Vehicle – Pedestrian Collision

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At 4:40 pm yesterday, Charlottetown Police Services responded to a report of a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian on University Avenue at the Enman Crescent cross walk.

The pedestrian was crossing the cross walk from east to west and the driver was heading south on University Avenue in the right hand lane when the collision occurred.

The pedestrian was injured and transported by Island EMS to the QEH with undetermined injuries.  The driver of the vehicle was charged under the motor vehicle act with failing to yield the right of way to a pedestrian. The investigation is ongoing.

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Charlottetown Police Services responded to a disturbance at a residence on Westcomb Crescent at approximately 8:50 pm last night.

The investigation has lead to assault charges being laid against a 29 year old Charlottetown male.  The accused has since been released from custody with conditions to refrain from any contact with the victim.

On October 31^st, Charlottetown Police Services participated in the Halloween Patrol sponsored by the City Of Charlottetown and Ocean 100. Charlottetown Police along with Charlottetown Fire, Ocean 100, Holland College Hurricanes and the Charlottetown Islanders travelled by caravan to several stops throughout the City passing out treats to the kids. The locations included Queen Charlotte Jr High School, West Royalty Community Centre, Sherwood Elementary School, Malcolm Darrach Community Centre and the East Link Centre.

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At approximately 4:30 pm yesterday, Police responded to a call of a male that appeared to be intoxicated and was about to leave in his vehicle.  Police were able to intercept the vehicle and determined that the driver was indeed impaired by alcohol.  A 63 year old Charlottetown male was subsequently charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle. The accused will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.

Charlottetown Police Services encourage the public to report any instances of impaired driving…Call 911.

Crime Prevention Tips

Charlottetown Police Services are providing suggestions to reduce your odds of becoming a victim of property crime.

Theft from vehicles – The vast majority of thefts from vehicles that occur in the City of Charlottetown require no forced entry. Theft from vehicles is a crime of opportunity. Thieves will target vehicles that are left unlocked.

A recent trend is thieves stealing purses and wallets from vehicles and using credit/debit cards that have tap features enabled.  This trend could easily be eliminated if people did not leave their wallets and purses inside their vehicles.  Most of these thefts occur from vehicles that are NOT locked. By simply not leaving these items in your vehicle and keeping the doors locked, using stolen credit/debit cards would be virtually eliminated. Two tips:

• Remove valuable from your vehicle
• Lock your doors

Theft from sheds – Sheds also get targeted by thieves who tend to steal items like power tools, chainsaws, whipper  snippers, and sporting items such snow boards and bicycles.

Unlike theft from vehicles, thieves will use force to gain entry in many cases.  Thieve will carry bolt cutters and pry bars to help them gain entry.  As such, Police suggest more time be spent by home owners to re-enforce the sheds.  Some tips include:

• Sufficient lighting at nigh time.
• Re-enforce windows and door frames
• Purchase shrouded shackle padlocks. Although more expensive to purchase, these are designed to be more difficult to cut and breach.
• Itemize your personal property – Record the make, model and serial numbers of your items.

Charlottetown Police Services responded to several complaints of possible impaired drivers over the weekend, three of which involved collisions and have led to criminal code charges.

On Saturday Nov 2nd at approximately 4:30 pm, Police were called to a two vehicle collision on Kensington Road.  The driver of one of the vehicles displayed signs of impairment by  alcohol and was arrested  A 52 year old Charlottetown woman has been charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle.  No injuries were reported.

On Saturday Nov 2nd at approximately 10:30 pm, Police responded to a complaint of a vehicle hitting a light pole in a parking lot on the Brackley Point Rd.   Police located the vehicle a short time later on Mount Edward Road  and conducted a traffic stop.  The driver displayed signs of impaired by alcohol and was arrested.  A 20 year old Charlottetown man was charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle.

On Sunday morning at 4:30 am, Police responded to a complaint of a vehicle “hung up” on a flower bed at the Hillsborough Community Centre.  Upon arrival, Police located the vehicle stuck in a flower bed.   The female driver, a 22 year old Alliston woman was arrested and subsequently charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle.

The three accused’s will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.

Charlottetown Police Services encourage the public to report any instances of impaired driving…Call 911.

Charlottetown Police Services has a new wrapped van, that will assist in bringing awareness to Islanders, that impaired is impaired, and the dangers of driving under the influence of cannabis.

The new wrapped vehicle was funded in partnership with the PEI Cannabis Management Corporation, PEI Liquor Control Commission, and the City of Charlottetown.  The van will now be able to warn Islanders that driving under the influence of cannabis is driving while impaired, and is punishable by law.

“The City of Charlottetown has an important role to play in protecting the travelling public”, said Charlottetown Mayor Philip Brown. “The Birthplace of Confederation is fortunate to have strong partners in the provincial government to help us educate our citizens that driving under the influence of cannabis or alcohol is wrong and will not be tolerated.”

“We’re pleased to have formed a partnership to get this important messaging out to the public,” said Charlottetown Police Chief Paul Smith. “We essentially have a giant, highly visible billboard on wheels that we use to send a strong message about not driving under the influence. Anything that can potentially improve the safety of all Islanders is a worth initiative.”

This is just one aspect of an ongoing awareness campaign aimed at advising Islanders of key information regarding cannabis since legalization, and to ensure that Islanders know the risks when they consume.

“Safety is paramount to Islanders, and part of that is ensuring that people are informed”, said Minister of Finance, and Minister Responsible for Status of Women, Darlene Compton, “this is another proactive effort by PEI Cannabis Corp, and the PEI Liquor Control Commission to ensure that Islanders are informed, know the risks, and can consume responsibly.”

For more information, please visit justthefactspei.ca for information about the laws, health, and limits on cannabis.

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Thursday October 31, 2019

At approximately 9:32 am Thursday morning, Police were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident on Fitzroy Street. A female driver lost control of her vehicle and struck 3 parked vehicles. The officer determined that the driver was impaired by alcohol and was arrested. A 65 year old Charlottetown female was subsequently charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle. The accused will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.

Charlottetown Police Services encourage the public to report any instances of impaired driving…Call 911.

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Charlottetown Police Services are requesting the public’s help in identifying the female depicted in the attached video. Anyone with information regarding the identity of this individual may contact police at 902-629-4172, complete the tip section below or contact PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Charlottetown Police Services Major Crime Unit have concluded an investigation into a historical sexual assault complaint and have charged an 83 year old Charlottetown man with sexual assault and sexual interference.  The offences date back from 2009 to 2014.

The accused has been released with conditions and will appear in Provincial Court at a later date.