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Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue and Emergency Health Services (ambulance) were notified and took over the medical care of the man after arriving on scene. Photo: File

Man found dead on Trail riverbank, police suspect overdose

The man’s death is under investigation by the coroner, though RCMP suspect an illicit drug overdose

Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue and Emergency Health Services (ambulance) were notified and took over the medical care of the man after arriving on scene. Photo: File
RCMP officers responded to an aggressive coyote that was actively stalking a leashed dog and his owner through a Tadanac park the night of Tuesday, July 19. Photo: Unsplash

Coyote destroyed after stalking dog walker in Tadanac

Trail RCMP inform there have been repeated complaints about this coyote stalking residents and pets

RCMP officers responded to an aggressive coyote that was actively stalking a leashed dog and his owner through a Tadanac park the night of Tuesday, July 19. Photo: Unsplash
Police briefs from the Trail and Greater District RCMP for the second week of July. Photo: Times file

Trail RCMP report crashes, lost valuable and more

Police highlights from the second week of July in Trail and the surrounding area

Police briefs from the Trail and Greater District RCMP for the second week of July. Photo: Times file
The West Kootenay arm of the BC Backcountry Hunters and Anglers has launched a citizen science project to collect information on West Kootenay alpine lake fisheries. For more information visit: www.backcountryhunters.org Photo: Jim Bailey

Trail RCMP; Be prepared for the great outdoors

Follow the “leave no trace” principal by packing out all garbage, waste, and recycling.

The West Kootenay arm of the BC Backcountry Hunters and Anglers has launched a citizen science project to collect information on West Kootenay alpine lake fisheries. For more information visit: www.backcountryhunters.org Photo: Jim Bailey
Wildlife is a part of Kootenay life. Secure attractants to prevent animal conflicts. Photo: Unsplash

Trail RCMP report fraud attempt, neighbourhood bear, and theft

Anyone with info on the whereabouts of the stolen chainsaws is urged to call Trail RCMP

Wildlife is a part of Kootenay life. Secure attractants to prevent animal conflicts. Photo: Unsplash
Trail resident Marjorie Mast had her flowering baskets stolen from her home, but was overwhelmed after an anonymous resident dropped off this lovely hanging basket for her. Photo: Jim Bailey

Flower theft blossoms into act of beauty for Trail pensioner

Marjorie Mast had flowers stolen from her house, but RCMP and a good Samaritan respond

Trail resident Marjorie Mast had her flowering baskets stolen from her home, but was overwhelmed after an anonymous resident dropped off this lovely hanging basket for her. Photo: Jim Bailey
A puppy named Nugget has been returned home after going missing when his owner’s truck and camper were reported stolen with the dog inside. (Courtesy West Shore RCMP)

‘Nugget’ the dog stolen from Langford home safe after being found in Alberta

Nugget was in a camper and truck stolen on May 26

A puppy named Nugget has been returned home after going missing when his owner’s truck and camper were reported stolen with the dog inside. (Courtesy West Shore RCMP)
“THINK provides five simple steps to prevent becoming the victim of one of the most common crimes in the Trail and Greater District area,” advises Sgt. Mike Wicentowich.

Trail RCMP; Life of senior is saved and remember to ‘THINK’

Trail senior expected to recover from this medical emergency.

“THINK provides five simple steps to prevent becoming the victim of one of the most common crimes in the Trail and Greater District area,” advises Sgt. Mike Wicentowich.
Trail police are searching for the rightful owner of these pearls. Photo: Trail RCMP

Trail RCMP: Are these your stolen items?

Anyone with information is asked to call the Trail detachment at 250.364.2566.

Trail police are searching for the rightful owner of these pearls. Photo: Trail RCMP
Two men were arrested on separate days in May on this sailboat, which was reported stolen from Cadboro Bay. One man was arrested on outstanding warrants, and the other is in court this month to face charges of possession of stolen property. (Courtesy BC RCMP)

B.C. pair arrested after drifting over US border on a stolen sailboat

One arrested on outstanding warrants, second let go, arrested later after discovery boat was stolen

Two men were arrested on separate days in May on this sailboat, which was reported stolen from Cadboro Bay. One man was arrested on outstanding warrants, and the other is in court this month to face charges of possession of stolen property. (Courtesy BC RCMP)
Handgun seized by Trail RCMP during recent traffic stop. Photo: Trail RCMP

Vehicle stop yields drugs, handgun to Trail RCMP

A Trail officer was on a routine patrol when she detained a woman and man

Handgun seized by Trail RCMP during recent traffic stop. Photo: Trail RCMP
Catalytic converters contain valuable and rare materials such as platinum and rhodium, making them a target for theft. Photo: Mission RCMP

Trail business targeted, catalytic converters stolen from 10 cars

Trail police say they are continuing to investigate the May 25 theft.

Catalytic converters contain valuable and rare materials such as platinum and rhodium, making them a target for theft. Photo: Mission RCMP
A Trail man reported to police that he sent a nude photograph to another social media account, then received a message to transfer $400 electronically or the photo would be posted to the public on the internet. Photo: Unsplash

Nude photo prompts online extortion case for the Trail RCMP

Trail police determined the attempted extortion was likely perpetrated from a foreign account.

A Trail man reported to police that he sent a nude photograph to another social media account, then received a message to transfer $400 electronically or the photo would be posted to the public on the internet. Photo: Unsplash
Crime prevention can be as simple as locking your car. Photo: Jeff Siepman/Unsplash

Trail RCMP find 40 unlocked vehicles despite ongoing warnings

$81 fines could be coming

Crime prevention can be as simple as locking your car. Photo: Jeff Siepman/Unsplash
A man has been arrested after carjacking in Kelowna May 28. (file photo)

Naked drunk man carjacks couple’s car in Kelowna

The unclothed intoxicated man jumped into their trunk and told them to drive near Apple Bowl

A man has been arrested after carjacking in Kelowna May 28. (file photo)
The BC SPCA is conducting a follow up investigation with the owners. Photo: File

RCMP help rescue neglected pets in Fruitvale

Police says both animals continue to do well in care of shelter staff.

The BC SPCA is conducting a follow up investigation with the owners. Photo: File
The front door of the CFB Chilliwack Historical Society museum on Wellington Street downtown Chilliwack where thieves stole a gun and more than 20 bayonets on May 15, 2022. (Paul Henderson/ Chilliwack Progress)

Thieves break in to Chilliwack Military Museum stealing a gun and bayonets

Stolen were as many as 30 bayonets and a non-operable airsoft Tommy gun

The front door of the CFB Chilliwack Historical Society museum on Wellington Street downtown Chilliwack where thieves stole a gun and more than 20 bayonets on May 15, 2022. (Paul Henderson/ Chilliwack Progress)
The suspect tripped over his own feet and fell down; which promptly resulted in the Trail RCMP officer arresting him for criminal break, enter and theft. Photo: Max Bender/Unsplash

Trail RCMP arrest klutzy Castlegar thief after he trips up

The suspect attempted to flee but the officer followed him in a marked police vehicle

The suspect tripped over his own feet and fell down; which promptly resulted in the Trail RCMP officer arresting him for criminal break, enter and theft. Photo: Max Bender/Unsplash
A 33-year old Kelowna man is behind bars after the Trail and Salmo RCMP joined forces to track down the alleged thief of a BMW. Photo: Bastian Pudill/Unsplash

Trail and Salmo RCMP team up to nab alleged car thief from Kelowna

Michael Shimaro-Campbell remains in custody charged with criminal offences in Trail and Salmo.

A 33-year old Kelowna man is behind bars after the Trail and Salmo RCMP joined forces to track down the alleged thief of a BMW. Photo: Bastian Pudill/Unsplash
Police briefs. (File photo)

Rossland hit by series of thefts

Police reports that a man and woman were seen rummaging through unlocked vehicle in Rossland.

Police briefs. (File photo)