Lillooet RCMP 2022 Summer Summary

For the period of June 21 to September 30, 2022 Lillooet RCMP officers received 849 calls for service, compared to 867 calls during the same period in 2021, and 677 calls in 2020. Please see our spring 2022 summary.

Breakdown of common files for the period June 21 to September 30, 2022:

• 15x Theft Under $5000
• 2x Theft Over $5000
• 4x Theft from Motor Vehicle
• 2x Theft of Bicycle
• 2x Break and Enter Residence
• 4x Break and Enter Business
• 19x Cause Disturbance
• 60x Suspicious Person or Vehicle
• 20x False 911 calls
• 33x Assault
• 63x Check Well-being
• 3x Missing Person
• 47x False Alarm
• 29x Motor Vehicle Collision
• 20x Intoxicated in Public
• 30x Mental Health Occurrence

Lillooet RCMP continue to request the public's assistance in reporting any suspicious or criminal activity. You can reach the Lillooet RCMP at 250-256-4244, or for crimes in progress call 911. Alternatively you can report anonymously to CrimeStoppers.

Property crime has become a focal point in communities large and small throughout BC. Thefts from residences and motor vehicles are often crimes of opportunity, with thieves taking advantage of items left in plain sight or unattended. Criminals seek out the easiest target for break-ins and there are steps we can all take to prevent these crimes.

Lillooet RCMP encourage residents to have a 9pm routine. This should include removing all valuables including keys and garage door openers from vehicles, locking vehicle doors, locking up outdoor buildings and primary residence doors and windows, and turning on exterior lights and alarm systems.

Downton Park continues to be monitored by Lillooet RCMP. Alcohol use in the park is a known issue. Police continue to make regular patrols at the park, and take enforcement actions under the Liquor Control and Licensing Act.

Picture: Lillooet RCMP vehicle with view of Mt. Brew range in the background.