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BCApr 28, 2022

Abbotsford Police Department investigating hit and run

Police in Abbotsford say they're investigating a hit-and-run that left a 38-year-old man with life-threatening injuries.Officers responded to the crash between a pedestrian and vehicle whose driver fled the scene just before midnight on Tuesday.Police say they're working with the R-C-M-P's Integrated Collision Analysis Reconstruction Service as they try to identify the suspect vehicle.Anyone who was in the area of Clearbook Road and Hillcrest Avenue around the time of the incident is asked to contact police.
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BCApr 27, 2022

VPD releases video, asks for help in solving a violent robbery

Vancouver police are appealing for help solving a violent robbery that occurred in early December. The department has released video of two masked men entering the Gucci store in the downtown core on December 9th, spraying a staff member with bear spray and making off with about $20,000 in merchandise. Police hope someone will recognize the two robbers, but they haven't explained why they waited so long to release the video, even though they obtained it early in the investigation. The 33 year old security guard who was hit with the bear spray managed to flee the store with three other employe
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BCApr 27, 2022

Stanley Park seawall reopens almost 4 months after ultra high tides severely damaged the walkway

The Stanley Park seawall has finally reopened, almost four months after ultra high tides, extreme winds and a storm surge severely damaged the popular Vancouver walkway. The Vancouver park board says the 3.5 kilometre stretch of seawall between Second Beach and Lions Gate Bridge was damaged January 7th and reopened today. The board says lock blocks have been used to prevent further erosion and rebuild parts of the damaged walls along sections where the old structure collapsed. A statement from the board says stonemasons have been working to rebuild the stone work, crews have added new capstone
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BCApr 27, 2022

Four bus passengers injured in unprovoked assault in Abbotsford

On April 24th, at 4:18 pm, AbbyPD responded to reports of an intoxicated, assaultive passenger on a BC Transit Bus which was proceeding westbound on Highway 1 at Whatcom Road. While police were en route, passengers on the bus stepped in and assisted with restraining the suspect until police arrived. Upon police arrival, the suspect continued to resist which required additional officers to assist in his arrest. In total, four passengers were assaulted during the incident. All received minor injuries which did not require transport to the hospital. Forty-five-year-old David Allen LUCAS of Surrey
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BCApr 27, 2022

Surrey RCMP invetigating after person was found dead in the remains of a fire at a homeless camp

Surrey RCMP say they are investigating after a person was found dead in the remains of a fire at a homeless camp. Police say the discovery was made after the fire crews put out the blaze yesterday. They say officers secured the scene for further investigation and are working closely with the BC Coroners Service and Surrey Fire Service on the case. They say the deceased person has not yet been identified.
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BCApr 27, 2022

Two B.C. men included in a list released today of Canada's 25 most wanted fugitives

Two men from BC are on a list released today of Canada's 25 most wanted fugitives. 36 year old Gene Karl Lahrkamp is number two on the list supplied by the Bolo, or be on the lookout program. A 100,000 dollar reward has been issued for the man wanted in connection with the death of former Abbotsford gangster Jimi Sandhu, who Crimestoppers says was found dead near a villa in Rawai Beach in Phuket, Thailand, in February. Also on the list is 61-year-old John Norman MacKenzie, a man convicted of second-degree murder, armed robbery and other offences who escaped from the Mission Institution shortl
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BCApr 26, 2022

High school girl student injured after assault at school

A high school student in Richmond has been injured in an assault at school, and RCMP say a second student is under investigation. Police say the assault happened at Hugh Boyd Secondary last Thursday and a 14-year-old girl suffered serious but not life-threatening injuries. A 17 year old male was arrested at the school and later released to his legal guardian while the investigation continues. Mounties say the Youth Criminal Justice Act prevents them from providing many other details, but they say the incident can affect the entire school community and they are working to ensure the safety and
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BCApr 26, 2022

Man killed in stabbing attack in Kelowna

A 38 year old man has been stabbed to death in Kelowna. RCMP say it happened just before nine last night in central Kelowna and the victim was treated in hospital but could not be revived. A 22 year old man was arrested at the scene and police say he remains in custody. Police have released few other details and haven't said what might have led to the stabbing.
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BCApr 26, 2022

Horgan apologizes for profanity in legislature during tense question period

Premier John Horgan says he is sorry for using the F-word during a debate with the Opposition Liberals over B-C's shortage of family doctors.The question period ended with the speaker calling on members to behave like adults and refrain from making debates personal.Liberal House Leader Todd Stone rose in the legislature shortly afterwards requesting a point of privilege to discuss the matter further at another time.The premier later returned to the legislature to apologize, saying his passion for health care got the better of him.

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CanadaNov 04, 2026

Canadian Truck Driver Arrested in Michigan with 93 kg of Suspected Cocaine Worth $1.86 Million

A Canadian truck driver has been arrested by Michigan State Police after approximately 93 kilograms of suspected cocaine, worth more than $1.86 million, were discovered inside his trailer during a traffic stop in St. Clair County on Halloween night. Police stopped the Ontario-plated truck around 12:20 a.m. for a traffic violation. During a search of the trailer, officers found two garbage bags and two duffel bags containing the suspected cocaine. According to reports, the truck was travelling from Texas to Ontario carrying folding cartons, allegedly using the shipment as cover to transport dru
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AlbertaNov 04, 2026

Edmonton Police Arrest Suspect Linked to Pakistan-Based International Telecom Fraud Network

Edmonton police have arrested a man allegedly connected to an international fraud network operating through call centres in Pakistan. According to police, scammers linked to call centres in Lahore have been targeting residents since 2024 by posing as representatives of major telecommunications companies, including Rogers, Telus and Virgin Mobile. The scheme has resulted in total losses of approximately $20 million for Edmonton residents. The fraudsters allegedly lured victims with offers of free or heavily discounted cellphones and mobile plans to obtain their personal information. They then a
BCNov 04, 2026

Vancouver Man Sentenced to 7 Years for Sexually Abusing Girl in His Care

A Vancouver provincial court has sentenced a man to seven years in prison for sexually abusing a young girl over several months while he was entrusted with her care. During the court proceedings, it was revealed that the victim’s mother worked two or three jobs to support her family. Trusting the accused, identified as Ferdinand Silabe Talinus, who was in his mid-40s, she had hired him to look after her two daughters. However, the accused allegedly took advantage of that trust and sexually assaulted the girl between June 2021 and October 2022. He reportedly covered the child’s mouth during
BCNov 04, 2026

Mother and Daughter Killed in Suspected Grizzly Bear Attack in B.C.

A mother and daughter have died in a suspected grizzly bear attack in the Bella Coola area of British Columbia. The victims have been identified as 48-year-old Jennifer Balcarres and her 20-year-old daughter, Sela Reid. The two women went hiking along the Snooka West Trail on Saturday afternoon, about a five-minute walk from their home. However, when they failed to return, their family reported them missing on Sunday. The B.C. Conservation Officer Service found Jennifer's body in the trail area on Monday, while her daughter's body was recovered on Tuesday. Jennifer worked as an art therapist,
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BCNov 04, 2026

Surrey Police Raid Kelowna Home, Two People Detained

Surrey Police Service, along with local RCMP and an Emergency Response Team, conducted a raid at a residence on Findlay Road in Kelowna’s Rutland neighbourhood on Monday morning. At least two people were taken into custody during the operation. Witnesses reported that police smashed windows and deployed smoke grenades while entering the home. Surrey Police Senior Media Relations Officer Sgt. Lindsey Houghton confirmed that the raid was part of an ongoing sensitive investigation by the Surrey Police Service. However, police have not disclosed the nature of the alleged crime. Kelowna RCMP Medi