and fire pumps.</P>
<P>Please contact the Williams Lake RCMP, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 if you have any information regardiing this break enter and theft.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Ssearch warrant on a residence]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>In the early morning hours of March 26", 2006 member of the Williams Lake Crime Target Team executed a search warrant on a residence on Carson Drive, near the Williams Lake Secondary School in the drug free zone, Police were looking for evidence of drug trafficking. Seized from the residence was: drugs, a large amount of cash, stolen property </P>
<P>The Williams Lake RCMP are continuing to investigate and will be recommending charges of:</P>
<P>possession of a controlled substance <BR>possession of stolen property <BR>possession of a break in instrument</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Shoplifting from Zellers]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On March 25, 2006 at approximately 5-00 pm forty-one year old Gabriel BILLY was arrested by a Zellers loss prevention officer along with Concord Security of the Boitanio Mail after being caught shoplifting from Zellers. Upon arrest Gabriel BILLY began to fight with his captors and continued to resist until police arrived. Gabriel BILLY was arrested by the Williams Lake RCMP, Gabriel BILLY has been charged with;</P>
<P>Theft under $5000 Possession of stolen property under $5000 and 2 counts of assault.</P>
<P>Gabriel BILLY was subsequently released by a Justice of the Peace pending a court appearance on April 12, 2006.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break & Enter & Theft]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On March 28, 2006, at approximately 5:03AM the Williams Lake RCMP responded to a Break &amp; Enter &amp; Theft at the Santa Fe Cafe, located at 24F 2 Avenue N, Williams Lake. The front glass door was smashed and entry was gained. Taken from the business was the cash register, an undisclosed amount of cash, and other miscellaneous property.</P>
<P>Any persons having information about this crime are encouraged to contact the Williams Lake RCMP at 392-6211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Arson / Damage to property]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>A few hours ago, members of the Williams Lake RCMP Detachment submitted a Report to Crown Counsel recommending that a charge of "Arson / Damage to property " be pursued against an 18 year old male resident of Williams Lake.</P>
<P>Crown Counsel has now approved a charge under Section : 434 of the Criminal Code of Canada, "Arson / Damage to property " against 18 year old " Sean Alan DOWNEY 44 of Williams Lake, BC. Williams Lake Crown Counsel will be seeking to have him remanded in custody for a 30 day Psychiatric evaluation.</P>
<P>Damage to the inside of the Sikh Temple ( Gurdwara Western Singh Sabha ) on Pine St. Is quite extensive and a lot of work will be needed to restore the Temple to it's original state. RCMP investigators have roughly estimated the damage to be somewhere around $ 500.000.00 dollars Further investigation by insurance agents will no doubt be more accurate.</P>
<P>Williams Lake RCMP wish to inform the public that this is not a racially motivated incident.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Theft from vehicle]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On March 26 2006 between 10-00 and 11:00 am a couple were traveling through Williams Lake and stopped at the Husky Service station to get fuel. As the couple were in the store someone stole a plastic bag contain clothing and a photo album from the back of their pick up truck.</P>
<P>The owner states that there was nothing of value in the bag except their photo album and the family would love to have it returned to them as it has sentimental value to the family. The pictures were taken at a wedding.</P>
<P>The investigation is on going and the RCMP are asking for the public assistance in locating the photo album. If anyone has information as to who took the album or to the location of the album. they are asked to contact the Williams Lake RCMP or crime Stoppers.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Break and enter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On March 16th, 2006 in the early morning hours three vehicles on Midnight Drive had rocks thrown through windows. The owners of the vehicles did not see anyone in the area and discovered the damage in the morning.</P>
<P>Also on March 16th, 2006 at approximately 5:20 am the Williams Lake RCMP received a complaint of a break and enter to a residence on Litzenberg Crescent in Williams Lake. The culprit broke into the residence through a window while the residents were at home sleeping. The culprit made off with various small items before fleeing after waking the residents. A subsequent police investigation involving the Forensic Identification Section provided police with enough evidence to make an arrest.</P>
<P>On March 17 th , 2006 Ricky DENNIS of Williams Lake was arrested for the break and enter to the residence on Litzenberg Crescent and for three counts of mischief for throwing rocks through three vehicle windows on Midnight Drive on March 16th, 2006. Based on Ricky DENNIS' activities on March 16th, 2006, he is facing the following charges:</P>
<P>Break and enter and theft<BR>Mischief under $5000 (3 counts)</P>
<P>Ricky DENNIS is also facing seven additional charges based on a previous investigation in December 2005 in which DENNIS broke into multiple vehicles in the 150 Mile House area. Based on the investigation in December DENNIS is facing the following charges:</P>
<P>Break and enter and theft Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 (3 counts) Theft under $5000 (3 counts)<BR></P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Structure fire]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Sunday the 27th March shortly after 3 p.m. the Williams Lake Fire Dept as well as the R.C.M.P. responded to a report of a structure fire at a mobile home in the 1100 block of 3rd Ave N. The Williams Lake Fire Dept were able to confine the fire to a bedroom of the trailer. While the Fire Dept were dealing with the mobile home fire they were called to another structure fire at the Sikh Temple ( Gurdwara Western Singh Sabha ) on Pine St. The interior of the Temple was completely destroyed by the fire . Both fires are believed to be related and the police have reason to believe that they were deliberately set. The Williams Lake RCMP have a male in custody pending further investigation.</P>
<P>There were no reported injuries from either incident.</P>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Assault in Boitanio Park]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<P>On Friday, Mar