The City of Campbell River is aware of an incident that occurred in the downtown core early Tuesday morning, shortly before 4 a.m., which resulted in vandalism and damage to several local businesses.
Mayor and Council are deeply angered by these events and recognize the real impact they have on small, family‑run businesses that invest their livelihoods in our community. An individual was arrested for mischief and taken into custody by the RCMP in relation to this incident. The City continues to work closely with the RCMP, and the investigation is ongoing. No further details will be provided by the City at this time.
While recent data shows an overall downward trend in property crime in 2025, incidents like this underscore the need to remain focused and committed to addressing downtown safety challenges. Council remains resolute in continuing this work and in supporting downtown businesses