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A new report from the BC coroners service states that, as of the end of November, there were 153 suspected illicit drug overdose deaths.
The province is on the threshold of setting a new record.
Continue reading Campbell River: Illicit drug overdose deathsPress release from the Campbell River RCMP
Campbell River RCMP have already responded to several calls from local businesses and customers regarding individuals who refuse to follow new provincial mask protocols.
Continue reading Campbell River RCMP remind you to wear a mask
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There is a false report, about the Quadra Island RCMP detachment, circulating on Cortes Island. They are allegedly being shut down. This story appears to have grown out of an idea that was discussed a few years ago and most likely will never be implemented.
Here are the questions Cortes Currents emailed the head of the Quadra detachment, Cpl. Sean Bulford, and his replies.
Continue reading Myth about the Quadra Island RCMP: Busted
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Friday, Oct 30th, was the last day for Quinsam Road camp in Campbell River. There were only three residents remaining and all left peacefully when the RCMP and Ministry of Natural Resources went up to clean the site.
Continue reading Last day for Quinsam Road camp
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The two incidents are unrelated. On October 8th, a homeless shelter in the forest behind the Vineyard Christian Fellowship Church, in Campbell River, caught fire. The blaze started in the structure’s homemade fireplace. Neither of the two occupants were injured, but RCMP Cst. Maury Tyre said the fire easily have spread to nearby buildings. The day before this, the Campbell River Mirror reported that the homeless encampment at Quinsam road will soon be served with a notice to vacate.
Continue reading homeless encampment at Quinsam road to be served notice
