The RCIPS is aware that there has been an increase in reports of thefts from vehicles.
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During the month of December, 2022, the RCIPS conducted operation Winter Guardian to provide support for the social and economic changes that come with the holiday period annually.
On Saturday, 7 January, a man age 41 of Bodden Town, who was wanted in relation to theft offenses and outstanding warrants, was arrested after attempting to evade police. He was further arrested on drug offenses, after quantities of suspected drugs were found on his person.
As New Year’s Eve approaches, the RCIPS would like to remind the public that Operation Winter Guardian continues and the public can expect to see amplified police presence over the holiday weekend. Officers will be carrying out high visibility patrols at events and areas with large gatherings.
Police are seeking two men involved in a firearm incident, who fled from officers after the vehicle they were travelling in was involved in a collision.
The RCIPS provide policing update on robbery investigations and prevention strategies.
RCIPS’ holiday safety operation, Winter Guardian, commenced on Thursday, 1 December, and sees increased community foot patrols, high visibility mobile patrols and intensified road enforcement operations, supported by road safety education and awareness campaigns.
Police are investigating a number of incidents of thefts from vehicles in recent weeks, and have arrested persons in connection with two such incidents. Police are issuing a reminder to the public about preventing such thefts, and advise against purchasing goods which may be stolen.
Officers have recovered a yellow kayak which was found by a member of the public at a location on Bodden Town Road on Monday, 21 November. The RCIPS is inviting the owner of the kayak to contact the Bodden Town Police Station at 947-2220 to arrange for collection, and to be prepared to provide evidence of ownership.
The RCIPS is currently investigating a report of illegal dumping in the Newlands area by an individual driving a white Nissan pickup truck. The person responsible will be prosecuted for illegal dumping, in conjunction with the Department of Environmental Health. The public is advised to refrain from illegal dumping.
