Quadra RCMP report October 24 to November 6th

Files of note

Theft from vehicle

On October 24th a complainant reported that the catalytic converter and a tank of gas was stolen from his truck. The incident occurred sometime in the previous week when it was parked on the North end of the island. The complainant called back a few days later advising that the gas tank had been punctured as well.  

Pigs on the road

On October 24th Quadra RCMP received a report of a hefty pig on the roadway on the South end of the Island. Officers contacted the owner who promptly moved it. 

On October 26th, officers received another complaint regarding pigs on his property digging up his yard. The pigs in this instance were believed to be from another owner, however, this information couldn't be confirmed, and the suspected owners avoided police attempts to speak with them. 

Suspicious vehicle

On October 27th staff at Rebecca Spit Provincial Park reported a suspicious vehicle parked at that location. The motorhome, which had no plates, was new to the parking lot and staff were concerned as it seemed odd. Officers arrived on scene but were unable to locate the owners. The complainant was advised to tow the vehicle should they not want it on scene. Nothing suspicious or untoward was noticed in the vehicle. No other calls were received. 

Stolen firewood

On November 2nd, a complainant advised that someone stole firewood from his lot. The incident, which was believed to have occurred on October 20th, resulted in an approximately a truck load of firewood being stolen. From canvassing the neighborhood, officers received information that a white truck and a black Dodge were in the area, however, it was unsure if those vehicles were involved. 

Dropped 911 from a phantom phone

On November 3rd, Quadra RCMP received an abandoned 911 from a pay phone at the Mansons Landing Government Dock. With the help of the Cortes Island Fire Department Interim Chief, it was determined that nobody was in need of emergency services. The Fire Chief also advised that there was no payphone in that area and was unsure as to how a phantom payphone dialed 911.  

If anyone has knowledge of this crime or any other or who is responsible, please contact the Quadra RCMP at 250-285-3631. If you wish to remain anonymous, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or visit their web site at www.crimestoppers.ca.