Busy month for West Shore RCMP’s Crime Reduction Unit recovering stolen property and identifying theft suspects

November 10, 2026 - West Shore, British Columbia
From: West Shore RCMP

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File #’s : 21636, 21148 and 21593 

October was a busy month for West Shore RCMP’s Crime Reduction Unit (CRU), recovering stolen property and identifying theft suspects.

Youth diverted to Restorative Justice - On October 31, 2026, the CRU investigated a report of multiple stolen e-scooters being offered for sale online. Officers intercepted the sale and identified three youth suspects, who were 13 and 14-years old. Three e-scooters were recovered and returned to the rightful owner.

Due to their age, and with the support of the victim, the youth have been referred to West Shore Restorative Justice. This program diverts first-time offenders away from the criminal justice system, providing them an opportunity to repair the harm caused through community service and restorative justice forums. To learn more about this program, please visit the West Shore RCMP website.

Arrest made in e-bike theft - On October 25, 2026, the CRU investigated a break-and-enter at a multi-dwelling unit in Langford, where two three-wheel electric bicycles were stolen from a secure bike room. Through a collaborative effort between CRU and frontline investigators, who canvassed the area for surveillance footage, a 34-year-old woman was identified and arrested in relation to this investigation. The e-bikes have not yet been recovered, and the investigation remains on-going.

Stolen vehicle recovered - On October 30, 2026, a Ford F-150 was stolen from the 1000 block of Burnside Road in Saanich and later located in a Langford parking lot. CRU and Drug Unit officers conducted surveillance on the vehicle. A 51-year-old man was arrested in relation to possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000. He was also arrested in relation to breaching a court order from an unrelated investigation that prohibited him from occupying the driver's seat of a vehicle. The truck was recovered and the suspect was remanded in custody. 

The West Shore RCMP Crime Reduction Unit remains committed to targeting theft and recovering stolen property. If you see suspicious activity report it to your local police right away. 

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