BCJan 19, 2023
IHIT appeal to public on two-year anniversary of Trina Hunt investigation
The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) continue to investigate the murder of Trina Hunt. Background: On January 18, 2021, 48-year-old Trina Hunt was reported missing to the Port Moody Police Department. An extensive search was conducted by police, Trina’s family and members of the community. On March 29, 2021, investigators located a body near Hope, south of Silver Creek. A few weeks later, IHIT confirmed the remains were that of Trina Hunt. (Photo of Trina Hunt) IHIT continue to investigate this homicide in pursuit of justice for Trina, Trina’s family and the entire community.
BCJan 19, 2023
B.C. officer who died in avalanche posthumously promoted to detective, funeral hears
A funeral service for the British Columbia police officer who died in an avalanche last week has heard he was a selfless person with a wicked sense of humour. Constable Wade Tittemore was killed and his co-worker was badly injured when the slide came down while they were skiing in BC's backcountry. Speaking at the service today, Nelson Chief Constable Donovan Fisher says Tittemore was dedicated and that's why he has been posthumously promoted to detective. Tittemore, who was 43 years old, had been with Nelson police for four years and the Calgary Police Service for 11 years before that.
BCJan 19, 2023
Serial refund fraudster arrested by North Vancouver RCMP
The North Vancouver RCMP have made an arrest after a report was made by a business owner claiming they were defrauded by an employee of $80,000. On January 11th 2023, a West Vancouver woman in her 30s was arrested by investigators for Fraud over $5000. Its is alleged the employee was hired by a local business in North Vancouver. During her employment from June to September 2021, it is alleged she made several large refunds to her personal credit cards.The business owner was away on a trip during the period when the refunds occurred. When the owner returned, he discovered the refunds and immedi
BCJan 18, 2023
Charges laid in death of Amy Watts
Following an 18-month long investigation in the disappearance of 26-year-old Amy WATTS, a charge of Manslaughter has been approved against her former boyfriend, 38-year-old Kyle Gordon ORDWAY. On January 16, 2023, Nanaimo Crown Counsel, in close consultation with the Nanaimo RCMP Serious Crime Unit, approved the charge against ORDWAY. Amy WATTS was originally from Prince Edward Island and had moved to Vancouver Island several years prior. She was in a relationship with ORDWAY up until her disappearance in May of 2021.ORDWAY is currently in custody on an unrelated matter. His next court appeara
BCJan 18, 2023
Vancouver: Ex-Uber driver convicted of sex assault
A former Uber driver has been convicted and sentenced for sexual assault following a Vancouver Police investigation that began in 2021, after a then-21-year-old woman came forward to police. Mohammed Abu Sayed, 69, was given a six-month conditional sentence that includes two months house arrest, followed by 18 months of probation. During that time, he is banned from operating any ride-share vehicle, taxi, limousine or any other mode of transportation for remuneration. He is also banned from liquor stores, bars, pubs, nightclubs, beer gardens, and any other place where minors are prohibited by
BCJan 18, 2023
Vancouver Police investigate Downtown Eastside homicide
Vancouver Police are investigating a homicide in the Downtown Eastside. Officers were called to an SRO hotel near East Hastings and Carrall Street shortly before 7 a.m. today and discovered a man who was deceased. The victim has not been identified. There is no ongoing risk to the public. Anyone with information is asked to call VPD’s Homicide Unit at 604-717-2500.
BCJan 18, 2023
BC RCMP Federal Policing prevents 27 million doses of potentially lethal fentanyl from hitting the streets
3 BC men have been charged following the dismantling of a drug super lab by the BC RCMP Federal Policing Clandestine Laboratories Enforcement and Response team (CLEAR). On January 14, 2022, the BC RCMP Federal Serious and Organized Crime (FSOC) program’s CLEAR team executed two search warrants on properties located in the cities of Abbotsford, and Surrey, BC, and arrested three men for their alleged involvement in the operation of a sophisticated clandestine drug lab.The search of the sites uncovered a drug super lab at the Abbotsford location, with evidence of a synthetic drug operation tha
BCJan 18, 2023
Burnaby RCMP’s 2022 commercial vehicle enforcement: By the numbers
Road safety is a top priority every year all over the Lower Mainland. In 2022, Burnaby RCMP, along with 11 partner agencies, conducted 43 planned commercial vehicle enforcement operations throughout the Lower Mainland. These collaborative and proactive enforcement initiatives aim to make the region safer by focusing on safety issues related to commercial vehicles, including mechanical inspections and unsafe driving behaviours. In 2022, the integrated team was able to accomplish the following across the Lower Mainland:Planned enforcement operations: 43Truck inspections: 1,706Trucks placed "Out
BCJan 16, 2023
VPD searches for man wanted in serious assault
Vancouver Police are searching for a man wanted province-wide for the assault of a 70-year-old convenience store worker last week. Fario Mabanza, 27, was charged with assault with a weapon, assault causing bodily harm, and theft, following the January 8 assault on a woman who tried to stop a shoplifter at a downtown convenience store. Mabanza was released on bail but allegedly failed to return for a scheduled court appearance and is now wanted B.C.-wide. Mabanza is 5’10 and 200 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Anyone who sees Mabanza or knows his whereabouts is asked to contact polic