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Sunshine Coast
2025-04-29 11:38 PDT
On April 23 a suspect gained access to a vehicle parked in the 1000 block of Keith Rd in Gibsons and stole a wallet containing personal cards and bank cards. No other theft or damage was reported. Police recommended the owner report his identification theft to Equifax and remind the public to remove valuables from their vehicles.
On April 23, a coast resident reported being defrauded money from his bank account. The resident was having Gmail issues and contacted a company claiming to be Gmail. After accessing the computer remotely, the scammer was able to obtain $1000. Other multiple attempts at other accounts were unsuccessful. To learn about the red flags to watch out for, as well as the latest scams, please visit sites such as the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca or the Better Business Bureau at www.bbb.org
On April 27, a witness reported a possible impaired driver who drove over a curb in the 1100 Block of Sunshine Coast Hwy, Gibsons. Police located the vehicle and noted the driver was exhibiting signs of possible intoxication from alcohol. The driver was given and failed two roadside alcohol screening tests. The driver was issued a 90-day Immediate Roadside Prohibition and his vehicle was impounded for thirty days. The matter has been referred to RoadSafetyBC.On April 19, a witness reported a possible impaired driver who was swerving and speeding 5900 Block Sunshine Coast Hwy, Sechelt. Police after locating the vehicle nearby administered a roadside alcohol screening test, which resulted in a 3 day Immediate Roadside Prohibition.
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