Thank you to everyone for your patience today as emergency crews responded to the fire on Queens. We recognize that road closures caused significant traffic congestion throughout the area, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation. We are pleased to share the following updates: ✅ Douglas Street is now OPEN in both directions. ✅ Blanshard Street is now OPEN northbound. 🚫 Blanshard Street southbound remains CLOSED from Bay to Pembroke. We will update as we know more. #yyj #yyjtraffic

A reminder to motorists that the following roads remain closed in both directions due to the ongoing fire response: Douglas Street from Bay to Pembroke (northbound and southbound) Blanshard Street from Bay to Caledonia Avenue (northbound and southbound) Please avoid the area, use alternate routes and allow emergency crews the space they need to work safely. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as police and fire crews continue their response. #yyj #TrafficAdvisory

North and Southland lanes on Douglas from Bay to Princess are now closed to manage the fire. #yyj #TrafficAlert

Blanshard Street northbound from Bay Street to Pembroke is also now closed to manage the fire.

Police and fire crews are currently responding to an apartment fire on Queens Avenue. Please be advised that Blanshard Street southbound from Bay Street to Princess is currently closed. Please avoid the area, use alternate routes and allow emergency crews the space they need to respond safely. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as police and fire crews work to manage the incident.

Tonight at approximately 5:08 p.m., a community member called police after seeing four people handling what appeared to be a rifle at a bus stop. Officers responded, supported by a remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS), and took all four individuals into custody without incident. The item was confirmed to be a pellet gun and was voluntarily surrendered for destruction. Replica firearms and pellet guns can look identical to real firearms. Officers must treat a reported firearm as real until they can confirm otherwise. Carrying or displaying these items in public can cause fear and prompt a significant police response. Thank you to the community member who reported this concern and to our responding teams for their coordinated work. #yyj #community

Costumes? Check. Candy? Check. Traffic detours? Check. Downtown Victoria is getting wicked this Sunday, October 25, for the 12th Annual Thrifty Foods Wicked Victoria! With creative costumes, live music, local vendors and plenty of Halloween fun, it’s sure to be a busy day downtown. VicPD officers, Reserve Constables and volunteers will be on hand to help manage traffic, support pedestrians, and keep the festivities safe for everyone. Read more: engagement.vicpd.ca/traffic-… @ChiefVicPD

Please avoid the intersection of Blanshard St at Broughton St while police investigate a motor vehicle collision. Update @ 8:57am- The intersection has been cleared.

Like so many of you, we are heartbroken by the news from Wainwright this morning. Behind this tragedy are people who are deeply loved, families whose lives have changed forever, and a community hurting together. All of us at VicPD are holding those who have lost loved ones, those recovering, and everyone affected in our thoughts. To the military community, the people of Wainwright, and those caring for others through this tragedy: we stand with you in service and solidarity.

The Victoria Police Department is looking to speak with witnesses to a physical altercation in the 1200 block of Government Street, around 7:00 a.m. on October 13, 2026. Read more: engagement.vicpd.ca/vicpd-se… @ChiefVicPD

The final participant has crossed the finish line at the Royal Victoria Marathon and roads along the race route have reopened. Congratulations to everyone who participated and to all those who came out to cheer on the runners! Please note that Belleville Street between Menzies Street and Oswego Street, and Menzies Street between Quebec Street and Belleville Street near the B.C. Legislature and Inner Harbour, will remain closed until 7:00 p.m. tonight as crews take down event equipment and clean up the area. #yyj @ChiefVicPD @CityOfVictoria

Traffic Advisory - Royal Victoria Marathon Due to heavy traffic around Victoria’s Inner Harbour, downtown, and the B.C. Legislature, please note the detour for the Black Ball Ferry Line’s M.V. Coho, as outlined on the map below. Please review the alternate route and allow extra time for travel. Thank you for your patience and cooperation! #yyj @ChiefVicPD @CityOfVictoria

The Royal Victoria Marathon is causing traffic disruptions across Greater Victoria, including downtown Victoria, the Inner Harbour, James Bay, Beacon Hill Park, Fairfield, Oak Bay, the Uplands, and Dallas Road. Runners and walkers are on the race route until approximately 3:30 p.m. today, Sunday, October 11. Motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians should expect road closures and delays. Thank you for your patience and join us in cheering on today’s participants! #yyj @ChiefVicPD @CityOfVictoria

Good morning! Please note that several roads are closed for the 2026 Royal Victoria Marathon and Outway Half Marathon, which begins at 8:15 a.m. Please see the attached map for more details. Good luck to all participants! #yyj @CityOfVictoria @ChiefVicPD

Roads near the Inner Harbour, B.C. Legislature, and James Bay are closed for the start of the Royal Victoria Marathon’s Westland Insurance 8K. #yyj @CityOfVictoria @ChiefVicPD

Traffic disruptions, temporary CCTV cameras, and a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) will be deployed to support public safety and maintain traffic flow during the Royal Victoria Marathon on Sunday, October 11. The Royal Victoria Marathon will cause temporary traffic disruptions along the event route throughout Greater Victoria, including downtown Victoria, the Inner Harbour, James Bay, Beacon Hill Park, Fairfield, Oak Bay, the Uplands, and Dallas Road. Read more: engagement.vicpd.ca/the-roya… @ChiefVicPD

File: 26-42925 The Victoria Police Department (VicPD) is asking the public for information on the whereabouts of 48-year-old Mitchell MOISE, who is unlawfully at large and wanted on a Canada-wide warrant. Read more: engagement.vicpd.ca/vicpd-se… @ChiefVicPD

Files: 26-39910/26-41907 A man has been charged with three offences following an incident on September 19, 2026, in which a Save-On-Foods manager was allegedly assaulted during a robbery. Read more: engagement.vicpd.ca/man-char… @ChiefVicPD