100 Mile RCMP responded to 67 complaints and calls for service during the past week.
Rental vehicle impounded
On June 17, 100 Mile RCMP received several calls about a car with Alberta plates driving erratically.
The car was located in 100 Mile House and stopped. The male driver showed signs of alcohol consumption and was given a roadside breath test.
He failed this test and was given a 90-day immediate roadside prohibition (IRP) and his rental vehicle was impounded for 30 days.
Loaded in the ditch
On June 16, local police were called to a vehicle-in-the-ditch incident near the Interlakes Store.
The male driver showed signs of alcohol consumption and was given a roadside breath test, which he failed. He was given a 90 day IRP and his vehicle was impounded for 30 days.
Driver grounded
On June 13, 100 Mile House RCMP Traffic Services members were conducting speed enforcement near Lone Butte on Highway 24.
A vehicle was clocked on radar travelling 35 km/h over the posted limit and was stopped. During the course of the traffic violation investigation, the officer noted signs and symptoms of liquor impairment from the driver. He was subsequently given a roadside breath test during which he blew a “warn.”
The driver was issued a three-day IRP, as well as a violation ticket for speed and for not possessing a driver’s licence. The vehicle was towed from the scene due to mechanical issues.
iPhone recovered
On June 13, 100 Mile RCMP received the complaint of a stolen iPhone from a local school.
During the investigation, police learned the identity of the youth suspect who was approached and subsequently turned over the phone.
Parents are reminded to ensure they keep the serial number of their children’s electronic items in a safe location in the event these types of expensive electronics are lost or stolen. No charges are being forwarded in this case.
Bracelet found
On April 21, a bracelet was found in downtown 100 Mile House.
If you lost a bracelet and can identify this item, call the 100 Mile House detachment at 250-395-2456 and quote the file number 12-1075.
Ring found
On April 5, a ladies ring was found on Horse Lake Road.
If you lost a ring and can identify this item, call the 100 Mile House RCMP detachment at 250-395-2456 and quote the file number 12-880.
