58 distracted drivers ticketed in less than 24 hours: Kelowna RCMP
During just one day of monitoring the roads for distracted drivers, Kelowna Mounties doled out 58 tickets.
Traffic
Mar 21
Bear spray regulations being considered in Kelowna, top cop says
With 28 per cent of assault causing bodily harm complaints in Kelowna involving bear spray, police are seriously considering whether they should put a lid on sales.
Crime
Mar 14
Kelowna Mounties seek information on woman not heard from since December
A Kelowna woman has been missing for months and her family hopes to get some information about her whereabouts.
Crime
Mar 12
Fraud, crime reports in Rutland on the rise: Kelowna RCMP
In 2023, reported frauds increased 41 per cent, driven by tap schemes and phone or online scams, Triance told councillors.
Crime
Mar 12
Arrests made in forest service road incident: Kelowna RCMP
RCMP officers responded to an incident Friday morning in the 5700 block of Gillard Creek Forest Service Road.
Crime
Mar 1
Security guard, bystander pin down alleged assault suspect until police arrive
Kelowna RCMP say the suspect, a 49-year-old, was arrested for assault, uttering threats and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
Crime
Mar 26
One in custody after Orchard Park Mall threat report
At approximately 12:56 p.m., Kelowna RCMP were called to the mall following a report of a person with a firearm and was "threatening others."
Crime
Mar 19
Man arrested after report of possible weapon: Kelowna RCMP
According to police, a call of a possible weapon along the 3700 block of Casorso Road came in just before 7 a.m.
Crime
Feb 13
3 in custody after suspected break and enter: Kelowna RCMP
Kelowna RCMP say they received a call this morning from a concerned citizen about suspicious activity along the 400 block of Swaisland Road.
Crime
Feb 9
Rutland Road closure: 3 blocks in length, multiple victims, vehicles, say police
Kelowna RCMP say the the road is closed between Leathead Road and Hartman Road, and they are asking motorists to avoid the area.
Traffic
Feb 12
Police close section of rail trail in Kelowna, B.C.
Kelowna RCMP closed a section of the Okanagan Rail Trail on Wednesday morning, but said there was no risk to the public.
Crime
Feb 7
Volunteer group searching for missing West Kelowna man after COSAR pauses efforts
If you have any information regarding Singer-Kraus’ whereabouts, contact the West Kelowna RCMP and reference file 2024-5574.
Investigations
Feb 4
Heavy police presence at plaza mall in Kelowna
"It is important to know there is no concern for public safety," Kelowna RCMP said in a press release that gave no details as to what happened.
Crime
Feb 1
House fire in Rutland now an arson investigation: Kelowna RCMP
A couple living in the home’s basement told Global News they were alerted of the fire when the smoke alarm went off.
Canada
Jan 24
Cocaine, fentanyl, hydromorphone, oxycodone seized in arrest: Kelowna RCMP
Police seized approximately $4,000 in Canadian currency and thousands of potentially toxic drug doses including cocaine, fentanyl, hydromorphone, dilaudid and oxycodone pills.
Crime
Jan 24
Okanagan equestrian coach faces sex-related criminal charges
A Kelowna equestrian coach has been charged with six sex-related crimes, several of which involve youth, RCMP said in a press release.
Crime
Mar 28
Cocaine, meth and fentanyl found in hidden compartment: Kelowna RCMP
A traffic stop in Kelowna's Rutland neighbourhood in December led Mounties to a significant cache of drugs and money, Mounties said.
Crime
Jan 9
One person found injured at Queensway bus loop in Kelowna
First arriving officers located an individual with undisclosed injuries near the intersection of Pandosy Street. As a result of their injury, the person was taken to hospital.
Crime
Mar 17
Kelowna police seek owner of championship rings
The Sept. 29, 2023, theft investigation led Kelowna RCMP to a cache of ill-gotten goods, RCMP said.
Crime
Jan 11
Highway 97 in Kelowna reopened after “serious incident”
"Because this incident also included a structure fire in the location of interest, it will take some time before our officers can safely go in and continue the investigation."
Crime
Mar 27