https://www.vicnews....ictoria-7116682
As opposed to a real Santa? Or the real Santa.
As far as I’m concerned it’s a replica Santa with a replica handgun.
Edited by Victoria Watcher, 29 November 2023 - 02:19 PM.
Posted 29 November 2023 - 02:18 PM
Edited by Victoria Watcher, 29 November 2023 - 02:19 PM.
Posted 29 November 2023 - 02:52 PM
Why comment on his attire after the arrest?
They never say “police arrested a man in a blue t-shirt and jeans”.
I mean, its certainly unusual, so qualifies as newsworthy, no?
Posted 29 November 2023 - 03:32 PM
People keep referring to this as a “replica” or “ fake” gun. That includes a police constable on the Ryan Price show today. However, if that CO2 cartridge was part of the assembly then it was a pellet pistol, capable of firing a projectile. (Of course Santa probably didn’t know how to keep it operational.)
Posted 29 November 2023 - 03:36 PM
Edited by Victoria Watcher, 29 November 2023 - 03:36 PM.
Posted 29 November 2023 - 09:27 PM
Sad Santa has an outstanding warrant for uttering threats.
Posted 30 November 2023 - 04:39 PM
Charges approved for two Island drug trafficking investigations
The BC Prosecution Service has approved charges related to two drug trafficking investigations on Vancouver Island carried out by the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of British Columbia (CFSEU-BC).
Posted 01 December 2023 - 07:16 AM
Child services failed boy killed by his mother and stepdad, father says
“My boy shouldn’t have been there. They had alcohol and drugs going on in the home,” says the father of six-year-old Don-Tay Patrick Lucas.
Posted 01 December 2023 - 12:38 PM
Man arrested for allegedly attacking Nanaimo homeowner with bat
Dec 1, 2023
NANAIMO — A man avoided serious injury after an attacker armed with an aluminum baseball bat tried to get into a south Nanaimo home.
It happened on Friday, Dec. 1 at about 3 a.m., according to a Nanaimo RCMP, who reported a 20-year-old man attempted to get into a Roberta Rd. East home.
Nanaimo RCMP Res. Cst. Gary O’Brien said a man was awoken to the sound of glass breaking on a kitchen window, he then spotted a hand attempting to gain entry.
A scuffle ensued outside the home between the two where the homeowner received minor injuries due to strikes from the bat, however, O’Brien noted the tables turned on the suspect.
“The suspect gets disarmed and now the homeowner has the bat and he’s using it in self-defence to protect himself and his family and his home,” O’Brien told NanaimoNewsNOW.
O’Brien said the homeowner held the suspect in the carport until police arrived.
Following the high-risk incident, Calvin Anthony Michael was charged with five offences, including break and enter, assault with a weapon and breaching probation.
More: https://nanaimonewsn...owner-with-bat/
Posted 01 December 2023 - 12:46 PM
Sounds like this poor home invader was likely suffering from desperation and poverty, and may have even been an at-risk person. Sure hope he didn't get injured by the homeowner.
This raises an interesting question about self defense laws in canada. I've heard you can't shoot someone who invades your home (or at least it's not clear cut like in most states). But what about taking an invader's baseball bat and using it against them? Also frowned upon?
Posted 02 December 2023 - 12:02 AM
Police investigate home invasion with firearm
West Shore
2023-12-01
File #2023-24511
On December 1, at approximately 4:50 p.m., the West Shore RCMP responded to a report of a home invasion near the 3000 block of Glen Lake Rd in Langford.
Police were on scene within minutes of receiving the call and learned that a male suspect had pushed his way into the victim’s home after the front door had been opened to determine why the victim’s dogs were barking. After the victim’s dogs challenged the suspect, he allegedly brandished a black handgun before leaving the home and running toward Alouette Drive. The victim did not sustain any physical injuries from this incident.
Frontline officers contained the area and a Police Dog was deployed. The area was searched extensively however, police were unable to locate the suspect. Officers also canvassed the neighbourhood for witnesses and CCTV.
The suspect is described as:
Caucasian male in his late 20’s - early 30’s without facial hair;
Short to medium dark hair which protruded from underneath a hat;
Slim build (approx. 150 pounds); approx. 5’6-5’8 tall;
A dime-sized red mark, possibly a scar or birthmark on his right cheek/lower jaw;
Wearing a black hat, black jacket, grey shirt, dark pants, athletic style footwear with black and white stripes;
Police are asking the residents living in the area to check their home surveillance cameras for the period between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. on December 1 and if you believe you have captured the suspect on camera to report it to police. If you have information on this crime or think you know who the suspect may be, please call West Shore RCMP at 250-474-2264. Do not approach the suspect as he may be armed and is considered dangerous.
The victim and suspect are not known to each other. Police believe this is an isolated incident as similar reports of this nature have not been received.
Released by
Cpl. Nancy Saggar
Media Relations Officer
West Shore RCMP
Posted 02 December 2023 - 12:04 AM
Investigators Seek Witnesses And Dashcam Footage After 62-Year-Old Pedestrian Struck In Hit And Run
Date: Friday, December 1, 2023
File: #23-44370
Victoria, BC – Investigators are looking for additional information after a woman was struck while crossing the road at an intersection early Wednesday morning.
On November 29 at approximately 12:15 a.m., a 62-year-old woman was struck by a vehicle while crossing the road in the crosswalk at the intersection of Foul Bay Road and Fairfield Road. The driver was reported to be travelling at a high rate of speed and failed to stop at the stop sign before striking the woman and sending her to the ground.
The vehicle is described as a white sports car, and it may have damage to the front passenger side from making contact with the pedestrian
The driver did not stop after striking the pedestrian and was last seen travelling southbound on Foul Bay Road towards Gonzales Beach. Below is a map of where the incident occurred:
Map of Intersection
Posted 02 December 2023 - 10:05 PM
-Same headline, different invasion:
RCMP investigate home invasion with firearm
West Shore
2023-12-02
File #2023-24550
On December 2, at approximately 2:45 a.m., the West Shore RCMP responded to a report of a home invasion near the 1500 block of Middle Rd in View Royal.
Police were on scene within minutes of receiving the call and secured the residence and neighborhood.
Officers learned that a male suspect had entered the victim’s home through the front door and discharged what may have been a firearm while inside the residence. The suspect then fled the scene. One occupant received minor injuries.
The area was searched extensively, however, police were unable to locate the suspect.
The suspect is described as:
• Male with dark skin;
• Dark pants;
• Bright white shoes;
• Hoodie.
At this time, police are unable to confirm whether this incident is related to the earlier one in Langford.
Police are asking residents living in the area to check their home surveillance cameras for the period between 2:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. on December 2 and if you believe you have captured the suspect on camera to report it to police. If you have information on this crime or think you know who the suspect may be, please call West Shore RCMP at 250-474-2264. Do not approach the suspect as he may be armed and is considered dangerous.
Released by
Cst. Andrew Matheson
Media Relations Officer
West Shore RCMP
Posted 03 December 2023 - 12:13 AM
...what about taking an invader's baseball bat and using it against them?
I assume it would be a strike against you, although I have nothing to base it on. As soon as he runs down the path and leaves the yard isn't your home safe? I would err on the side of caution and not lay a glove on him after that. Let it slide. Stop yourself short. Don't get into a brawl. Yes, the guy was planning to steal, but if you go balls-out into left field trying to run him down you might end up getting pine-tarred and feathered. That wouldn't be a good way to lead off the new year. But ultimately it would be the defender's choice.
Posted 03 December 2023 - 12:25 AM
Let me put it this way: if you slug him you'll probably get more than just a rap on the knuckles. They'll try to put you in the hall of shame. It's not worth the gamble. Don't screw yourself.
Posted 03 December 2023 - 02:23 PM
Some of those baseball puns were a stretch. I'm sure the seniors appreciated them. But the juniors, probably not so much. Sorry.
Posted 03 December 2023 - 02:26 PM
You know you've gone too far when other forumers are root, root, rooting for the mods to eject you.
Posted 03 December 2023 - 02:30 PM
I could continue trying to pitch the perfect pun, but this cycle must end. Tempers are hanging by a shoestring.
Posted 03 December 2023 - 08:20 PM
“It was a little scary,” said Smith, who took the video.
Later in the video, the driver gets out of his car and confronts another protester before Protective Services separates them.
“This got heated. He (the driver) lost his temper,” Smith told CHEK News. “Everybody has a right to protest and democracy, but you don’t have the right to use your car as a weapon.”
In an email, Victoria police say one person was arrested Sunday in relation to the demonstration, and in photos posted to X (formerly Twitter), the same man who was behind the wheel is seen being put into handcuffs.
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