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BCJun 24, 2022

Dedaar Jhooty charged with manslaughter in connection with the death of Henry Garcia Molina in Whistler

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team says a 22 year old man has been charged in a fatal stabbing in Whistler Village last summer. I-HIT says 26 year old Henry Garcia Molina was stabbed outside a bisto and died of his injuries after being taken to the Whistler Medical Clinic last August 14th. Police say they arrested a suspect in his death yesterday with support from Richmond RCMP. I-HIT says the suspect has been charged with manslaughter. IHIT on Twitter: IHIT INVESTIGATIVE UPDATE - WhistlerDedaar Jhooty has been charged with manslaughter in connection with the death of Henry Garcia Mol
BCJun 24, 2022

B.C. police officer charged with two counts of assault related to 2020 arrest

The BC Prosecution Service has approved two charges against an Abbotsford police officer in connection with an arrest he made more than two years ago. The service says in a news release that Const. Shaun Nagel has been charged with assault with a weapon and assault causing bodily harm. The service says the charges were made in relation to a suspect's arrest in West Vancouver on Feb. 26, 2020. It did not provide any other details because Nagel's case is before the courts. It says the charges were approved by an ``experienced Crown counsel with no prior or current connection with the officer.''
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BCJun 23, 2022

Premier Horgan says about Air India flight bombing, "callous crime that must never be forgotten"

Premier John Horgan says the bomb that tore apart Air India Flight 182 off the coast of Ireland, killing 329 passengers, including 280 Canadians is a ``callous crime that must never be forgotten.'' Terrorists based in BC planned and executed the bombing which happened 37 years ago today. In his statement marking the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism, Horgan says everyone should take a stand against hatred. He says despicable acts of terror must be rejected and people should respect and care for those who are targeted by such acts.
BCJun 23, 2022

City of Vancouver ready to launch its program aimed at helping residents beat the heat

As temperatures in the low to mid 30s reach BC this weekend, forecasters say the warmth does not herald another heat dome like the one that killed hundreds in BC last June. But the City of Vancouver says temperatures will be high enough to warrant the launch of its program aimed at helping residents beat the heat. Vancouver says it will offer cooling stations in community centres and libraries and add water fountains and bottle-filling stations. City staff will also monitor outdoor spaces for those suffering heat-related illness; and do more checks on anyone prone to heat-related problems.
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BCJun 23, 2022

Rain swells north, central B.C. rivers but southeast levels to fall as heat arrives

Most of British Columbia is about to get its first taste of summer weather after a chilly, wet spring delayed snowmelt, and that has many Interior communities bracing for flooding. The River Forecast Centre says flood warnings are in place for the Quesnel and Blue rivers east of Williams Lake. Food watches are also up for the Thompson River system, including the North and South Thompson, the Illecillewaet River near Revelstoke, the Liard River and other waterways in the northeast. High streamflow advisories cover the eastern half of the province from the Yukon to the US border, with rainy wea
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BCJun 23, 2022

Opioid precursors cleared out in drug bust in Chilliwack

RCMP say they have seized thousands of litres of industrial solvents and large amounts of precursor chemicals used to make synthetic drugs such as fentanyl. The bust happened earlier this month at a home in rural Chilliwack. A statement from the Mounties says along with the chemicals, officers found signs that they had disrupted construction of a clandestine drug lab capable of producing the deadly substances linked to BC's ongoing opioid crisis. No arrests were made during the raid on June 2nd, and no charges have been laid but police say the investigation is continuing. Click the link to re
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BCJun 23, 2022

Vehicle impounded after speeding vehicle clocked at 140km in 30km school zone

Police has impounded a vehicle and issued a ticket in Abbotsford. A teenager was driving a vehicle at a speed of 140km in the 30km school zone. Police say officers took action immediately. An 18 year old driver was issued a ticket of $483. Abbotsford police on Twitter: Our Youth officers wear many hats. Yesterday, at a local school, they witnessed a young driver operating his car at 140 km in the 30 km school zone. They immediately took action. An 18-year-old driver had his prom vehicle impounded and was issued a $483 ticket.
BCJun 23, 2022

Horgan pulls the plug on controversial $789 million project; Furstenau says Premier took far too long

Premier John Horgan has pulled the plug on a controversial 800-million dollar plan to build a replacement for the aging Royal BC Museum in Victoria. Horgan says he's heard quite clearly from the people of BC that it's the wrong time for such a project and they want his government to rethink its plans to protect the museum's priceless artifacts. He says he made the wrong call and his government will go back to the drawing board to find a project that all residents can get behind. His government had said it approved the project because the museum can't withstand a flood or earthquake, and renov
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BCJun 22, 2022

Tragic ending to a missing person investigation: Coquitlam RCMP

The Coquitlam RCMP is updating that the investigation into missing youth Noelle Elli O’Soup has come to a tragic end. The 14 year old reported missing on May 12, 2021, has been located deceased, in Vancouver. The Vancouver Police Department currently has conduct of the investigation into the circumstances of Noelle Elli O’Soup’s death and the Coquitlam RCMP will continue to support the VPD investigation, as is needed moving forward.The Coquitlam RCMP offer their deepest condolences to the family and friends and thank the public and media for their assistance with the investigation.Furthe

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BCMar 25, 2026

Vancouver police seek witnesses after suspicious death in Downtown Eastside

The Vancouver Police Department says its homicide unit is investigating a suspicious death in the city’s Downtown Eastside and is asking witnesses to come forward. According to a Vancouver Police Department news release, paramedics with BC Emergency Health Services responded to a call at about 7:40 a.m. on March 20 in the south lane of the 100-block of East Hastings Street for a man in medical distress. Despite life-saving efforts, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Police said paramedics notified officers after observing injuries considered suspicious. The case has since been taken o
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BCMar 25, 2026

B.C. police watchdog launches systemic probe into handling of sexual misconduct cases

British Columbia’s police watchdog has launched a provincewide review into how municipal departments handle sexual misconduct allegations involving officers, citing concerns about recurring patterns and oversight. Prabhu Rajan, head of the Office of the Police Complaint Commissioner, said the investigation will examine internal processes used when departments investigate their own members. He said sexual misconduct in policing workplaces can undermine operational effectiveness and public trust. According to a statement from the commissioner’s office, the probe is the first “systemic inve
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BCMar 25, 2026

Taxpayers group urges B.C. to suspend fuel tax amid high gas prices

The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is calling on the Government of British Columbia to suspend its provincial motor fuels tax, arguing the move would reduce costs for drivers as gasoline prices remain elevated. In a statement, the group said drivers in regions including Metro Vancouver and the Capital Regional District are paying more than $2 per litre for fuel, while prices in other parts of the province are մոտ $1.80 per litre. “B.C. drivers pay the highest gas prices in the country because of the highest gas taxes from the province and regional districts,” said Carson Binda. He added
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South Africa arrests 12 senior police officers in corruption probe tied to service contract

South African anti-corruption investigators have arrested 12 senior police officers on allegations of corruption and fraud, according to a statement released Wednesday by the National Prosecuting Authority’s investigative directorate. The officers appeared in court in Pretoria following their arrests. Authorities allege the case is linked to a contract involving the provision of health and wellbeing services to police personnel. A 13th individual, identified as a company director connected to the contract, was also taken into custody, the agency said. According to the prosecuting authority,
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BCMar 25, 2026

Three arrested in Abbotsford drug trafficking investigation; police seize cocaine and cash

Three people in their twenties were arrested Monday night in Abbotsford in connection with a suspected drug trafficking investigation, according to a police release. The Abbotsford Police Department said patrol officers responded shortly after 9 p.m. and located two men and one woman near the area of Gillis Avenue and McCallum Road. Police allege the individuals, who do not reside in Abbotsford, had come into the community to sell drugs. Officers seized approximately 73 grams of suspected cocaine and more than $4,500 in cash during the arrest. A 2014 Honda Civic was also seized as offence-rela