Ipswich, England serial murders to be adapted into 'musical'
The Ipswich serial murders, in which five female prostitutes were killed in Ipswich, Suffolk, England, are to be turned into a show entitled London Road. The “documentary musical” is expected to debut in the Royal National Theatre in London this April. The concept has been criticised. When ITN conducted some vox populi interviews, members of the public reacted negatively: “[A]lmost makes it seem a bit light-hearted, doesn’t it? […]
RCMP release pictures to help identify theft suspect
The Castlegar RCMP are investigating a theft at the Uptown liquor store and are seeking the public’s assistance with identifying the suspect.On Dec. 22, 2010, at approximately 2:45 p.m., a male suspect was observed on video surveillance stealing a bottle of liquor. The male suspect is described as five-foot-seven, stocky...
RCMP warning: scamming continues
Police are once again warning the public to be wary of anyone asking you to send or wire them money, as scam artists are very much at work in our area. “Castlegar RCMP have released several media releases on this subject, however it appears that folks are still receiving these calls and are concerned because the scam artists...
It starts today: distracted drivers targeted by RCMP
Traffic services units throughout the West Kootenay will join other traffic units across the province as they focus on distracted drivers throughout the month of February. Despite the new legislation banning the use of cell phones and other handheld electronic devices while driving, police have noticed more drivers taking chances, talking and texting while driving. […]
Cops, kids and community - CPEC work begins
Preventing crime by connecting with kids – that’s the baseline goal of a new RCMP-led initiative at work in Castlegar. Today saw one of the first meetings of a group of stakeholders engaged in the initiative, which labours under the weighty moniker Community Policing Education Continuum (CPEC). Spearheaded by RCMP Cpl. Marty Kooiman, CPEC […]
Two men attacked in hot springs pool in Nakusp
Police believe the motive for a beating in Nakusp on Dec. 29 was one of hate and ignorance relating to the victim’s sexual orientation. Nakusp RCMP reported Tuesday that two men were attacked at St. Leon’s Hot Springs outside Nakusp three weeks ago after they were identified as a gay couple. On Dec. 29, 2010 […]
Explosion in Fairview park perplexes police
By Timothy Schafer, The Nelson Daily An explosion in Queen Elizabeth Park Saturday night has the city’s police force puzzled and reaching out to the community for answers. Nelson City Police are still investigating the source of the blast around 10 p.m. Saturday night that destroyed a plastic bag dispenser, a stainless steel box and […]
COURT WATCH: Delays in hearings
Grow op turned explosive: Justin Douglas, 35, of Greenwood, B.C., was represented by counsel in court this week as the dates for his hearing were set. Lawyer Jessie Gelber appeared on behalf of Douglas to waive the preliminary hearing and proceed directly to trial after entering Douglas’ plea of not guilty. Gelber said that they […]
Castlegar man gets 30 months for assault
A 41-year-old Castlegar man has been sentenced to 30 months in jail after assaulting his brother in August of last year. Bruce Lajeunesse was originally charged with Aggravated Assault, but pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of Assault Causing Bodily Harm, and was sentenced to 30 months. With time served (he has been held...
POLICE: Search leads to grow op bust
Two local residents have been arrested after RCMP searched their home in Grand Forks. A 34-year-old woman and a 31-year-old man were charged with theft of hydro, production of marijuana and possession for the purpose of trafficking in a controlled substance. The search was conducted by the Grand Forks and Kootenay Boundary regional detachment officers […]
