Trail and Greater District RCMP weekly report - 2024-10-28

Bear attempts vehicle break-in

File # 2024-4902

On Friday, October 25, 2024, at 6:45 a.m. a frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officer received a report about an attempted break-in to a vehicle in the 100 block of Haig Street, in Warfield, BC.

The officer attended the scene and noticed bear paw prints all over the vehicle. The owner believed that there may have been a food attractant left inside overnight.

In order to reduce human-wildlife conflict, please lock your vehicle and remove all possible bear attractants from your vehicles and property. Says Sgt. Wicentowich.

Chonky bear breaks into residence

File # 2024-4916

On Friday, October 25, 2024, at 10:54 p.m. frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officers responded to a report of a bear that had broken into a residence in the 200 block of Rossland Avenue, in Trail, BC. The occupants had called police and locked themselves into room after the bear entered their residence.

Officers located the well-fed bear and scared it off the property.

The bear was fat and likely ready for hibernation. Until this time arrives, please make sure your vehicle and residence are secure, and clean up all potential food sources, says Sgt. Wicentowich Trail RCMP has spoken to the BC Conservation Officer Service and we hope to see a bigger presence of human-wildlife conflict reduction programs operating in the area soon.

More information on how to participate in a Bear Smart Community, please visit the BC Bear Smart Community Program website.

Bulldozer recovered!

On Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 9:29 a frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officer received a report from a witness who had located the bulldozer stolen from a property in Fruitvale, BC. Trail RCMP assisted the owner in recovering the vehicle.

We would like to thank the member of the public who reported the location of the stolen bulldozer to the police. The owner was very happy to have it returned to him in good condition. Says Sgt. Wicentowich.

The original story can be found in Trail and Greater District RCMP weekly report from October 21, 2024.

Have a Safe and Happy Halloween 2024 from your local RCMP!

On Thursday, October 31, 2024, frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officers will be on patrol for Halloween 2024 in an effort to make it a safe and fun night for everyone.

Everyone can help make it a great night by reviewing the following Halloween tips:

• Make sure children are visible when wearing their costume and walking around the neighbourhood. Add reflective material to their costumes if needed.
• Make sure their costume fit well and does not impair any of their senses; especially vision and hearing.
• Steer clear of all costume materials that may be flammable.
• Remind children to stay on sidewalks and sides of the road to avoid conflict with vehicles.
• Plan the trick-or-treating route ahead of time.
• Completed one side of the street at a time (no criss-crossing across the road).
• Cross the road at designated crosswalks and intersection whenever possible.
• Carry a flashlight and other illuminating items, like glowsticks, so drivers can see the children clearly in the dark.
• Travel in groups and with a parent or responsible adult.
• Only accept treats at the door. Never enter a car or house or go with someone to get candy.
• Do not eat candy until it is inspected by a parent or responsible adult.
• Carry a cellphone for emergencies.
• Assign a spot to meet if someone gets lost or separated from the group.
• Please be mindful of your pets as this holiday can be noisy and scary for them. Keep themselves inside if necessary.
• Drivers, please slow down and use caution. Children will be everywhere, and sometimes forgot to cross the road safely due to the excitement. If you can avoid driving on the roads, please do!

For more information, please visit the BC RCMP Halloween Safety Tips website.