Chainsaw caper
A Keating business is out new stock after a break and enter.
Six orange Husqvarna Rancher chainsaws were stolen in the theft overnight on June 24. Anyone with information should call the Central Saanich Police Service at 250-652-4441.
Park pot stop
Officers on routine patrol stopped a vehicle that started to leave when the police vehicle entered Centennial Park. Police stopped the vehicle on June 25 just after 9 p.m. and checked two males. An officer observed a container of marijuana in the vehicle and the two North Saanich youths were arrested for possession of controlled substance. They were released on a promise to appear.
Salad tosser
A door-to-door salad maker prompted a couple of calls to police over the last two weeks. A man carrying a cooler is knocking on people’s doors saying he’s selling salad, then suggests he’ll even come in and make the salad. In both incidents reported to Central Saanich Police residents said no, and the man left. Central Saanich Police remind people not to do business with those who come to the door, and not to invite them inside. In Central Saanich there is a bylaw banning door-to-door sales. “Certainly give us a call and we’ll explain the bylaw to him,” said media liaison Cpl. Janis Jean.
Beach bust
Central Saanich Police are increasing patrols on beach accesses as the swing into summer starts.
Shortly before 5 p.m. on June 26 they stopped a couple of youths at the Clarke Road beach access. The youths had a six pack of beer and some cider. Officers spoke to the youth, and their parents.
Tippy canoe
A trio of teens got a little wet after going for an impromptu swim in Brentwood Bay around 6:30 p.m. on June 28. Central Saanich Police attended to the waters near the ferry dock after the three youths were reported in the water. The teens had taken an abandoned canoe for a ride and capsized, police said. They were treated for minor injuries.
Spray park
A vehicle parked on Brentwood Bay Drive was sprayed with orange spray paint, as was pavement along Verdier Avenue. The damage was reported to police the morning of June 28.
