Oceanside RCMP Report: 560 Complaints in Parksville Qualicum Beach Area

Reports of theft, vandalism, and other crimes continue to plague the Parksville Qualicum Beach area, with the Oceanside RCMP receiving 560 complaints between May 26 and June 8. Crimes included theft of vehicles, theft from vehicles, vandalism, break-and-enters, and unattended fires. Police are urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.

Key Takeaways:

• 560 complaints received by Oceanside RCMP between May 26 and June 8
• Incidents included theft of vehicles, theft from vehicles, vandalism, break-and-enters, and unattended fires
• Stolen items included a Kawasaki dirt bike, JBL Bluetooth speaker, MS Surface laptop, black Beats headphones, and a Dewalt jackhammer
• Vehicles vandalized with motor oil, spray paint, and damage to door handles
• A male suspect caught on surveillance video pushing a stolen e-bike away
• A nighttime fire reported at the new skateboard park in Qualicum Beach
• A stolen vehicle recovered by Oceanside RCMP on June 10
• Abandoned electric mobility scooter found on Highway 19A and Roscow Street in Parksville

Statistics:

• 560 complaints received by Oceanside RCMP
• 400 feet of aluminum railing stolen from a job site in Qualicum Beach
• 2 vehicles vandalized overnight with storage yard fence damage and door handles damaged
• 1 nighttime break-and-enter reported at a construction site with multiple tools stolen
• 2 vehicles vandalized in Qualicum Beach on June 2
• 1 trailer reported vandalized with damage to a patio door
• 1 daytime residential break-and-enter reported in Parksville with nothing stolen
• 1 nighttime fire reported at the new skateboard park in Qualicum Beach

Sources:

• Parksville Qualicum Beach News (2025)