On January 28, 2025, a Saanich Police officer attempted to stop a reported stolen vehicle near the intersection of Burnside Rd. W. and Harriet St. The vehicle dangerously evaded the officer and sped off at a high rate of speed. Our officers did not pursue but were able to make a positive identification of the driver during the interaction.
Thanks to the collected efforts of Saanich Police Patrol Officers, the Street Crime Unit, Detectives, and the Greater Victoria Emergency Response Team, a male and female believed to be responsible were successfully arrested without incident on February 6.
The two remain in custody with a court date later today, February 7, 2025.
The Saanich Police will be recommending the following charges:
Savannah Chase
- One of Motor Vehicle Theft
- Four counts of Theft Under $5,000.00
- One Count of Theft Under $5000.00
Cayden Blacklaws
- One count of Flight from Police
- One count of Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance
“There have been a series of flights from police in our region recently, which posed significant danger to the neighborhoods where they occurred and the responding officers. We are grateful that no one was harmed by the reckless actions of the two individuals who have been arrested. Knowing that they are in custody should provide reassurance to our community, as they are no longer a threat to public safety.” – Inspector Damian Kowalewich, Duty Officer
File #25-2228
Jason Hallman | Communications Advisor