The subject of a Canada-wide warrant, 36-year-old Joel REED has been arrested. The Victoria Police Department is thankful to our communities for assisting with tips and information related to his whereabouts. A previous news release related to the matter has been removed, as the public advisory is no longer required.

Today and tomorrow, October 1-2, our Motorcycle Escort Team will be helping lead the Tour de Rock riders through Esquimalt, Victoria, Saanich, Central Saanich and North Saanich. Between approximately 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., motorists may see police motorcycles operating with lights and sirens, followed closely by the Tour de Rock team. If you’re travelling in these areas, please keep an eye out, give the riders some extra space and follow the directions of our Traffic members as they help everyone move safely through intersections and along the route. Thank you for your patience and support as this incredible team makes its way through our communities in support of children and families impacted by cancer. ❤️🚴

Caledonia Avenue is now open to vehicle traffic. Please be advised that rolling closures may be required throughout the day to safely accommodate increased pedestrian traffic attending the South Island Powwow at Royal Athletic Park. Drivers are encouraged to use caution, expect delays and follow the direction of officers in the area. Thank you for your patience and for helping keep everyone safe.🧡

Please be advised that Caledonia Avenue is temporarily closed between Quadra Street and Cook Street to vehicle traffic to support the safe flow of pedestrians attending the South Island Powwow at Royal Athletic Park. Drivers are asked to use alternate routes and expect increased pedestrian traffic in the area. Thank you for your patience and for helping keep everyone attending today’s event safe.🧡

On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, sworn officers and civilian staff at the Victoria Police Department are encouraged to reflect on our responsibility to build respectful and meaningful relationships with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people; to learn from Indigenous knowledge and perspectives; and to support culturally safe, equitable, and respectful policing. We recognize that the colonial establishment of the police department in 1858 and the role of police through Canada's Residential School system has caused deep and lasting harm. Today, we stand with Canadians to honour Residential School Survivors, their families and communities, and those who never returned home. And we remain committed to strengthening relationships with Indigenous people on the traditional territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən-speaking peoples, whom we are grateful to learn from and serve.

Savanna has been located. Thank you to everyone who shared the information and assisted in helping to locate her. We ask that you please delete any photos of her that you may have shared.

File: 26-41215 Investigators are asking for the public's help to identify a suspect and locate witnesses following an assault near the duck pond in Beacon Hill Park on Sunday afternoon. engagement.vicpd.ca/vicpd-se… @ChiefVicPD

All roads near the B.C. Legislative Buildings that were closed earlier for the BC Law Enforcement Memorial Service have now reopened. The memorial service has concluded. Thank you for joining us in remembering those who lost their lives in service to others. @ChiefVicPD @BCLEMemorial

Some of the earlier road closures near the B.C. Legislative Buildings are now reopening. Please watch for officers directing traffic in the area. The ceremony continues at the Legislature. @ChiefVicPD @BCLEMemorial

The BC Law Enforcement Memorial Service parade is beginning on Government Street. The parade will proceed south on Government Street, west on Superior Street, and north on Menzies Street to the rear of the B.C. Legislative Buildings. The memorial service begins at 1:00 p.m. Please see the map for the parade route. @ChiefVicPD @BCLEMemorial

Please note that additional road closures are in place for the BC Law Enforcement Memorial Service, including: Douglas Street and Superior Street Michigan Street and Government Street Government Street and Superior Street Menzies Street and Superior Street Please plan ahead and use an alternate route. @ChiefVicPD @BCLEMemorial

Road closures are now in place at Humboldt Street and Government Street, as well as Belleville Street and Government Street, for the BC Law Enforcement Memorial Service, taking place today, September 27, 2026. Approximately 450 police and peace officers are expected to participate in a parade that will begin in the 700 block of Government Street and proceed south to the rear lawns of the B.C. Legislative Buildings, where the memorial ceremony will take place. Please plan ahead and use an alternate route if travelling through the area. @ChiefVicPD @BCLEMemorial

We are expecting the @r2rwestcoast and @CanadianR2R teams to arrive at the Bastion after 3pm/1500hrs today. There will be a short welcoming ceremony, and the public are welcome to come and observe. #HonourThe135 #BCLEM #ToTheBastion #Run2Remember #Ride2Remember

Traffic disruptions, temporary CCTV cameras, and a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) will be used to support public safety and maintain traffic flow during the BC Law Enforcement Memorial (BCLEM) events on Saturday, September 26, and Sunday, September 27. Community members are invited to attend and join in commemorating police officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Read more: engagement.vicpd.ca/bc-law-e… @ChiefVicPD #WeAreVicPD

The Motorcycle Escort Team will be conducting training today, Tuesday, September 22, in Esquimalt, Victoria, Saanich, Central Saanich, and North Saanich. Training is taking place now until 3:00 p.m. Motorists are asked to please remain alert for police motorcycles operating with lights and sirens activated. For everyone’s safety, please follow the directions of traffic members at intersections and along roadways. Thank you for your patience, attention, and cooperation while our team completes this important training. @ChiefVicPD

Update: Person Wanted for Being Unlawfully at Large Arrested File: 26-39381 The subject of a Canada-wide warrant, 30-year-old Tristan WHITSTONE has been arrested. The Victoria Police Department is thankful to our communities for assisting with tips and information related to WHITSTONE's whereabouts. A previous news release related to the matter has been removed, as the public advisory is no longer required.