BCSep 10, 2025
Additional charges laid in Lapu Lapu Festival attack
Additional criminal charges have been laid against the alleged driver in the April 26 vehicle attack at the Lapu Lapu Festival, following an ongoing investigation by the Vancouver Police Department.
The B.C. Prosecution Service has charged Kai-Ji Adam Lo with 31 counts of attempted murder, in relation to the surviving victims of the attack. The new charges are in addition to 11 counts of second-degree murder previously laid against Lo.
Chief Constable Steve Rai: “This is another step toward answers and accountability in one of the most horrific incidents our city has ever faced, and I ex
BCSep 10, 2025
Stolen skid-steer recovered in Mission
Overnight on September 1-2, a Kubota skid-steer loader valued at over $150,000 was stolen from a construction site near Hope. The owner of the machine notified police, and investigators learned that the skid-steer had been transported to a rural property in Mission.
A Search Warrant was obtained that same day, and the Lower Mainland Emergency Response Team attended to assist with safely executing the warrant. Officers from General Duty and Mission RCMP’s Crime Reduction Unit then carried out a search of the property – a large acreage along Cameron Avenue – and located the stolen skid
BCSep 10, 2025
Dump truck driver loses his licence and his job after a rollover collision near Deroche
A 44-year-old Abbotsford man is facing fines, a licence suspension, and the loss of his job after allegedly rolling a dump truck into a ditch while impaired.
BC Highway Patrol was called on September 4, 2025, at 2:30 p.m., after witnesses reported a single-vehicle dump truck collision on Lougheed Highway near Deroche, BC. When police arrived, the dump truck driver was given a breath demand and the reading on the Approved Screening Device was fail.
The dump truck driver was not seriously injured in the collision, but he was issued the following:
A 90-day Immediate Roadside Prohibition from driv
BCSep 10, 2025
Burnaby RCMP continues to search for missing person, George Lorry Wood
Burnaby RCMP are appealing for public help in finding a man who went missing nearly 10 years ago. RCMP say George Laurie Wood was last seen on June 20, 2015, when he was dropped off at the Surrey Central Sky Train station.
Corporal Doug McLaughlin said there is no word yet on Laurie Wood. He said the search for Laurie Wood has not stopped and anyone with information about his whereabouts should contact Burnaby RCMP at 604-646-9999.
Police said Laurie Wood is an Indigenous man, 5 feet 9 inches tall, with brown hair and eyes.
BCSep 10, 2025
Langley RCMP impound two motorcycles for excessive speed
On the evening of September 9, 2025, Langley RCMP officers stopped and impounded two motorcycles involved in separate incidents of excessive speeding.
At approximately 6:15 p.m., an officer conducting proactive speed enforcement near 216 Street and 58 Avenue observed a white street bike traveling northbound at a radar-confirmed speed of 124 km/h in a 60 km/h zone. The motorcycle’s rear licence plate had been bent upward and was illegible until the officer physically adjusted it. The rider was issued violation tickets for excessive speed and an illegible licence plate. The motorcycle was impo
BCSep 09, 2025
Seniors in Maple Ridge will benefit from nearly 100 new affordable homes
Seniors in Maple Ridge will have access to more affordable housing with construction starting on 98 homes.
“Seniors have helped shape our communities and it is important that we continue to support them,” said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs. “These new homes coming to Maple Ridge will provide many seniors with affordable, secure housing options that meet their needs. We are seeing real progress, and our government is committed to continue helping seniors age with dignity and stability in the community they call home.”
The new development at 22534/22548/22556
BCSep 09, 2025
Connect FM, GNFB radiothon raises $750K for Punjab flood victims
Connect FM in association with Dukhniwaran Gurdwara Sahib, Guru Nanak Food Bank and Sanjha TV organized a radiothon for the flood victims of Punjab on Monday. During this, the sangat (people) from Surrey and surrounding areas as well as Calgary and Edmonton donated generously.
The running total of the money raised at the radiothon on Monday was $750,000 (Cad). The money raised from the radiothon will be delivered to Padma Shri awardee Sant Sewa Singh at Khadoor Sahib in Punjab. The money will be used for the rehabilitation of flood victims. He said that the Sikh community stands firm in the fa
BCSep 09, 2025
New homes underway for youth, mothers in New Westminster
Youth transitioning out of foster care, and young mothers in New Westminster are closer to having a safe, stable place to live as construction starts on a new 89-home development in the community.
“Every young person deserves a safe place to call home, especially those transitioning out of foster care, and young mothers,” said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs. “By providing youth and mothers with stable housing, we’re helping them build a strong foundation for the future and empowering them to lead healthy, independent lives.”
Located at 1923 and 1927 Marine
BCSep 09, 2025
Richmond RCMP invites drivers to have their catalytic converters etched free of charge
On September 20th, 2025, Richmond RCMP and community policing volunteers will be at Canadian Tire Ironwood in Richmond inviting drivers to have their vehicle’s catalytic converter etched free of charge, as part of their ongoing Richmond-wide initiative to help deter theft as well as aid in recovery and prosecution.
Unlike typical catalytic converter etchings offered as part of a regular service appointment, this event will allow the public to attend on a first-come, first-served basis, without the need to book an appointment.
Richmond RCMP and community policing volunteers will be in attenda