246 Calls For West Vancouver Police Service Since December 5th Update
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BREAK & ENTER
B&E(Residential) – Stevens Drive Area
- Break-in discovered on residents return from vacation
- Forced entry through 2nd floor window
- Home alarm not triggered
B&E(Residential) – Cypress Bowl Road Area
- Forced entry to home through 2nd floor balcony door
- Residential alarm triggered. Patrol attended within minutes of notification
- Suspect had fled. Investigation ongoing
B&E(Multi-unit Residential Parking) – Ambleside Area
- Forced entry to gated parking area
- EV Charging equipment stolen
THEFT
Theft(Shoplifting) – Marine Drive / Taylor Way Area
- Two male suspects fled sports/outdoor wear retailer with high value jackets
- Officers patrolling area stopped & checked outbound taxi
- Suspects with stolen items found inside, arrested & held for court
- Multiple charges recommended
Theft – Shoplifting – Summary
- 22 Reports Since Last Update
- All from Taylor Way / Marine Drive Area
- Four Reports involving Theft in excess of $5000
Theft from Auto – Community Centre Area
- Woodworking tools stolen from unlocked, unattended vehicle in public parking
Theft from Auto – Marine Drive/Taylor Way Area
- Rear window smashed on vehicle in retail area parking
- High value gift items stolen from rear seat
Theft of Bicycle – Community Centre Area
- E-Bike locked to public area racks stolen
Theft from Auto – Memorial Park Area
- Vehicle left unlocked overnight in residential parking lot entered & ransacked
- Insurance papers & personal items stolen
Theft from Auto – Memorial Park Area
- Forced entry to vehicle overnight in residential parking lot
- Personal items of limited cash value stolen
Theft from Auto – Lions Gate Bridge Area
- Vehicle parked overnight in residential driveway
- No damage. Possibly left unlocked
- Sunglasses & cell phone stolen
Theft – Lions Gate Bridge Area
- Christmas ornaments stolen from yard
- Riding equipment stolen from sidebag of motorcycle parked in carport
FRAUD
Fraud – Dundarave Area
- Resident contacted by suspect claiming to represent personal bank
- Resident told bank accounts/home internet system were hacked
- Suspect told victim to send bank cards for analysis with a courier to pick them up
- Cards & PIN codes provided to individual attending residence
- Unauthorized withdrawals made before victim realized it was a scam
