Erratic driving leads to robbery investigation for the Comox Valley RCMP

Comox Valley, Campbell River

2023-10-17 14:32 PDT

File # 2023-16553

Four suspects were arrested after an erratic driving complaint lead police into a robbery investigation on Monday morning.

At approximately 10:40 a.m., Comox Valley RCMP received a complaint of erratic driving with one vehicle chasing another on Highway 19 near Black Creek. A major police response ensued after a caller told police that this may be the result of an armed robbery.

Comox Valley and Campbell River RCMP along with the BC Highway Patrol found a suspect vehicle near Cranberry Lane. Four suspects were located and arrested with the assistance of the Island District Emergency Response Team, Police Dog Services and Air 8 (police helicopter).

The cooperation of the public was greatly appreciated as the highway was closed for a period of time while the search for the suspects took place. This is an excellent demonstration of multiple detachments and specialized support units working together to diffuse a dangerous situation in our community, said Cst. Monika Terragni, Media Relations Officer, Comox Valley RCMP.

The Comox Valley RCMP Major Crime Unit is continuing the investigation.

Released by

Cst. Monika Terragni

Email: monika.terragni@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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