RCMP launch operation to prevent impaired driving over holidays
NWT RCMP’s Operation Gingerbread will resume in December, using traffic stops and roadside checkpoints to ensure people aren't driving under the influence.
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RCMP find $133,000 vacuum-sealed in car leaving Hay River
Police urged Hay River residents to "take back their community" and report drug dealers after officers said they found $133,410 in a car leaving the town.
Woman, 21, arrested over series of Hay River break-ins
Police say they have arrested a 21-year-old woman in connection with break-ins at a range of Hay River businesses this month.
Hay River residents urged to form ‘community watch’
Hay River held a public meeting about crime and drugs in the community. RCMP are recommending the creation of a town citizens-on-patrol program.
Relatives urge judge to heed their forgiveness after brother’s death
The family of Andrew Migwi, killed by his brother in Behchokǫ̀ two years ago, asked the NWT Supreme Court to take their forgiveness into account.
Yellowknife RCMP lay multiple charges in crack cocaine case
While executing a search warrant in Yellowknife, RCMP found crack cocaine, material used to make crack-cocaine, a loaded semi-automatic handgun, and $3,400.
Integrity commissioner can now recommend disciplinary action
The integrity commissioner now has the authority to investigate complaints and recommend punishments without having to elevate complaints to a sole adjudicator.
Fort Smith inmate accidentally released, now back in custody
In January, an inmate at the Fort Smith Correctional Complex was accidentally released – and the mistake was only noticed months later when RMCP inquired.
Yellowknife RCMP ask for help identifying jewellery thieves
RCMP released photos from surveillance footage of the two people who broke into Arctic Jewellers early on October 25 and asked for help identifying the thieves.
Yellowknife RCMP investigating break-in and theft at Arctic Jewellers
A break-in and theft at Arctic Jewellers in Yellowknife’s Centre Square Mall on Wednesday morning has left the manager worried for people’s safety in the mall.
Over 100 bottles of vodka seized outside of Fort McPherson
Over 100 bottles of vodka along with other alcohol were seized along the highway near Fort McPherson on Friday night.
Swords and guns seized from Norman Wells home
Police in Norman Wells say three swords and a collection of guns have been seized from a home in the community.