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Columbia Valley RCMP Report
By S/Sgt. Marko Shehovac
For those of us who also celebrate Greek Orthodox Christmas Jan. 7, Merry Christmas. I can now take down my Christmas decorations at the office and the tree comes down at home.
Woman swerves to avoid elk; goes down 60-foot embankment
BC Ambulance called Columbia Valley RCMP Detachment Jan. 7 advising of a single vehicle accident on Highway 93/95, 10 km north of Fairmont Hot Springs. A 2003 Ford Focus driven by a 33-year-old female from Fairmont was southbound when she observed an elk on the road. When the brakes were applied the vehicle lost control and went down a 60-foot embankment. The driver was not injured.
Collision with deer
At 11:50 p.m. on Jan. 7, police attended to a single vehicle accident involving a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder driven by a 54-year-old male from Calgary colliding with a deer on Hwy. 93/95 north of Fairmont. The road conditions were icy at the time. Vehicle received minimal damage and the driver was not injured.
Icy conditions cause of crash
At 2 p.m. on Jan. 8, police attended to a single vehicle accident on Hwy. 93/95 at Arrow Road. A 2004 Nissan driven by a 36-year-old male from Calgary was southbound when he lost control of the vehicle, going off road and hitting a telephone/hydro pole. Road conditions at the time were icy.
Minor injuries in sheep dodge crash
At 10 a.m. Jan. 8, police attended to a single vehicle accident on Hwy 93/95 near Stanley Street in Radium Hot Springs. A Toyota Rav 4 driven by a 42-year-old female from Invermere braked for sheep on the highway, losing control. BC Ambulance and fire-rescue were on scene. Inspection of the vehicle revealed the tire treads were not in the best condition for winter driving. The driver received minor injuries.
Responsible person at home spares man night in cells
At 1:30 a.m. on Jan. 9, officers responded to an intoxicated male complaint on the playground of J.A. Laird Elementary School. A 37-year-old male was located on the school ground. It was determined that a sober, responsible person was at his residence so rather than keep the police company for the evening he was driven home.
Cash stolen in B&E
At 2 p.m. on Jan. 9, police attended to a break and enter complaint at Wolfe Construction in the 4000 block of Highway 93. Entry was gained into the building where it was determined that a small amount of cash was stolen. Anyone with information is requested to contact the Detachment.
Yukon impounded
At 8:30 a.m. on Jan. 10, a ‘96 GMC Yukon was checked on 10th Ave. The 40-year-old driver from Invermere was found to be operating a vehicle without a license. Checks revealed the driver was suspended in Ontario. The Yukon was impounded.
Best Life Insurance to be had
When I look at the calendar and do the math I have 32 more working days left in my career and the push is on to try and clean up a great deal of administrative work to ensure a smooth transition for Grant and Brent to carry on until a new commander is in place.
In reality, 27 more working days as I plan to be in retirement mode the last week Feb. 29-March 4. I have no doubt that Grant and Brent would tell you that I have been in retirement mode the last two months!
Some of the constables have come up to me with some problems or requests to purchase items. My response of late, “come and see me March 5!”
I certainly have many thanks that I wish to pass on and will do so in the articles that I have remaining. My first thanks must be to the community of Golden and here in the valley.
The majority of my career has been spent in the valley. Having served half my career in Golden and Columbia Valley I have long realized that the best life insurance policy I have for my family are the citizens and friends in both communities. I also recognize the pressure community members from both Golden and the valley put on my wife, recommending she approve the purchase of the boat. You have done your duty!
– Marko
