Penticton South Okanagan Similkameen Regional RCMP

06/12/2026

We love this beautiful game just as much as you, but the Penticton South Okanagan Similkameen RCMP want to remind you to plan for a safe ride home if you are celebrating your favourite teams.

If you’re planning to attend or host a watch party, be responsible and don’t drive impaired. Please celebrate safely, we don’t want to see anyone receive a red card.

06/09/2026

The Penticton South Okanagan Similkameen RCMP are investigating a new fraud in our area in which fraudsters target the elderly community.

Posed as public officials or trusted institutions, the fraudster calls the victim making up an elaborate scenario and asking the victim to assist in tracking down foreign scammers. The fraudster tries to convince the victim to donate money or gain access to personal information.

The RCMP encourages you to remind the loved ones in your life that the police, government offices or banks will never ask you for money or your personal information over the phone. If a caller is asking, hang up immediately and phone the police.

The Penticton South Okanagan Similkameen RCMP remind the public that legitimate agencies will never demand immediate payment, cash deliveries, or secrecy. If in doubt pause, verify, and report.

If you do fall victim to fraud, report the theft to police immediately by calling 250-492-4300.

06/05/2026

The Penticton South Okanagan Similkameen RCMP encourage you to talk to your kids about graduation and having a fun, but safe grad this month!

Drug-impaired driving can put you, your passengers and anyone sharing the road with you in danger — and for that reason, it's a serious criminal offense that can result in heavy fines and jail time. Don't risk a criminal record. Understand the legal consequences of driving high and do your part to plan ahead so you can get home safely.

06/02/2026

It’s Go By Bike Week in the Okanagan and the RCMP remind you to be vigilant when it comes to your bike safety.

Don’t leave your bike unattended in isolated areas. Even if you have purchased a decent lock and are using it, the more time thieves have, the easier it is for them to commit a crime. As the old adage goes, there are strength in numbers; so, try to lock your bike in visible areas where there is lots of foot traffic.

05/28/2026

The Penticton South Okanagan Similkameen RCMP has seen an uptick in thefts involving irrigation equipment at local orchards and vineyards. Suspects are seemingly interested in the metal of this equipment. Police remind all business owners to remain vigilant and ensure your equipment is as secure as possible.

If you or your business has been a victim of crime, please contact the RCMP non-emergency line and report the incident to 250-492-4300.

05/27/2026

05/19/2026

Penticton RCMP and School District 67 partner to promote E-Scooter safety and enforce provincial regulations

https://rcmp.ca/en/bc/penticton/news/2026/05/4353194

05/16/2026

The Penticton South Okanagan Similkameen Regional RCMP is warning the public of another local grandparent scam.

These scams are targeting members of our elderly community. The suspect called the victim and claimed her son was in legal trouble out of province and needed money for bail. The caller had personal information, including her landline number, her son’s name, and her home address. The suspect then went to the victim’s residence to collect the money.

Police are actively investigating. RCMP remind the public that police, government agencies, and banks will never ask for money, attend your home to collect funds, or request personal information over the phone.

If you or someone you know falls victim to fraud, report it to police immediately by calling 250-492-4300.

05/15/2026

Happy Victoria Day, please drive safe this long weekend, there will be plenty of vehicles on the road for the unofficial kick-off to summer. Our teams will be out and about looking for distracted drivers and keeping the roads safe!