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BCSep 14, 2022

Richmond RCMP seeking public assistance to identify a robbery suspect

Richmond RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a man allegedly involved in an attempted robbery. At approximately 2:27 pm on June 1, 2022 Richmond RCMP responded to a business in the 5900 block of No 3 Rd for an attempted robbery.The victim advised she was seated inside of the business when an unknown man allegedly attempted to pull the woman’s purse off her arm. The victim attempted to hold on to her purse and was subsequently dragged across a table and struck a chair. The suspect then exited the business on foot, heading westbound.The victim suffered a serious injury as
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BCSep 14, 2022

Surrey civic election: United Surrey announces Public Safety Plan

Amidst public safety issues being reduced to electoral politics and instruments for division, United Surrey is proudly introducing its four-point Public Safety Plan for tangible, positive impact. Developed in collaboration with community leaders, each proposal is designed to have direct and immediate positive impact for Surrey residents.The four pillars of the United Surrey Public Safety Plan are:Donation of land holdings towards the construction of a new Surrey-based law enforcement training facility in collaboration with the provincial government and other Metro Vancouver municipalities in o
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BCSep 14, 2022

Groundbreaking ceremony for new Newton Community Centre in Surrey

The City of Surrey has begun construction of the Newton Community Centre. A groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 14 marked the occasion. "I am thrilled to be breaking ground for the Newton Community Centre," said Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum. "Early roadworks have been completed and work has now begun on this new public recreational facility. The Newton Community Centre will be a hub for Surrey residents, offering services and programs for all ages to enjoy. Council recognises the importance of providing opportunities for recreation and competitive play. That’s why we have invested $42
BCSep 14, 2022

B.C. RCMP notifies IIO BC of incident near Keremeos

The BC RCMP has notified the Independent Investigations Office of British Columbia (IIO BC) of an incident near Keremeos where one person has died and another received serious injuries. On September 13, 2022, at approximately 7:45 a.m., the RCMP Southeast District Emergency Response Team attempted to arrest a man and woman for outstanding warrants at the 4100 block along Highway #3 near Keremeos.While attempting to enforce the warrants the man allegedly produced a weapon and was shot by police. The incident continued and the woman was also shot as a result.The man died at the scene and the wom
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BCSep 13, 2022

City breaks ground on North Surrey Outdoor Sport Complex

The City of Surrey has begun work on a new outdoor sport and cultural venue in North Surrey, which will be able to host the sport of Kabaddi as well as community events and concerts. "I am pleased that we have begun work on the new North Surrey Outdoor Sport Complex," said Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum. "With its natural grass field, this will be an ideal venue to support the growing sport of Kabaddi in Surrey. It will have the largest seating capacity of all other Kabaddi amenities in the City. Located near SkyTrain and rapid transit, the Complex will also serve as an additional outdoor venue to
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BCSep 13, 2022

Multiple charges laid in stolen vehicle investigation: Surrey RCMP

Surrey RCMP is advising the public that a man has been charged after allegedly stealing a vehicle that was for sale by owner. On August 31, 2022, Surrey RCMP received the report that a vehicle was stolen while being shown to a potential buyer in the 9000-block of 148A Street in Surrey. On September 1, 2022, at approximately 11:15 p.m. Surrey RCMP Gang Enforcement Team (SGET) was conducting proactive patrols and located the stolen vehicle in the 7600-block of 124 Street.Police attempted to conduct a traffic stop, however, the vehicle fled at a high rate of speed and drove in a manner that was a
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BCSep 13, 2022

VPD makes arrest after meal-delivery worker attacked by stranger

Vancouver Police have made an arrest in a violent and unprovoked stabbing that left a meal-delivery worker with life-threatening injuries Sunday night. The victim, a 22-year-old newcomer to Canada who was working for a meal-delivery service, was locking his bike to a street pole in Chinatown around 6 p.m. last night when he was approached from behind and attacked by someone he didn’t know."The victim suffered a number of stab wounds, including injuries to his chest and throat," said Sergeant Steve Addison of the attack, which occurred near Gore Avenue and East Pender Street. "Despite grave i
BCSep 13, 2022

Sany Zein takes over at B.C. Rapid Transit Company on October 3rd

The company responsible for SkyTrain and the West Coast Express has a new president and general manager. Sany Zein takes over at BC Rapid Transit Company on October 3rd. Zein, a professional engineer with more than 30 years of experience in the transportation industry, is no stranger to TransLink. He was with the company for more than 12 years, serving as vice-president of engineering from 2016 to 2021 before briefly joining the global consultancy firm, Jacobs.
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BCSep 12, 2022

Female pedestrian injured in Surrey hit-and-run

Surrey RCMP are looking for a driver involved in a hit-and-run with a pedestrian. Police were called to King George Blvd near 72 Ave at about 9 p.m. Sunday.Officers say a silver sedan heading south on King George struck a woman who was crossing the street between intersections.Police say the sedan, which may have been a Honda, continued south bound without stopping.The vehicle sustained obvious front end damage in the collision, likely to the right bumper.The 40 -year-old pedestrian was taken to hospital with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries.

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AlbertaJun 11, 2026

Calgary man stabbed in face in hate-motivated attack: police

Calgary police say a man was stabbed twice in the face after being subjected to racial slurs in what investigators are describing as a hate-motivated attack. Police allege the incident occurred on the night of May 22, when a man in his 40s was approached by a neighbour outside his home in southwest Calgary. During the confrontation, the victim was allegedly targeted with racial remarks before being stabbed. The injured man managed to get inside his home, call police and was taken to hospital for treatment. Authorities say he has since recovered from his injuries. Investigators also allege the
AlbertaJun 11, 2026

No Active Recall Petitions Remain Against Alberta MLAs

The last remaining recall petitions aimed at removing members of the Alberta legislature have been dismissed. It marks the first time since October that there are no active recall campaigns seeking to unseat Alberta politicians. Elections Alberta says petitions targeting Opposition NDP MLA Marie Renaud and former United Conservative cabinet minister Peter Guthrie have both come to an end. According to the agency, the petition against Renaud was withdrawn, while the campaign against Guthrie was declared invalid after no documents were submitted by Wednesday’s deadline. Under Alberta’s recal
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CanadaJun 11, 2026

Toronto Police Officer Dies After Being Shot During Search Warrant Execution in North York

A Toronto police officer who was critically injured after being shot during the execution of a search warrant at a North York apartment early Thursday has died in hospital. Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw confirmed that the fallen officer has been identified as 43-year-old Const. Marc Pinizzotto. Pinizzotto is the second Ontario police officer to die in the line of duty this week. On Tuesday, Const. Tarun Bali was killed after being struck by a vehicle driven by a suspect who had fled from a hospital. Chief Demkiw said officers were at the residential apartment as part of an investigation l
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IndiaJun 11, 2026

Former Akal Takht Jathedar Records Statement Before SIT in Behbal Kalan Firing Case

Former Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh appeared before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Thursday and recorded his statement in connection with the Behbal Kalan firing case. According to Giani Raghbir Singh, Shiromani Akali Dal president and former Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal had accepted responsibility related to the Behbal Kalan firing incident during a public appearance before the Akal Takht Sahib. He said the statement was made openly in the presence of the Sikh temporal authority. Raghbir Singh further stated that the proceedings were video recorded and
CanadaJun 11, 2026

Most Crime Guns Traced in Canada Originated Domestically, RCMP Internal Reports Show

Most firearms linked to criminal activity in Canada during 2023 and 2024 were obtained within the country rather than smuggled from abroad, according to RCMP internal reports. The reports indicate that nearly all traced long guns and handguns were either legally purchased in Canada before being diverted to criminal use or were reported stolen. The findings are based on firearm tracing data collected by the RCMP. According to the reports, investigators completed examinations of 6,951 firearms in 2024. Of those, 4,197 were identified as having been used in criminal activity. Authorities were abl