With May long weekend nearing, Kelowna RCMP issue safe-driving reminder
'During the May long weekend, we typically see an influx in vehicle traffic and road related incidents,' said Sgt. Colby Attlesey.
Canada
May 14
90-day ban for driver after backing into parked Kelowna RCMP vehicle, refusing impairment test
Kelowna RCMP say officers were assisting paramedics early Saturday when one officer saw a white SUV come into contact with a parked RCMP vehicle.
Canada
May 7
Police seek help in Kelowna stranger sexual assault investigation
Police are asking the public if they were in the area during the evening of May 11 and recognize this individual to contact the Kelowna RCMP at 250-762-3300
Crime
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Drugs, gang paraphernalia seized in West Kelowna bust: RCMP
Prescription morphine was also discovered and it's been confirmed through further investigation that it was not diverted from safer supply drugs.
Crime
Apr 8
Kelowna RCMP confirm puppy buried in park was stillborn or already deceased
Kelowna RCMP are dispelling any misinformation that may have come from the Loseth Park issue.
Canada
Apr 5
Kelowna RCMP investigate violent case of road rage
According to police, a male driving a dark grey Dodge Ram pickup truck got into a physical altercation with two males in a black Honda Civic.
Crime
Apr 2
Man treated for burns after fire at Kelowna, B.C. gas station
Authorities are asking anyone who may have witnessed a fire at a gas station on Highway 97, or who have dashcam footage, to contact the Kelowna RCMP Detachment at 250-762-3300.
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Apr 21
Kelowna RCMP confirm homicide after family member says brother was fatally shot
According to Jacqueline Kofoed in Kelowna, her brother Jeremy was fatally shot after an argument at Adventure Trucks on Adams Road. Police have confirmed two bodies were found.
Crime
Mar 30
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
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
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
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
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
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
Fentanyl, pills, cash and kitchen appliances found in West Kelowna raid: RCMP
Search warrants were executed in March as the culmination of a lengthy investigation in relation to property crime and drug trafficking throughout the Central Okanagan area.
Crime
May 1
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
Search for missing Okanagan senior enters sixth day
Ground, UTV, tracking and dog teams from Kelowna, Grand Forks, Kamloops, Kaslo and the Fraser Valley are assisting the RCMP in the search for a missing senior.
Canada
Apr 28
Closed portion of Highway 97 in Kelowna reopens after 2-vehicle collision
Police say the collision happened at Edwards Road, and that the northbound lanes of Highway 97 have been temporarily closed.
Traffic
May 16
Missing senior: Okanagan man, 79, hasn’t been seen since April 16, police say
Police say Alan Francescutti may have a medical condition and that he travelled to the Mabel Lake and Shuswap Falls area as recently as April 12.
Canada
Apr 23
Kelowna to allow alcohol on more local beaches
The city says that effective immediately, the number of parks where having a drink is acceptable has grown to eight from last year's three.
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May 15
