Oceanside Community Safety

The Oceanside RCMP report three instances of the Grandparent Emergency Scam that have occurred locally. As reported in the PQB News, a 77 year old Qualicum Beach resident has the presence of mind to ask questions of the caller because he had heard of this type of scam before.

During this time period the Oceanside RCMP received 243 complaints.  

One of the more frequent vehicle equipment complaints that I receive is about headlight glare. I am told that they are horrendous to an oncoming driver and it is hazardous to be driving because they are blinding. Drivers want to take their eyes off the road or look to the side to avoid them. Are they legal?

As the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic continues, the CAFC wants to remind Canadians to remain vigilant and be on the lookout for ongoing frauds. Fraudsters are creative and want to profit from consumers' fears, uncertainties and misinformation.

During this time period the Oceanside RCMP received 220 complaints.

Imagine how difficult the job must be to keep the 494 chapters of the provincial statutes of British Columbia in order. The legislation that they contain must be added to in order to reflect what we need today, amended as circumstances change and the courts rule on their use and finally repealed as they no longer reflect our wants and needs.

I often hear comments that a friend or family member should not be driving. This person is usually either an older driver or a person suffering from health issues known to the person making the comment. These people also express the wish that someone would do something about it.

During this time period the Oceanside RCMP received 212 complaints.

I revisited this old article from 2009 today. It concerned a Facebook page dedicated to bringing improvements to an intersection on Vancouver Island that frequently sees major collisions. Dividing the highway, adding concrete barriers, prohibiting turns, reducing the speed limit, installing traffic lights and other similar suggestions make up the majority of the solutions put forward by concerned people whenever events like these occur.

During this time period the Oceanside RCMP received 254 complaints.