CAMPBELL RIVER, BC — A Campbell River man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to possession of break-in instruments and a breach of probation offence.
On Aug. 28, 2026, shortly after midnight, Campbell River RCMP officers observed a suspicious male in the 1400 block of Dogwood Street while attending an unrelated occurrence. Given the recent spike in property crime and break-ins throughout Campbell River, once clear of their original call, officers conducted further enquiries and confirmed the individual was wanted on an outstanding warrant. Officers seized a number of break-in instruments, including lock-picking tools and prying devices, during a search incidental to his arrest.
The individual was charged with possession of break-in instruments and was held in custody for a court appearance.
Michel Guillemette-Salter later pleaded guilty to both possession of break-in instruments and breach of probation. He was sentenced to one day in jail on both counts, followed by a 12-month probation order.
“Property crime and break-ins continue to be a concern for our community,” says Inspector Jeff Preston, Officer in Charge of the Campbell River RCMP. “The proactive observations made by our officers in this case led to the arrest of an individual with outstanding court matters and the seizure of tools that could be used to commit property offences. We remain committed to identifying and disrupting criminal activity before it affects local businesses and residents.”
The Campbell River RCMP continues to prioritize investigations involving break-ins and property crime throughout the community.
