Submitted by Sgt. Ed deJong
Columbia Valley RCMP
This week will be my final news release for the Columbia Valley. I am transferring back to the north district and taking the role of the Operations NCO in Terrace.
Corporal Jeff Witzke has been promoted to the rank of sergeant and will be the new detachment commander for the Columbia Valley.
Jeff has been in the valley for a number of years already and will provide the continuity for the detachment and continue to encourage our members to participate in community events. If you see Jeff around town or at the hockey rink, please feel free to congratulate him on the appointment.
This past week has given us a dose of winter weather, which comes with it an increase in collisions on our roads. Please ensure you are driving in a manner consistent with conditions and have the appropriate winter tires. It is always a good idea to have some blankets, candles, gloves, and toques in your vehicle as well, in the event you end up stranded on the side of the highway.
The past week saw two vehicles stolen in the Fairmont area. On November 22 a white 2001 Jeep TJ with BC licence plate TJ305K was stolen near Su Casa restaurant.
On November 23 a black 2022 GMC 1500 Elevation truck with Alberta plate CDV2744 was stolen from a residence on Mountain Side Place in Fairmont. If you observe either vehicle or have information about the vehicles or culprits, please contact the Columbia Valley RCMP at 250-342-9292.
