We will archive the press releases and information provided from our local detachment every three months, this session provides information from July through to September 2007.
So we'll provide a link to the site through our portal, you will find it permanently placed on the right hand side column in our Podunk Service Centre. All of the information comes from the RCMP's BC Regional website.
August 22, 2007
Alaskan resident arrested trying to smuggle drugs out of Canada
August 14th, 2007, Prince Rupert BC-
An investigation at the Alaska Ferry Terminal in Prince Rupert resulted in the seizure of approximately one and a half kilograms of marihuana. United States Border Protection Officers became suspicious of a person in a vehicle attempting to board the ferry, on route to Alaska.
The Canadian Border Services Agency were called to attend and, utilizing their newly arrived canine unit, uncovered the drugs hidden inside of a tire in the trunk of the car. The lone occupant of the vehicle, a 40 year old male from Ward Cove, Alaska , was arrested and turned over to the Prince Rupert Detachment of the RCMP, along with the drugs.
Charges, under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, for possession of a drug for the purpose of exporting, are being recommended to Crown Counsel. The Alaska resident is due back in court on November 26th.
Steve Richards, Cst.Prince Rupert Media Relations / Community Policing
100 6th Ave WEstPrince Rupert, BC V8J 3Z3
Phone: (250)627-0700
Fax: (250)627-3013
Email: media.webmaster@rcmp-gr-.gc.ca
August 21, 2007
Search continues for Canada Wide Warrant suspect
August 21, 2007
Fraser Lake, BC:
The RCMP are currently trying to locate 21-year-old Richard Dean Zagwyn, also known as Richard Willier who is wanted on a Canada wide warrant for a Parole Violation.
Members of the Fraser Lake Detachment responded to a report of a single vehicle crash on Stella Road located on the north side of Fraser Lake yesterday afternoon. The driver of the vehicle fled the scene into the woods and soon after shots were heard. No one was injured and the suspect remains at large at this time.
Fraser Lake RCMP with the assistance of neighbouring RCMP Detachments and North District personnel are currently trying to locate the suspect involved.
Fraser Lake RCMP are also trying to locate Richard Dean Zagwyn whom they believed is a person of interest in this investigation.
Mr. Zagwyn was last seen in the Vanderhoof area on August 18th, 2007 and stated that he was planning on hitchiking to Fraser Lake.
He is wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for a Parole Violation and is currently prohibited from being in possession of firearms.
(Pictures and description previously released)
The public is to consider Mr. Zagwyn armed and dangerous and they are asked to not approach him. Anyone who has information about Mr. Zagwyn’s whereabouts is asked to contact police immediately.
Roadblocks have been set up and all residents of the immediate area have been personally spoken to by police and kept appraised of the situation. We are working to ensure that the situation ends peacefully and without injury. To that end, a limited amount of information has been released to the Media.
In order to allow Fraser Lake RCMP to deal with the situation and other policing needs, media relations is being handled by "E" Division Media Relations Officer Cst. Annie Linteau who can be reached at (604)264-2929.
Annie Linteau, Cst.Strategic Communications
5255 Heather StreetVancouver, B.C. V5Z IK6
Phone: (604) 264-2929Fax: (604) 264-3200
Email: media.webmaster@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
RCMP seek public’s assistance in locating Richard Zagwyn
August 21, 2007
Fraser Lake, BC:
The RCMP are currently trying to locate 21 year old Richard Dean ZAGWYN, also known as Richard WILLIER, and are seeking the public’s assistance. ZAGWYN was last seen in the Vanderhoof area on August 18, 2007 and stated that he was planning on hitchhiking to Fraser Lake.
He is wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for a Parole Violation and is currently prohibited from possession firearms. ZAGWYN is 5’10” (180 cm), 170 pounds (82 kg) with brown hair, brown eyes and a medium complexion. Photographs of ZAGWYN are available below as Attachments 1 & 2.
The public is to consider ZAGWYN armed and dangerous and they are asked to not approach ZAGWYN and to instead call police immediately if they have any information with respect to his whereabouts.
Released by: Cst. Annie Linteau “E” Division - Strategic Communications
Phone: (604) 264-2929
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Webmaster "E", DivisionCommunications Section
5255 Heather St.Vancouver, BC V5Z 1K6
Phone: (604)264-2929Fax: (604)264-3200
Email: media.webmaster@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
July 30, 2007
Two Arrested during RCMP Investigation into Trafficking in Prince Rupert
Monday, July 30, 2007
In the early morning of July 25th, 2007 the Prince Rupert RCMP General Investigation & Drug Section executed three search warrants, as part of an investigation into the sales of cocaine from a residence in the 800 block of Fulton Street, Prince Rupert.
Three search warrants were executed on three separate residences. Irving Alexander (Scotty) BARTON was arrested and charged with the possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking cocaine and evading police arrest. Police seized cocaine, marihuana, and a prohibited weapon during the search of the residences. Police also seized more than $55,000.00 in Canadian Currency believed to be proceeds of organized criminal activity.
A second person was arrested and subsequently released on a Promise to Appear. Prince Rupert RCMP will be recommending charges of Trafficking in a Controlled Substance and Possession of Proceeds from the Trafficking of Controlled Drugs and Substances against the 49 year old man from Prince Rupert. The investigation continues into the sales of cocaine in the area.
Those who have information pertaining to this are encouraged to contact Constable Kelly GRANT of the Prince Rupert RCMP General Investigations Section at 250-624-0700 or CrimeStoppers at 627-8477. For Cst Grant Prince Rupert GIS
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Steve Richards, Cst.Prince Rupert Media Relations / Community Policing
100 6th Ave WEstPrince Rupert, BC V8J 3Z3
Phone: (250)627-0700Fax: (250)627-3013
Email: media.webmaster@rcmp-gr-.gc.ca
July 9, 2007
Emergency Response Team Safely Arrests Male near Moricetown, BC
Monday July 9, 2007
Smithers, B.C.: One 65 year old Moricetwon resident is in custody after the execution of an arrest warrant on a rural property near Moricetown, BC early this morning. Members of the Prince Rupert Emergency Response Team attend the property of 65 year old Norman RENAUD at approximately 7:30 a.m. Monday July 9, 2007. Members were executing an arrest warrant for Mr. Renaud issued after the alleged assault of an RCMP member on June 26, 2007.
Following a routine traffic check, an altercation took place between the uniformed police officer and the accused punched the officer in the head. The accused then threatened to kill the officer and walked back into his wooded property. He returned a short time later to the location of the assault armed with a firearm and upon being observed by responding members again walked back into the woods on his property.
Given the nature of the assault and possibility of the discharge of firearms, police set up a response team to assess the risk factors. Until a safety assessment could be done, Highway 16 was temporarily closed while the investigation continued. After some time, and some information gathering, RCMP officers strategically took extra precautions to avoid injury or death to all parties. The parties being the suspect, the public, and the police officers themselves.
Many journalists were getting pieces of unconfirmed information and were inquiring with the RCMP to determine it’s accuracy. Our response was that due to safety concerns we could not discuss the nature of the investigation. It is important to advise you that the investigators consulted with the RCMP Behavioural Sciences Team prior to releasing any details regarding this criminal investigation. The RCMP Behavioural Sciences Team determined that this male was the type of individual who was unpredictable and would resort to violence if he felt trapped and /or confronted by authority figures.
As a result, Mr. RENAUD was taken into custody without incident outside of his residence by the members of the Prince Rupert Emergency Response Team and is now facing 4 counts including: Possession of a weapon dangerous to the public peace, Obstruction of Justice, Assault of a Police Officer and Uttering Threats.
The investigation is continuing and police are in the process of executing a search warrant on Mr. RENAUD’s property.
Additional firearms charges are possible. The investigation is continuing.
Released by: Sgt. Pierre Lemaitre “E” Division Media Relations
Phone (604)264-2929
Webmaster "E", DivisionCommunications Section
5255 Heather St.Vancouver, BC V5Z 1K6
Phone: (604)264-2929Fax: (604)264-3200
Email: media.webmaster@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
July 3, 2007
Suspicious fire damages local building
July 2nd, 2007, Prince Rupert, BC-
At approximately 3:00 am, Monday, July 2nd, the Prince Rupert Fire Department was called to a fire in the 200 block of 1st Ave West, at the construction site of the new Casino.
The fire was quickly extinguished by Fire Fighters, limiting the damage that was caused to the building.
The RCMP were contacted to investigate the source of the fire. With assistance from the Prince Rupert Fire Department, an RCMP investigation has been determined that the fire was intentionally set.RCMP investigators have seized evidence to examine it for fingerprints.
Possible arsons are taken very seriously by police, due to the high potential for serious property damage and risk to the safety of the public. Police are asking for the public's assistance in locating the suspect(s) in this investigation.
Anyone that may have seen or heard anything suspicious in the area is asked to contact Cst Richards of the Prince Rupert RCMP at 627-0700.
People wanting to remain anonymous can call Crimestoppers at 627-8477.
Crimestoppers does not require that you leave your name and you may be eligible for a cash reward.
Steve Richards, Cst.Prince Rupert Media Relations / Community Policing
100 6th Ave WEstPrince Rupert, BC V8J 3Z3
Phone: (250)627-0764
Fax: (250) 627-3013
Email: media.webmaster@rcmp-gr-.gc.ca
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