Police Investigate Assault and Seek Witnesses

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

March 11, 2026 

File: 26-9049  

Victoria, B.C. – Victoria Police Department (VicPD) officers responded to a disturbance at the intersection of Johnson Street and Broad Street on March 4, 2026, at approximately 8:10 p.m. following a 911 call where only yelling and screaming could be heard. 

Preliminary investigative efforts on scene revealed an assault may have occurred, resulting in the arrest of one individual. A review of the area’s video surveillance confirms the incident occurred in a public space with multiple vehicles and bystanders present.  

“This was a serious incident that occurred in a public place. Everyone deserves to feel safe and respected in our community,” says VicPD Detective Constable Joel Durling.  

VicPD encourages anyone who witnessed the assault, or has information regarding the incident, to contact the E-Comm non-emergency line at 250-995-7654 ext. 1, and reference file number 26-9049.