Crime Stoppers South Okanagan - Similkameen

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Crime Stoppers South Okanagan - Similkameen Community based crime prevention program

Collecting anonymous information from the general public throughout the South Okanagan Similkameen to assist the RCMP in keeping our communities safe.

WANTED - PENTICTON RCMP The Penticton RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in locating the following individuals ...
08/25/2026

WANTED - PENTICTON RCMP
The Penticton RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in locating the following individuals who are currently wanted.

1. Brandon Luigi LAURIOLA is wanted for assault; assault by choking; and two counts of breaching a release order. LAURIOLA is described as a 40-year-old male, 5 ft. 11 inches tall and 170 lbs. He has brown hair and brown eyes. RCMP File #26-10953; 26-11318; and 26-11437.

2. Calvin HINDLEY is wanted for possession for the purpose of trafficking; and two counts of failing to comply with a release order. HINDLEY is described as a 37-year-old male, 5 ft 11 inches tall and 165 lbs. He has brown hair and blue eyes. RCMP Files #25-3706; and 26-7705. ****UPDATE - HINDLEY was arrested and is no longer wanted****

3. Frank VERJOSTA is wanted for committing an indecent act and breaching a release order. VERJOSTA is described as a 57-year-old male, 5 ft. 10 inches tall and 160 lbs. He has brown hair and brown eyes. RCMP File #26-12539. ***UPDATE - VERJOSTA was arrested and is no longer WANTED***

If you have information on the whereabouts of any of these individuals please contact your local RCMP Detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous you can report information to the South Okanagan Similkameen Crime Stoppers. If you see any of them, do not approach them.

Crime Stoppers will pay cash for information leading to the arrest of any of these suspects. Call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or go to www.sostips.ca Please quote the related RCMP file number in your tip.

Still being sought!!!The RCMP are asking for the public's help in located these two individuals.***UPDATE - Kevin THOMSO...
08/17/2026

Still being sought!!!

The RCMP are asking for the public's help in located these two individuals.

***UPDATE - Kevin THOMSON was arrested and is no longer wanted***

This travel trailer appears to have traveled without the owner being aware of it. Someone stole this travel trailer and ...
08/05/2026

This travel trailer appears to have traveled without the owner being aware of it.

Someone stole this travel trailer and may be using it or trying to sell it. The travel trailer is a 27 foot Wildwood and had BC license plate UMK66N attached to it. It also has "Easygo Holidays" stickers on each side.

If you see this trailer please notify the local RCMP; if you know where it is or have information as to who stole this trailer you can notify Cst. Gurveer Pooni at the Penticton Penticton South Okanagan Similkameen Regional RCMP detachment at 250-770-4300 and quote RCMP file number PN26-12599.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can provide information to Crime Stoppers at the link on this article or by calling 1800-222-8477 (TIPS). Crime Stoppers will pay cash for information leading to the arrest of the person(s) responsible for the theft and/or locating the trailer. Please quote the related RCMP file number in your tip.

WANTED - PENTICTON RCMP The Penticton RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in locating the following individuals ...
07/31/2026

WANTED - PENTICTON RCMP
The Penticton RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in locating the following individuals who are currently wanted.

1. Marcus KRUGER is wanted for assault by choking and uttering threats. KRUGER is described as a 21-year-old male, 5 ft. 9 inches tall and 175 lbs. He has brown hair and brown eyes. RCMP File #2026-4301. ****UPDATE - KRUGER was arrested and is no longer wanted****

2. Matthew RAYBURN is wanted for four counts of failing to comply with a release order. RAYBURN is described as a 44-year-old male, 5 ft. 7 inches tall and 150 lbs. He has brown hair and blue eyes. RCMP File #2026-9811. ****UPDATE - RAYBURN was arrested and is no longer wanted****

3. Jordie STEPHENS is wanted for two counts of theft under $5,000; two counts of breaching an undertaking; failing to comply with probation; and obstructing a peace officer. STEPHENS is described as a 37-year-old male, 6 ft. 1 inch tall and 200 lbs. He has brown hair and hazel eyes. RCMP File #2026-10331 and 2026-6564.

If you have information on the whereabouts of any of these individuals please contact your local RCMP Detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous you can report information to the South Okanagan Similkameen Crime Stoppers. If you see any of them, do not approach them.

Crime Stoppers will pay cash for information leading to the arrest of any of these suspects. Call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or go to www.sostips.ca Please quote the related RCMP file number in your tip.

STOLEN!!!Someone decided to take this Seadoo without permission from Oliver, BC on July 9th and may be out enjoying the ...
07/14/2026

STOLEN!!!

Someone decided to take this Seadoo without permission from Oliver, BC on July 9th and may be out enjoying the water at someone else's expense; or they may be trying to sell it to another water sport enthusiast.

Needless to say, the owner of this craft would appreciate getting it back so they can enjoy the lake on it this summer.

If you see this Seadoo; know where it is; see it for sale; or know who is responsible for the theft please contact Cst. Andrew Campbell at the Oliver RCMP Detachment. You can quote the RCMP file number OL2026-3393.

If you wish to remain anonymous you can report information to the South Okanagan Similkameen Crime Stoppers at www.sostips.ca

Crime Stoppers will pay cash for information leading to the arrest of the person(s) responsible for the theft and/or the recovery of the property.

Call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or go to www.sostips.ca Please quote the related RCMP file number in your tip.

2nd ANNUAL YETI RAFFLE WINNERS and HUGE THANK YOU. The South Okanagan Similkameen Crime Stoppers would like to congratul...
07/06/2026

2nd ANNUAL YETI RAFFLE WINNERS and HUGE THANK YOU.

The South Okanagan Similkameen Crime Stoppers would like to congratulate this year's winners:

- Ist Prize of the stuff Yeti Cooler was won by Kim G.
- 2nd Prize of the telescope was won by Kevi P.
- 3rd Prize of the gardening gift basket was won by Leanna H.

We would like to thank everyone who purchased a ticket and helped us raise approximatley $4500 this year. Your support was tremendous and goes a long way to help us assist in keeping the community safe.

We would also like to send out a huge thank you to all of the local businesses and community members who sponsored this years raffle and/or donated items; or provided other support.

Thank you to:

Bum Wrap
Castanet
Daydream Esthetics Studio
Docs Golf Center
Domaine Artema Winery
Dragon's Den
Earls Kitchen & Bar
Eskala Mountainsports
Garden Works (2023)
Grazing Platters
Home Hardware
Just 4 Fun
Lakeside Resort
Penticton Herald
Rolling Stones Bowling
Sandy B
Shaugnessy’s Cove Rest
Skoden Martial Arts
Three Wishes Clothing Boutique
Venables Theatre
VisionQuest Advisors

COME SEE US SATURDAY AT THE PEACH CITY CRUISE AND GET A RAFFLE TICKET!!!We will be set up on Saturday, June 27th from 8 ...
06/26/2026

COME SEE US SATURDAY AT THE PEACH CITY CRUISE AND GET A RAFFLE TICKET!!!

We will be set up on Saturday, June 27th from 8 AM to 4 PM right by the Peach on Lake Shore Drive as part of the Peach City Cruise. Come by say hi and don't forget to get your raffle tickets for the 2nd Annual Yeti Cooler raffle.

Funds raised helps support the South Okanagan Similkameen Crime Stoppers program and our public safety initiatives.

Crime Stoppers is non-profit and receives no public funding whatsoever. All funding comes from kind donations from generous community members and local businesses.

Help us help keep you and your community safe - Buy a raffle ticket today. 3 chances to win. Grand Prize is a stuffed Yet Cooler with a total value of $1650; Second Prize is a Telescope valued at $300; and Third Prize is a gardening basket worth $75.

You can get tickets online at our website: www.sostips.ca or by scanning the QR Code in the photo.

Visit our site for more information on the prizes and about our program. www.sostips.ca

WANTED - OLIVER and OSOYOOS RCMP The Oliver and Osoyoos RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in locating the foll...
06/26/2026

WANTED - OLIVER and OSOYOOS RCMP
The Oliver and Osoyoos RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in locating the following individuals who are currently wanted.

1. Kevin THOMSON is wanted for Three counts of Driving while prohibited; Uttering Threats; Flight from Police; and Theft Under $5,000. THOMSON is described as a 60-year-old male, 5 ft. 7 inches tall and 165 lbs. He has brown hair and brown eyes. RCMP File Numbers: OL2025-6261; OL2025-4710; OL 2025-6013 and OL2024-5093.

2. Sebastien CHAMBERLAND is wanted for Theft over $5,000 and Obstruction of a Peace Officer. CHAMBERLAND is described as a 34-year-old male, 6 ft. tall and 170 lbs. He has brown hair and brown eyes. RCMP File Number: OL2026-238.

If you have information on the whereabouts of any of these individuals please contact your local RCMP Detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous you can report information to the South Okanagan Similkameen Crime Stoppers. If you see either of them, do not approach them.

Crime Stoppers will pay cash for information leading to the arrest of any of these suspects. Call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or go to www.sostips.ca Please quote the related RCMP file number(s) in your tip.

LESS THAN A WEEK!!!!Canada Day is coming and so is the draw for the winners of this year's Yeti Cooler DrawDon't forget ...
06/25/2026

LESS THAN A WEEK!!!!

Canada Day is coming and so is the draw for the winners of this year's Yeti Cooler Draw

Don't forget to get your raffle tickets for the 2nd Annual Yeti Cooler raffle. Funds raised helps support the South Okanagan Similkameen Crime Stoppers program and our public safety initiatives.

Crime Stoppers is non-profit and receives no public funding whatsoever. All funding comes from kind donations from generous community members and local businesses.

Help us help keep you and your community safe - Buy a raffle ticket today. 3 chances to win. Grand Prize is a stuffed Yet Cooler with a total value of $1650; Second Prize is a Telescope valued at $300; and Third Prize is a gardening basket worth $75.

You can get tickets online at our website: www.sostips.ca or by scanning the QR Code in the photo.

Visit our site for more information on the prizes and about our program. www.sostips.ca

UNWELCOME SHOPPER!!!On June 1, 2026, a Suspect decided to do a little shopping after store hours and broke into the the ...
06/16/2026

UNWELCOME SHOPPER!!!

On June 1, 2026, a Suspect decided to do a little shopping after store hours and broke into the the Oliver Thrift Shop. The lone male suspect was observed on video surveillance entering the store at approximately 8:00 pm on June 1st.

The attached image is from the store's video surveillance system. In the image the suspect’s face is somewhat obstructed but he is wearing, what would be considered, distinctive clothing.

If you are able to identify this male please notify Cst. J.A. BARRETT by calling the Oliver RCMP detachment. You can also send information to Cst. BARRETT via Email at: [email protected]. Please quote Oliver RCMP case file number: 2026-2573.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can provide information to Crime Stopper at www.sostips.ca or by calling 1800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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