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BCOct 22, 2021

Major crimes investigators searching for clues related to a homicide in 100 Mile House

Major crimes investigators are in 100 Mile House searching for clues related to a homicide. Corporal Madonna Saunderson says police were called Tuesday evening about a report of what sounded like gunshots in an industrial area of the south Cariboo community. She says the victim, who has not been named, was found dead when officers reached the scene. Saunderson says RCMP are trying to determine what led up to the shooting and they want to talk to anyone who might have information about the homicide.
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BCOct 22, 2021

VPD arrests man seen with a gun in downtown

A man seen on surveillance footage carrying and pointing what appears to be a gun in downtown Vancouver Tuesday has been arrested by Vancouver Police."We are very thankful for the heads-up person who recognized the suspect and called our tip line immediately, "says Constable Tania Visintin.A 54 year old Vancouver man was arrested last night and was in possession of a replica handgun and other weapons.Firearm-related charges have been recommended to Crown counsel.The suspect remains in custody.
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BCOct 22, 2021

700 per cent spike in violent shoplifting across Vancouver: Chief Adam Palmer

Vancouver's top cop is reporting a 700 per cent spike in violent shoplifting across the city compared to pre-pandemic stats for 2019. Chief Adam Palmer says 844 cases have been recorded so far this year and he expects that number to top a thousand by January. He says the force has increased foot and bike patrols in an effort to respond faster to calls. Palmer adds that many officers are working a lot of overtime monitoring protests and handling pandemic-related complaints.
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BCOct 22, 2021

B.C. crosses grim milestone of 200,000 COVID-19 cases

In addition, 89.8% (3,884,354) of all eligible adults in B.C. have received their first dose and 84.4% (3,652,493) received their second dose.B.C. is reporting 715 new cases of COVID-19, for a total of 200,249 cases in the province.There are 4,965 active cases of COVID-19 in the province and 192,819 people who tested positive have recovered. Of the active cases, 377 individuals are in hospital and 136 are in intensive care. The remaining people are recovering at home in self-isolation.In the past 24 hours, four new deaths (Northern Health) have been reported, for an overall total of 2,096.Ther
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BCOct 21, 2021

Pedestrian killed in crash near Abbotsford

A pedestrian has been killed while walking along Highway 1 near Abbotsford. Police say it happened just before 10 last night when the victim was hit by a westbound transport truck. The unnamed pedestrian was pronounced dead in hospital a short time later. Investigators in Abbotsford are appealing for dashcam video or witnesses who may have seen the pedestrian along the highway in the moments before they were hit. Abbotsford Police Department on Twitter: AbbyPD & #ICARS on scene of fatal collision involving semi & pedestrian on Hwy 1. Hwy 1 closed westbound btwn Sumas Way & McCallu
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BCOct 21, 2021

Proactive policing leads to seizure of drugs, cash and a vehicle

Surrey RCMP Community Response Unit seized a large amount of drugs, cash and a vehicle during proactive patrols in South Surrey.On October 8, 2021, at 5:00 pm, Community Response Unit (CRU) officers observed what was believed to be a drug trafficking transaction between the driver of a vehicle and a man on foot in the 3000 block of 152 Street. Officers conducted a roadside traffic stop with the vehicle, which lead to both occupants of the vehicle being arrested.Police seized 151 oxycodone pills, 51 morphine pill, and 21 grams of cocaine, which was packaged for street level sale. In addition to
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BCOct 21, 2021

Bylaw officers issue 15 tickets and tow vehicles after complaints about noise and traffic during a wedding in Surrey

A big wedding celebration in Surrey, BC on Tuesday night, involving a lit ferris wheel, drew onlookers and complaints. The City of Surrey says bylaw officers, along with Surrey RCMP members, were called to a home after receiving multiple noise and traffic complaints from neighbours. Officers found a large ferris wheel on the grounds of the home and what appeared to be a wedding celebration. Bylaw officers issued 15 tickets for parking infractions and also had a number of vehicles towed.
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BCOct 21, 2021

Fentanyl, weapons, cash seized In community services division operation in Victoria

VicPD Community Services Division (CSD) officers, working with the Greater Victoria Emergency Response Team (GVERT), arrested a man and seized fentanyl, weapons, and cash after an investigation into drug trafficking in Victoria.In early October, CSD officers began an investigation into a suspected drug trafficker operating out of a suite in a multi-unit residential building in the 900-block of Johnson Street. On Friday, October 15th, members of GVERT arrested the suspect in the 900-block of Pandora Avenue. A loud distraction device was utilized in the course of the arrest due to concerns that
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BCOct 21, 2021

B.C. reports 696 COVID-19 cases and 6 deaths

B.C. is reporting 696 new cases of COVID-19, including eight epi-linked cases, for a total of 199,534 cases in the province.There are 4,888 active cases of COVID-19 in the province and 192,189 people who tested positive have recovered. Of the active cases, 370 individuals are in hospital and 139 are in intensive care. The remaining people are recovering at home in self-isolation. In the past 24 hours, six new deaths have been reported, for an overall total of 2,092.The new deaths include: Fraser Health: fiveVancouver Coastal Health: one There has been one new health-care facility outbreak at S

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CanadaFeb 17, 2026

Canada’s annual inflation rate dips to 2.3 percent in January as fuel prices fall

Canada’s annual inflation rate slowed slightly in January, easing to 2.3 percent compared with 2.4 percent in December, according to new data released by Statistics Canada. The decline was stronger than many economists had expected, as most forecasts had predicted the rate would remain unchanged. The federal agency said a significant drop in gasoline prices played a key role in moderating overall inflation. Gasoline prices were down 16.7 percent year over year, offsetting continued increases in the cost of food and clothing. Lower energy costs helped ease pressure on transportation expenses
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Tarique Rahman sworn in as Bangladesh prime minister after BNP election victory

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Prime Minister Mark Carney to Visit India in Early March for Trade Talks

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BCFeb 13, 2026

Man arrested after alleged vehicle thefts and fire in East Vancouver

Vancouver Police say a 41-year-old man is in custody following a series of incidents in East Vancouver on Wednesday afternoon that involved a stolen motorcycle, a damaged work truck, and a small vehicle fire. According to investigators, the sequence began shortly before 1:50 p.m. on February 12, when a motorcycle was reported stolen near Main Street and Industrial Avenue. About an hour later, the motorcycle was found abandoned near Mountain View Cemetery, in the area of Fraser Street and East 41st Avenue. Police allege the suspect then entered a work truck parked inside the cemetery grounds, d
BCFeb 13, 2026

Coordinated Police Operation on Vancouver Island Targets Gang-Linked Drug Networks

A four-day coordinated enforcement operation on Vancouver Island has led to multiple arrests, drug seizures and the removal of weapons, as police agencies worked together to disrupt organized crime activity in the region. The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of British Columbia conducted the deployment from January 29 to February 1, partnering with West Shore RCMP, Saanich Police Department and Victoria Police Department. The initiative focused on gang-related activity and intelligence-led enforcement aimed at reducing the availability of illegal drugs and preventing violence. During t