Local Coppers cracking down on copper (wire) theft
August 26, 2025 - Prince George
From: Prince George RCMP
Despite the laughs our headline might generate, copper wire theft is no joke. Prince George RCMP has noted a rise in copper wire theft in the area, and its effects are widespread. Thieves have targeted numerous copper power cable and copper communications cables, which has caused disruptions to critical infrastructure and 9-1-1 emergency services for the public.
"Copper wire theft affects everyone when it happens, with repairs costing businesses hundreds of thousands of dollars. What we are asking the public to do is 'say something if you see something'. If you notice someone in your neighbourhood that is not clearly identifiable as a utilities worker who is near a lamp post, power pole or telecommunications station – anywhere that copper wire can be –call the non-emergency line and report it," states Corporal Jennifer Cooper, Prince George RCMP's Media Relations Officer.
Getting a good description of what the suspect looks like, what vehicle they are using if they are using one, and what their last known direction of travel was if they leave the area are all valuable pieces of information to make note of for police officers, as well as passing along any relevant cell
phone video, dash camera footage or video surveillance.
Prince George RCMP will be working closely with the City Bylaw Services staff to enforce the Regional Automated Property Information Database (RAPID) program, which electronically records the information of those persons turning in second-hand property, such as copper wire.
"We will be ramping up our monitoring of this program to try and better identify those persons responsible for pawing or selling stolen goods," says bylaw services manager, Kent MacNeill. "The City of Prince George bylaw services division is committed to working with the RCMP to enforce business licences, should police find a dealer operating in contravention of the Metal Recyclers Act or without a proper business licence. We would like to prevent further damage and are concerned that the thieves' actions can negatively impact vital services. If you have any information about this or any other cable thefts, please contact the Prince George RCMP at (250) 561-3300 or anonymously contact Crime Stoppers at 1(800)222-8477."
Contacts
Corporal Jennifer Cooper Media Relations Officer
Prince George RCMP
princegeorge_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
250-561-3300
ANSWERS ON PG 25
1. What famous British princess died on August 31, 1997?
2. What global athletic event often takes place in August every four years?
3. Which planet is usually most visible in the night sky during August?
4. What major online retailer was founded in August 1994?
5. Which famous leader gave his “I Have a Dream” speech in August 1963?
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Wanted: Trevor Lyndon Alexis
Prince George, Wanted Warrant
2025-08-27 14:04 PDT
File # 2025-25712
This week, Prince George RCMP is featuring 33year-old Trevor Lyndon Alexis for Wanted Wednesday.
Trevor Lyndon Alexis is wanted on one unendorsed warrant and one Canada Wide warrant for the following:
Breach of release order
Being unlawfully at large
Trevor Lyndon Alexis is described as:
Indigenous male
6’2 (188 cm)
210 lb (95 kg)
Black hair
Brown eyes
Full sleeve tattoo, unknown which arm
Trevor Lyndon Alexis is considered highly dangerous and should not be approached. If you locate him, contact your local police immediately
If you have any information about Trevor Lyndon Alexis’ whereabouts, please contact Prince George RCMP at 250-561-3300. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1800-222-8477 (TIPS).
Released by:
Cpl. Jennifer Cooper
Communications NCO / Media Relations Officer
Prince George RCMP
455 Victoria Street, Prince George, BC, V2L 0B7 Office: 250-561-3300
Email: princegeorge_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: princegeorge.rcmp-grc.gc.ca
MEDIA RELEASE
The Popular Fall Shred It Event is back Saturday September 27th!
Northern BC Crime Stoppers will once again be hosting our Drive Thru Fall Community Shred It Event Saturday September 27th from 10am -2pm at the PGSS parking lot. This is your opportunity to shred personal or important documents, helping to ensure you will not be a victim of identity theft. At the same time, you are helping your award-winning local Crime Stoppers program. Crime Stoppers has been helping to keep you safe since 1985!
In partnership with Shred-it Mobile Shredding Services, Mr. Mike’s, PGSS and School District 57, Northern BC Crime Stoppers will be providing an opportunity for you to responsibly, safely and quickly shred your personal and important documents. This service is provided for the cost of a donation (minimum $10 per bag or box) and is not meant for business owners.)
For another $5 donation you can enjoy a tasty Mr. Mike’s burger! The Mr. Mike’s community BBQ will be available 11am- 1:30pm. We want to remind you of our drive thru location at the Prince George Secondary School parking lot. PGSS is located at 2901 Griffiths Ave just of Highway 97.
Northern BC Crime Stoppers is a program that empowers people like you and I to fight back against crime. Anyone can submit an anonymous tip by using our tips line, (1-800-222- TIPS- 8477) and if that tip leads to an arrest, that individual will receive a reward for their efforts. Crime Stoppers operates in 15 countries around the world and since the first program started in 1976, we have become the number one community based crime solving organization in the world!
For more information you can follow us on Facebook at Northern BC Crime Stoppers or visit our website at www.northernbccrimestoppers.ca.
Contact Ron Polillo- Vice President at 250 612 8645/ronpolillo87@gmail.com for all Media inquires.
TAURUS (Apr. 21-May 20)
It can become important to put some new foundations in place. This could involve home and family matters. Situations that have been a distraction of late can calm down. You should take advantage of any opportunity to get some time to yourself so that you can think things over, especially when it comes to dropping obligations.
LEO (July 23-August 22)
The New Moon occuring in your sign this week is activating areas of consideration when it comes to what you should aim towards in the long term. Just how much influence or involvement others could have might need to be considered. It is more important you set things up so that you feel you are in control of your own circumstances.
SCORPIO (Oct.23-Nov21)
It can become a lot easier now to commit yourself to certain things that have become obvious since late May that need to change when it comes to regular routines in life. Though this can be attached to the expectations of somebody else you need to stand firm when it comes to important priorities in your own life
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
You should certainly be noticing the change of pace in your life. Be aware that you can be easily distracted. It is important to stay focussed on what should be your main priority. This might mean being prepared to let something go that you have felt was important to aim for in the future, especially if it would inhibit personal independence
VIRGO (August 23
-Sept.22)
Things can be rather challenging. Focus on ensuring that obligations are fair when it comes to you, as others will have no qualms pushing for what they expect. You need to find time to yourself to be able to think things over. Don’t be surprised if you realise that it is time some usual routines were dropped. Be prepared to stand firm.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov.22-Dec.21)
The future can begin to look a lot brighter in some way. This could be attached to interesting people or situations attached to others generating different experiences. It may give a better perspective to the need to cut back on activities you would once enter into without a great deal of thought. Know what you want to be responsible for.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb.18) PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
A new direction can open up when it comes to somebody else which could include things that have been discussed since late May. The importance to you to have control of your own position could be more readily accepted or understood. You have to be sure there will be a level of enjoyment for you. This can be worked out.
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
You could begin to get used to any added obligations you have had to accept since late May, especially if your finances were involved. Deciding what you are prepared to spend as opposed to what you are expected to spend could be part of it. The ability to enjoy more simple things in life can develop right up to June 2026.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.22)
You can find yourself in a better position to fulfil something important to you that has been difficult to do when dealing with others since late May. You need to be clear on where you want to head with matters in the long term. Something cannot stay as it has been. It is your clear vision that will determine where things go.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-
Jan.19)
Any change when it comes to the needs of others could seem quite easy to handle but you should not be too casual about the manner in which this could alter your regular routines. It may not happen now in a big way but could next year. Maintain a balanced perspective when it comes to what you need to manage in the long term.
ARIES (March 21-April 20)
New directions can be put in place when it comes to what you need to manage on a regular basis. Something has to go. This could be of benefit in some way financially. Your general well being could improve as a result. Someone else could be pushing you to get a more balanced foundation in place. It could lead to more freedom eventually.
You could feel a shift for the better when it comes to matters you have needed to deal with since late May. Letting go in some way can play a big role. You may not feel you have much choice. Any health matters can begin to balance themselves out. You might also realise choices that could make usual routines more efficient.
TRIVIA ANSWERS
1. Princess Diana
2. Summer Olympics
3. Jupiter (varies by year)
4. Amazon
5. Martin Luther King Jr.
Answer on Pg. 32
I am the break you seek from grind and toil, embracing adventure or resting on soil. What am I?
A brief history of Mr. PG
Mr. PG first appeared publicly on May 8, 1960, to welcome delegates to a Rotary International conference at the Simon Fraser Inn. Since then, he has undergone many transformations and helped celebrate countless community events. He continues to greet visitors to Prince George from his current home at the intersection of Highways 16 and 97. In addition to his larger-than-life presence on the highways, his smile has also graced memorabilia ranging from quilts, signs, and pennants, to t-shirts, postcards, and even a Canada Post stamp.
Did you know sharks love the taste of the Internet?
If shark attacks give you the heebie-jeebies, you and the people over at Google aren’t alone. In 1987, it was reported by The New York Times that sharks “have shown an inexplicable taste for the new fiber-optic cables that are being strung along the ocean floor linking the United States, Europe and Japan.”
FROM KIDS
• My Mama says that alligators are ornery because they got all them teeth and no toothbrush
• I remember it like it was yesterday. Of course, I don’t really remember yesterday all that well
• No one is perfect – that’s why pencils have erasers
• Even miracles take a little time
