File Summary – In April 2023 Mackenzie RCMP responded to 156 files. The Mackenzie RCMP completed 5 proactive road checks.
Investigations of Interest:
1.1. On 2023-04-05 at about 12:00 hrs Mackenzie RCMP complete a road check on Highway 97 near Tudyah Lake. During the stop multiple verbal warnings were given, written violations and two prohibited drivers were removed from the road.
1.2. On 2023-04-06 Mackenzie RCMP responded to a report of a domestic assault. The accused was arrested and held for a bail hearing where they appeared before a Judge. The accused was released via release order and is to appear in Mackenzie Courts on a later date.
1.3. On 2023-04-09 Mackenzie RCMP responded to a sudden death. Members attended and confirmed nothing was deemed suspicious. File handed over to BC Coroners Services.
1.4. On 2023-04-06 Mackenzie RCMP responded to a report of a domestic assault. Members attended and the accused had fled the scene. Mackenzie RCMP complete a charge package for courts. Crown Counsel entered a stay of proceedings on the file.
1.5. On 2023-04-14 Mackenzie RCMP complete a proactive road stop of a vehicle. It was determined the driver was under the influence of alcohol. The driver provided a sample of their breath into an approved screening device which resulted in a “warn.” The driver was suspended from driving for three days under the BC Motor Vehicle Act.
1.6. On 2023-04-15 Mackenzie RCMP responded to a report of a domestic assault. Members attended and obtained a statement from the victim. The accused was arrested for Uttering Threats and Assault. The accused was released via Undertaking to attend the Mackenzie Courts in June.
1.7. On 2023-04-25 Mackenzie RCMP responded to multiple reports of break and enters in the industrial area of Mackenzie and additional break and enters in town. Mackenzie RCMP liaised with Prince George North District Air Services and utilized the RCMP helicopter in attempts to locate multiple stolen vehicle and property. Results of the aerial search was negative. Mackenzie RCMP shared the intelligence with Prince George RCMP who later located the suspect white Dodge and stolen F-350 dual real wheel drive in Prince George. A large portion of stolen property is still outstanding. Suspects located with the above-mentioned trucks have no known ties to Mackenzie and it is believed they came to Mackenzie with the sole purpose to complete the break and enters. Media release completed for this file.
1.8. On 2023-04-25 Mackenzie RCMP attempted to complete a road stop of a vehicle. The driver fled from police, speeding down residential streets and then into their house. File is still under investigation for charge approval.
1.9. On 2023-04-27 Mackenzie RCMP were completing a document service at a residence when they located an accused who was on extensive conditions put on them by the courts. Members noted a breach of no contact with a victim and condition not to be in the district of Mackenzie. The accused was arrested and held for a bail hearing. The accused was remanded for court by a Judge. The accused driven by RCMP and met by Sheriff services who took custody of them.
1.10. On 2023-04-28 Mackenzie RCMP complete a proactive road stop of a vehicle. It was determined the driver was under the influence of alcohol. The driver provided a sample of their breath into an approved screening device which resulted in a “warn” The driver was suspended from driving for three days under the BC Motor Vehicle Act.
1.11. On 2023-04-30 Mackenzie RCMP complete a proactive road stop of a vehicle. It was determined the driver was under the influence of alcohol. The driver provided a sample of their breath into an approved screening device which resulted in a 12-hour suspension under the BC Motor Vehicle Act.
Cpl. C. AIRD
Mackenzie RCMP
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