Mounties respond to about 170 files in Kelowna during Canada Day

Kelowna RCMP had a busy Canada Day.

The RCMP said through July 1 and into the early hours of July 2, officers in the city responded to approximately 170 files.

The incidents ranged from thefts to impaired driving, to causing disturbances, and to missing persons. The RCMP noted all missing people during the day were located.

Officers patrolling in vehicles, on foot, on bike and on police boats throughout the day arrested 15 individuals for causing a disturbance by being drunk in public.

Officers also removed three impaired drivers from the roads, all of whom were fined with Immediate Roadside Prohibitions.

“Having a significant police presence throughout the city, especially in our downtown core, was instrumental not only in monitoring the influx of Canada Day participants, but in socializing with them and offering a sense of safety for the thousands of participants taking in the long weekend celebrations,” Cpl. Michael Gauthier of the Kelowna RCMP said.

“We commend all of our officers from near and far, and key partners including the City of Kelowna who collaborated with the Kelowna RCMP to prepare and deliver a safe and fun Canada Day for all.”