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[LJ]

Why do we care what his life was like, you do the crime, you do the time. 

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Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers

IT'S WARRANT WEDNESDAY!

 

LEI PAN
Age: 54
Asian Male
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 188lbs
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown
Wanted for - Assault and Failure to Attend.

If anyone has information that can assist in locating this individual for these alleged crimes, please contact police or if you want to tell us anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477.

Saanich PD #25-5753

 

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Recent files of note - Nanaimo

2025-06-18

False Alarms

Since the beginning of April 2025, officers have attended to over 100 false alarms. To help reduce this number, the City of Nanaimo amended an existing bylaw to address this issue and hold property owners accountable. When an alarm is reported, if there is no property representative available, police will attend. Depending on the size of the property and nature of the alarm, multiple officers may attend. All doors and windows are checked for signs of forced entry, and if a door is found insecure, officers will search the interior of the building. Some calls may take upwards of 20-30 minutes to deal with. The overwhelming number of alarms are false. If officers attend to a false alarm and it is the first incident, the owner will receive a warning letter. If police attend a second time, the owner will be billed $150 with the amount added to their tax role. A third offence is $500.

Abandoned dog

File # 2025-16417 At approximately 4 AM on May 31, 2025, police found a very large, wet and scared dog tied up to the front steps of the police detachment. The officers dried the dog off, fed it and provided water before placing it in a secure shelter at the detachment. Animal Control was then contacted and took possession of the dog. The officer later learned that the owner of the dog had dropped the animal off as they were no unable to care for it. The animal is now in the care of Animal Control until a safe home can be found for it.

Animal calls

File # 25-17274 On June 7, 2025, officers attended to a report of dog that was reported to be in distress in a parked vehicle. Upon arrival, the attending officer noted that the vehicle in question was parked under a tree and was providing reasonable shade for the animal. The owner then attended and removed the dog from the vehicle. The officer did not see any signs of distress or health concerns in the animal. The officer took the opportunity to have a candid conversation with the dog owner about the risk of dogs overheating in vehicles. It was also brought up that next time it might be better to just leave the animal at home.

Check Well-Being

In early June officers attended to a residence to assist the homeowner with an ongoing issue with a family member. The resident said that a family member was screaming, punching walls, and claiming that unknown people were following them. They also were claiming their phone had been hacked. The home owner was concerned for not only the safety of the family member but for themselves. Officers spoke with the individual who was known to the officers. The officers noted that the adult man was not calm and acting rational. The individual assured the officers he did not want to hurt themselves or anyone else. The officers then offered community support which was readily accepted. The complainant was appreciative of the effort and time the officers gave to the situation.

Break and Enter

File # 2025-17450 At approximately 4:40 AM on June 9, 2025, a lingerie shop and barber shop located in the 100 block of Front St were broken into. Police attended and found the front door to the lingerie business smashed open, and an impression of a boot on the door. The nearby barber shop had also been broken into with a large brick found at the entrance. Smaller items were taken and both incidents still under investigation.

Missing child

File # 2025-17601 On June 10, 2025, an officer decided to spend his lunch hour mingling with students at local elementary school. While interacting with the students the officer was alerted that the principal of the school was giving chase to a student with developmental issues, who had run from the school. The officer took up the chase and managed to find the teacher trying to convince the young boy out from some nearby bushes where he was hiding. The officer assisted and successfully they removed the child from his hiding spot and escorted him back to the school.

Thefts from vehicles

File # 2025-17814 Sometime overnight on June 13, 2025, an unlocked vehicle parked in the 400 block of Machleary St was rummaged through. Taken was a blue tote containing a number of play station 2 games and assorted DVD movies.

File # 2025-17962 Sometime overnight on June 13, 2025, an unlocked vehicle parked near Buttertubs Marsh was ransacked. Taken were various CD’s and gas receipts.

File # 2025-17977 Sometime overnight on June 13, 2025, an unlocked vehicle parked in the 800 block of Dufferin St was rummaged through. Taken was a men’s dark brown leather wallet and insurance papers.

 

File # 2025-17969 Sometime overnight on June 16, 2025, an unlocked truck parked on While Blossom Way, was rummaged through. Taken was a HP Elite laptop with serial # 359Z1UT#ABA/5CG146B12V.

Theft of tools

File # 2025-18135 On June 14, 2025, a vehicle owner reported tools taken from the back of his truck while aboard a BC Ferry. The vehicle owner said the ferry left Horseshoe Bay at around 1:30 PM and was expected to arrive at Departure Bay at 2:45 PM. The vehicle was parked on the 3rd level of the ferry. The theft was only realized when the owner returned to their vehicle as the ferry was preparing to dock at Departure Bay. Taken was a new red Milwaukee tool box, that contained a Milwaukee Grinder, along with several batteries and an assortment of other tools. Police are working with BC Ferry’s security to review surveillance footage.

Released by:

R/Cst Gary O'Brien
Media Relations Officer
Nanaimo RCMP

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Police investigating found body

Port Alberni

2025-06-18 - File #2025-5838

Port Alberni RCMP is investigating following the discovery of a deceased person in a local park on Monday.

On June 16, 2025, at 5:41 p.m., Port Alberni RCMP received the report of a body in Dry Creek Park. Frontline officers responded and located a deceased person with apparent injuries. Forensic Identification Services attended and processed the scene.

General Investigation Section has assumed conduct of the ongoing investigation and is working with the BC Coroner's Service to determine the circumstances that lead to this death. Based on the initial information the death is being treated as suspicious.

The deceased person has been identified, however their name is not being released at this time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Port Alberni RCMP at 250-723-2424.

Released by:

Sgt. Vanessa Munn
District Advisory NCO (Media Relations)
Lower Mainland District

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Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers

THROWBACK THURSDAY

We are reposting this crime with the hope that someone can help identify this suspect and bring some closure to the family who experienced this theft.

 

Saanich Police are still looking to identify this suspect who attempted to fraudulently cash stolen cheques. A break in occurred at a storage locker in the 5000 block of Cordova Bay Road. Stolen from the storage locker were cheques and other paperwork belonging to a deceased individual, as well as skis, camping gear and other sporting equipment belonging to the deceased individual’s family member.

If you recognize this suspect and you want to tell us their name anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477.

Saanich PD #24-8715

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Arrest at sea: Suspect in stolen boat arrested after allegedly firing flares at police, attempting to ram police vessel

West Coast Marine Services

2025-06-19 - File #2025-3740

A 25-year-old man has been arrested after a dangerous incident involving a stolen fishing boat that allegedly attempted to ram and evade a police vessel off the coast of Prince Rupert.

On the evening of Monday, June 16, 2025 reports were received that the fishing boat, which had been reported stolen out of Port Hardy a day earlier, had been spotted south of Prince Rupert.

RCMP Patrol Vessel Inkster and a West Coast Marine Services vessel responded and attempted to intercept the stolen boat, but it did not stop.

The situation quickly escalated, becoming increasingly dangerous as the boat operator then allegedly tried to evade police while on the water in the dark, including firing flares at police and attempting to ram a responding police vessel. The operator of the stolen boat was also using the boat’s VHF radio to allegedly threaten police.

After pursuing the stolen vessel for more than an hour, the suspect eventually ran the fishing boat aground, and police were able to safely take the man into custody.

This was a dynamic situation that endangered everyone on the water, including the suspect, responding officers, and all other marine traffic. We are glad this situation was safely resolved with the suspect being taken into custody, and nobody getting injured. There was a high level of risk involved given the area and the unpredictable actions of the boat operator, said Cpl. Jeff Haney, acting Sergeant with West Coast Marine Services.

The investigation is ongoing and charges will be recommended. The grounded fishing boat has since been recovered and towed from the area.

West Coast Marine Services would like to thank and acknowledge partners involved with this file, which has included assistance from Prince Rupert RCMP, Port Hardy RCMP, the Canadian Coast Guard and the Metlakatla First Nation.

 

 

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RCMP looking for suspect after knifepoint Nanaimo robbery

Jun 19, 2025 

 

NANAIMO — RCMP were called out to Ruckledge Store @ Gas N Go along Trans Canada Hwy. @ Morden Rd. ~3:40 a.m. June 18 after a man entered brandishing a knife.

RCMP describe a man in late teens/early 20s, ~5’10” to 6′ tall w/a thin build, wearing a blue t-shirt & dark pants w/striped runners & black baseball cap. Dark rimmed glasses & a white cloth covered his face. Cash & merchandise were turned over.

RCMP: “Anybody walking on the hwy, cars leaving @ high speed, a bicycle/motorcycle nearby, we’re starting fresh and we want to ID this person.”

Anyone w/info, call RCMP @ 250-754-2345, ref #2025-18526.

 

More: https://nanaimonewsn...-store-robbery/

[aastra]

 

At this time, there is no indication that the graffiti was motivated by hate or political intent.

 

That's a relief. Flagrant vandalism with satanic implications is like a breath of fresh air in the year 2025. I think we can all agree it's a kinder, gentler brand of property defacement. It actually seems kind of classy compared to the more mainstream stuff. But then that's Oak Bay for you.

Edited by aastra, 19 June 2025 - 01:01 PM.

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Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers

ITS FIND 'EM FRIDAY!

Help us catch these Cross Country Crooks!

This fraudster duo has been coasting from Saskatchewan to Alberta to BC but instead of collecting souvenirs, they’re collecting other people’s credit card information. These two fraudsters aren’t sight-seeing; they’re swipe seeing resulting in theft and fraud over $5000.

 

The suspects are described as:

1. Male, light skinned, goatee, 2 tone, grey/dark blue/black cap, approximately 6’ tall with a medium build, wearing a “HEADRUSH” t-shirt, chain around his neck, blue jeans and tattoos on his right arm.

2. Female, dyed blonde shoulder length hair, wearing black framed glasses, grey t-shirt with a black cardigan, blue jeans and a black purse strapped across her chest.

If you spot them – don’t let them skip town. Help us put the brakes on their criminal spree! If anyone has information that can assist in identifying this individual for this alleged crime, please contact police or if you want to tell us anonymously, please call 1-800-222-8477. 

Saskatoon Police – #25-63505

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Man charged with impaired driving in fatal Nanaimo crash: RCMP

June 20, 2025 

 

Samuel Brody Taylor, 47, was arrested June 16 & has been charged w/impaired driving & dangerous driving causing death in a crash Aug. 10, 2024 on Nanaimo Pkwy. He is to appear in court Jun 24.

2 vehicles were involved - a car driver crossed the median between Dunster Rd overpass & Doumont Rd bridge – into oncoming traffic, hitting an SUV.

The SUV driver, Joy Pecknold, died of her injuries.

 

Pecknold - NanaimoNewsNow

 

More: https://cheknews.ca/...-rcmp-1262340/ 

Edited by pontcanna, 20 June 2025 - 11:31 AM.

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Warrant issued after fail to appear in Nanaimo court

Jun 20, 2025 

 

Pollen

NANAIMO — A warrant has been issued for 38-y/o David Harold Thomas Pollen, who is before the courts on charges of B&E/steal firearm and discharge firearm. Offence date 27 May.

Described as Caucasian, 5’9”, 190 lbs w/brown hair/hazel eyes. Contact RCMP @ 250-754-2345, ref #2025-15964.

 

More: https://nanaimonewsn...-nanaimo-court/

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Police Investigate Property Damage Downtown

Date: Friday, June 20, 2025

File: #25-22968

Victoria, B.C. – Police are investigating incidents of property damage to businesses and vehicles in downtown Victoria that occurred in the early morning of June 20.

At approximately 1:45 a.m., police received multiple reports of a man damaging business windows and parked vehicles in the 1600-block of Government Street. A witness also reported the suspect overturned a planter near Johnson Street and Government Street and damaged a vehicle’s side mirror while attempting to smash a window at a nearby business. Another witness reported the suspect smashing a vehicle window near the intersection of Yates Street and Government Street.

Thanks to detailed descriptions provided by those who called in, Patrol officers located a man matching the suspect’s description near the “Whale Wall” in the 1300-block of Wharf Street and arrested him at approximately 2:10 a.m.

A suspect was taken into custody and held on pre-existing warrants, then released while the investigation into these events continues.

Investigators believe there may be additional unreported incidents and are asking anyone who may have noticed damage to their business or vehicle in the 1300-1600 block of Government Street, or who has information related to these incidents, to contact the E-Comm Report Desk at (250) 995-7654, extension 1, and reference file number 25-22968.

[Victoria Watcher]

A suspect was taken into custody and held on pre-existing warrants, then released while the investigation into these events continues.

 

 

Typical.

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Man sentenced for meth-fueled Gabriola tirade

Jun 23, 2025

NANAIMO - An Oct. 2023 late-nite home invasion by Nathan Neil Macleod, 46, resulted in 2.5 yrs time-served, w/2 yrs probation on June 20. He pleaded guilty to arson & mischief over $5k.

 

Macleod, under the influence of crystal meth & alcohol, told the elderly Gabriola couple that his girlfriend was going to kill him.

Macleod was seen throwing things throughout the house. He had set a bedroom on fire. RCMP convinced Macleod to come downstairs. His hands and face were bloody, a splinter protruded from his neck.

Apprehended under the MHA and taken to hospital, MacLeod was arrested 5 days later. He was i/c from Oct. 12/23 until June 20 release.
 

In his only other serious crime, he broke into Vancouver's Emily Carr Uni & started a fire.

A report stated his symptoms were consistent w/intoxication, not drug-induced psychosis.

Macleod has progressed in rehab @ NCC. Reference letters from staff were submitted. He is deemed to be at relatively high risk for relapse. He apologized for his actions, & was ordered to stay off Gabriola during probation.

More: https://nanaimonewsn...-island-tirade/

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Drug Traffickers Charged Following Seizure Of 20 Firearms, 4.5 Kilograms Of Cocaine

June 23, 2025 - File: #24-19759

Victoria, B.C. – Two men and two women were charged last week, following a lengthy investigation by VicPD’s General Investigative Services (GIS) section last year.

On June 25, 2024, a male was taken into custody in the West Shore after VicPD’s GIS section conducted a covert drug trafficking investigation, resulting in the seizure of 20 firearms, over 20,000 rounds of ammunition, $27,000 in cash, 4.5 kilograms of cocaine and two sets of ballistic armour. On June 11, 2025, Federal crown counsel approved charges against Kelt Haymes, Lain Babin, Sarah Bonin, and Abigail Lopez. Details of the investigation and a breakdown of the charges are below.

Kelt Haymes was charged with one count of possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition, two counts of careless storage of a firearm, one count of unauthorized possession of a prohibited device, and one count of possession of Cocaine for the purpose of trafficking.

Lain Babin was charged with two counts of trafficking Cocaine and one count of possession of Cocaine for the purpose of trafficking.

Sarah Bonin was charged with one count of trafficking Cocaine.

Abigail Lopez was charged with one count of possession of Cocaine for the purpose of trafficking.

In early June of 2024, GIS officers began a covert investigation on a suspected drug trafficker. A search warrant for a residence in the 800-block of Pintail Place was granted by a Judge. As the residence was in Langford, West Shore RCMP’s Emergency Response Team assisted the Greater Victoria Emergency Response team and VicPD’s Strike Force team in the arrest of Kelt Haymes at the residence on June 25. 2024. The search of the residence yielded multiple firearms and a significant quantity of cocaine, ammunition, and cash.

 

The culmination of the investigation led to charges being approved against Lain Babin, Sarah Bonin, and Abigail Lopez, in addition to Haymes.

“This investigation demonstrated the dedication and determination of our officers and staff,” said VicPD Chief Del Manak. “I am incredibly proud of the work done by our GIS officers, Strike Force, and the Greater Victoria Emergency Response Team, alongside the crucial support from our civilian staff, in their combined efforts to secure charges and remove dangerous weapons and drugs from our community.”

Further details are not available as this matter is now before the courts.

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FB photo from 2021

 

Driver arrested after vehicle collides with police car

West Shore

2025-06-23 - File #2025-12123

Just after midnight on June 22, 2025, a West Shore RCMP Frontline officer was patrolling the area near Jacklin Rd and Rex Rd in Langford when the officer observed a Grey 2002 Chevy Malibu with inactive insurance and displaying a licence plate that had been reported as stolen.

The officer attempted a traffic stop with the vehicle however the driver did not stop. Shortly thereafter, police set up a blockade in attempts to stop the suspect vehicle near the 2600 block of Sooke Rd. The suspect vehicle collided with a police car at this location.

Police arrested the driver who is identified as 36-year-old Michael Alexander Bruce. Michael Bruce was held in custody and has been charged with the following:

Operate a motor vehicle while prohibited S.320.18(1)(a) CC;
Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle S.320.13(1) CC;
Resist arrest S.129(a) CC;
Possession of stolen property under $5000 S.355(b) CC.

Michael Bruce was remanded into custody and has an upcoming court date in July.

Fortunately, no one sustained any injuries as a result of this incident, particularly as the incident unfolded during the late-night hours, said Cpl. Nancy Saggar, Media Relations Officer, West Shore RCMP.

Released by:

Cpl. Nancy Saggar
Media Relations Officer
West Shore RCMP

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Witnesses and Dashcam Footage Sought

June 23, 2025

On June 22, 2025, just before 6pm, a cyclist heading eastbound on McKenzie Avenue collided with a southbound red vehicle, believed to be a Ford Escape, in the intersection of McKenzie and Blenkinsop Road. The vehicle had just turned left off McKenzie onto Blenkinsop. The cyclist suffered significant but not life-threatening injuries. The vehicle failed to stay at the scene.

We are asking for any who witnessed the collision or was driving in the area at the time and has dashcam footage to contact our non-emergency number: 250-475-4321. Please note that you are calling about file #25-11441.

Jason Hallman | Communications Advisor

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Man convicted of Sooke manslaughter to be released after serving sentence

June 23, 2025 

Michael McCormick

Michael McCormick was sentenced to 12 yrs in 2017 for the 2014 manslaughter of his mother in Sooke.

He has served 2/3rds of his sentence and will be released w/conditions, incl returning nightly to a residential or psych facility.

His history incl convictions for firearms, assault, drugs, obstruction, threats & breach. Also domestic violence, resist arrest & assaulting police. Psych difficulties incl suicidal ideation, depression, delusional & paranoid behaviour.

Released in 2022, McCormick was revoked by the Parole Board in 2024 for “driving while intoxicated by cannabis & intimidat(ing) parking attendants.” “You have difficulty controlling your violent tendencies & require additional monitoring & supervision.”

He is prohibited from the Nanaimo region (Ladysmith to Parksville).

 

More: https://cheknews.ca/...ntence-1262845/

Edited by pontcanna, 23 June 2025 - 04:52 PM.

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