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BCJan 27, 2021

Officer broke his leg in a confrontation with a man over a mask in courthouse

Vancouver police say an officer broke his leg in a confrontation after a man refused to wear a mask inside a courthouse.Const. Tania Visintin says the officer was injured when the man fell on him while being taken into custody.She says two officers were at the court on Tuesday and intervened when the man allegedly refused a sheriff's order to put on a mask, and then refused to leave the building.A statement from police says the man was allegedly argumentative, kicked one of the officers and then tried to reach for his firearm, leading to the scuffle.Police say the officer could be off work for
BCJan 27, 2021

RCMP investigate after driver launches car airborne in Prince George, B.C.

The RCMP say a stunt that involved an airborne car in Prince George, B.C., put lives at risk. A Facebook video received more than 125,000 views before it was removed from the platform on Monday, two days after the jump was done. Pictures show an unfenced shopping centre parking lot that ends at a steep hill leading down to a secondary school playing field, several metres below the lot. A small car can be seen speeding through the parking lot and off the edge, then going airborne and landing on the snow-covered lower section of the hill before running across the playing field. No one was hurt b
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BCJan 27, 2021

There will be measures in place to make sure people don't jump the queue for the COVID-19 vaccine: Health Ministry

British Columbia's Health Ministry says there will be measures in place to make sure people don't jump the queue for the COVID-19 vaccine when it begins immunizing the general public. The Ministry says in a statement that part of the process for Phase 3 and 4 of the plan will require evidence of age and residence in BC. It says no one in the general public will be able to pre-register for an appointment until their age category is eligible. Rod and Ekaterina Baker, a Vancouver couple, drew public condemnation after allegedly flying to a remote Yukon community to get a dose of the vaccine befo
CanadaJan 27, 2021

Indigenous Services Minister slams Vancouver couple, says it's the most idiotic thing he's seen in weeks

Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller says it's the most idiotic thing he's seen in weeks. Miller says a wealthy Vancouver couple's decision to fly to a remote Yukon community to get COVID-19 vaccines was stupid, and they should pay for their stupidity. He says perhaps reparations are due on some level. Former Great Canadian Gaming Corporation CEO Rodney Baker and his wife Ekaterina have already each been fined. Miller says he is attending a second, virtual meeting with First Nations, Metis and Inuit leaders Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller says he is attending a second, virtual me
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BCJan 27, 2021

Interior Health reiterating warnings against social gatherings as COVID-19 cluster grows in Williams Lake

Interior Health is reiterating warnings against social gatherings as a COVID-19 cluster grows in Williams Lake, BC. The health authority says in a statement that 46 cases have been linked to a community cluster first identified one week ago today. The cluster was first declared on Jan. 20. Since New Year's Day, a total of 314 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in the region. Among these 150 cases are currently active. Interior Health says most of the transmission occurred at recent social events and gatherings. Interior Health on Twitter:Interior Health has identified an additional 46 c
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BCJan 27, 2021

Manslaughter charges approved in death of a woman in Vernon

A man has been charged in connection with the death of a woman in Vernon, BC.The death was reported almost three years ago. RCMP say in a news release that a woman named Heather Baker was brought to Vernon Jubilee Hospital. She was in an unresponsive state and died March 15th, 2018. They arrested 43 year old Shaun Wiebe and charged him with manslaughter and assault causing bodily harm. The Mounties say Crown prosecutors approved the charges following a comprehensive and exhaustive investigation.
IndiaJan 27, 2021

Farmer unions postpone Feb 1 march to Parliament

A day after violence in Delhi during their tractor march, the farmer unions protesting against farm laws have postponed their proposed march to parliament on February 1.The decision was announced at a joint press conference by members of Samyukt Kisan Morcha at Singhu border. The farmer unions also said their agitation against three farm laws will continue. BKU leader Balbir S Rajewal said at the press conference that the proposed march had been postponed due to incidents in the national capital on Tuesday. "On Martyrs' Day, we'll hold public rallies across India. We will also keep a one-day f
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BCJan 27, 2021

Homicide investigators scour Langley, B.C., neighbourhood after suspected attack

Members of a Metro Vancouver homicide team are focused on a pockmarked car and casing-littered street as they investigate a suspected deadly attack in Langley, B.C.An online post from the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team confirms its members have joined Langley RCMP officers probing what happened in a residential area of the municipality.A tent is set up over an idling Honda Civic with numerous holes in its windshield and the area beside the car is shrouded from view while dozens of evidence markers dot the street nearby.RCMP are also investigating at least one burning vehicle in an are
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IndiaJan 27, 2021

Additional security forces to be deployed in Delhi to maintain law and order situation

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in India will deploy additional paramilitary forces in the national capital amid a tense security situation following clashes between protesting farmers and Delhi Police.Sources in the government said that the process of sending additional paramilitary forces has been initiated following the conclusion of a meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, during which the decision was made. The meeting was attended by top officials like Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla, Delhi Police Commissioner SN Srivastava and the director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB)."Yeste

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Punjab and Haryana High Court Dismisses Partap Singh Bajwa Petition, Imposes Rs. 25,000 Fine

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Canadians must renew federal dental care coverage by June 1 to avoid interruption

People enrolled in the Canadian Dental Care Plan must renew their eligibility by June 1 to continue receiving dental coverage under the federal program. The federal government says current coverage will expire on June 30 for individuals who do not complete the renewal process before the deadline. Those affected would need to submit a new application and could face a gap in coverage while waiting for approval. The Canadian Dental Care Plan is available to Canadians who do not have access to dental insurance through an employer or another private plan and whose adjusted family net income is belo
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Verdict expected in Edmonton dog attack death trial

A judge is expected to deliver a verdict Friday in the criminal negligence trial of an Edmonton woman charged in the 2024 death of an 11-year-old boy killed by two dogs. Crystal MacDonald has pleaded not guilty to criminal negligence causing death in connection with the fatal attack on Kache Grist at her Edmonton home in April 2024. Court heard MacDonald and the boy’s father, Wesley Grist, were roommates at the time. Kache, who lived in British Columbia, was visiting Edmonton during spring break when the attack occurred. During testimony, MacDonald said she repeatedly warned Wesley Grist no
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Surrey police seek help identifying robbery suspect near Central SkyTrain Station

Surrey Police Service is asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect connected to an alleged robbery near Surrey Central SkyTrain Station last month. According to a Surrey Police Service release, frontline officers responded on April 24 at about 7:10 p.m. after two people reported they had been assaulted, robbed, and threatened near the station. Police said a pair of Meta smart glasses was taken during the incident. Investigators released a photo of the suspect and are asking anyone who recognizes the individual to come forward as the investigation continues. Police described the susp