Chase Detachment monthly report - May

Chase

2022-05-24 14:17 PDT

Chase RCMP Detachment
May 2022

SEXTORTION SCAM
On May 4th, 2022, a social media sextortion scam was reported to the Chase RCMP. Police learned that a young man had been persuaded to take a photo of himself which included his face and other body parts. He then sent the photo to an unknown attractive person he met online. Once this person had possession of the revealing photo, they threatened to distribute it on social media unless money was paid to prevent this. Unfortunately, this is a very common and rather embarrassing scam. Despite regular warnings circulated by the media, young people remain particularly vulnerable to this scam. A good rule of thumb about online communications is as follows: If you wouldn’t say it—or show it—to your grandmother, you probably shouldn’t do it online.

ERRATIC DRIVER
On May 7th, 2022 at 10:57 am, Chase RCMP were advised of an erratic driver on the Trans Canada Highway. Multiple callers reported a red car that was all over the road. The vehicle was travelling at erratic speeds, repeatedly crossed the centre line and had nearly struck several vehicles. The complainant stayed on the phone with police dispatch, providing live updates on location, while Police raced to intercept. In speaking with the driver, Police realized that he appeared to be suffering from a medical issue. He was transported to hospital by ambulance for immediate assessment. Excellent work by the complainants led to a safe resolution and prevented a serious collision.

CHECK WELL-BEING
On May 1st, 2022, at 10:37 pm, Chase RCMP were requested to attend an address in Anglemont to check the well-being of the elderly resident. The complainant was out of town and had been unable to reach her husband for several days. Police attended and were relieved to find the gentleman at home safe and sound - turns out the phone was broken.

RESIDENTIAL ALARM
On May 8th, 2022, at 11:08 am, Chase RCMP were advised of a break and enter at a seasonal residence on Airstrip Road in Anglemont. The homeowner was notified of an alarm at the residence. When the caretaker attended to investigate, he noticed that the basement door was open. Further investigation determined that the suspect had gained entry to the house by breaking a window, thus setting off the alarm, which likely scared them off. As a result, nothing was stolen or damaged – other than the window. The window was small, suggesting the suspect was likely a person of smaller stature.

BREAK AND ENTER
On May 13th, 2022, Chase RCMP were notified of another break and enter on Airstrip Road in Anglemont. Again, the suspect gained access by breaking a window. This time there was an overwhelming amount of damage done to the interior of the house. The damage appears to have been done for no reason. RCMP Forensic Identification Services attended and examined the scene and collected fingerprint and DNA evidence. Investigation is ongoing.

MISCHIEF
On May 19th, 2022, Chase RCMP were advised of mischief to a fifth wheel trailer on Squilax Anglemont Road in Anglemont. A neighbour noticed the trailer had a broken window and the door was open. Upon closer inspection he saw that the trailer had been completely ransacked. Every window was smashed, bed overturned, cupboard doors ripped off hinges, window coverings destroyed, and cleaners sprayed on the walls. Nothing appeared to have been stolen. Police attended and investigation is ongoing. This series of break and enters is believed to be related. Police are asking residents in the Anglemont area to be alert for suspicious activity.

DISTURBANCE AND MISCHIEF
On May 16th, 2022, at 7:23 pm, Chase RCMP were advised of a disturbance in Scotch Creek. Several people reported that an intoxicated male was screaming nonsense about demons. He was said to be acting irrationally and aggressively. Neighbours were understandably quite fearful. Police were familiar with the male and brought in additionally resources on over-time in order to mitigate the risk of taking this person into custody. The arrest was conducted safely, and the male was lodged in cells overnight. Unfortunately for the custodians, he caused damage to the cell - using his own biological fluids - and will now be facing charges of mischief.

ASSAULT CAUSING BODILY HARM
On May 11th, 2022, at 2:30 am, Chase RCMP received a report of a serious assault at a business in Sorrento. The complainant reported a male had been beaten and was unconscious and bleeding in the parking lot. The male was transported by ambulance to Shuswap Lake General Hospital where he received treatment for head injuries. Police attended and interviewed witnesses. The males involved in the assault did not take responsibility for what happened and fled before Police arrived. All parties in this incident were well known to each other. Investigation is ongoing and Police expect to forward charge recommendations to Crown Counsel. Neighbours can expect to see increased Police patrols at this business in the future.

 

Released by

S/Sgt. Janelle Shoihet

Senior Media Relations Officer
BC RCMP Communication Services
14200 Green Timbers Way, Surrey, BC V3T 6P3 - Mailstop #1608
Office: 778-290-4134
Cell: 604-657-5730
Fax: 778-290-6114

Email: janelle.shoihet@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: bc.rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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