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BCSep 17, 2022

One youth recovering from stabbing in Newton: Surrey RCMP

Surrey RCMP is investigating an altercation between a group of youths where a youth was stabbed and is requesting anyone with information to contact police. On September 15, 2022 at 6:54 p.m., Surrey RCMP received the report of a stabbing at a park located in the 6400-block of 123 Street. Police attended the area and located a youth suffering from a stab wound. The 13-year old was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries and is expected to be released from hospital today. Frontline officers flooded the area and the Lower Mainland Integrated Police Dog Service assisted in a g
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CanadaSep 16, 2022

PM Trudeau leaves for London, Governor General and 4 former PM's are part of Canadian delegation to attend funeral for Queen Elizabeth II

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will be landing in London later today. Trudeau, Governor General Mary Simon and four former prime ministers are part of a Canadian delegation who will attend Monday's funeral for Queen Elizabeth the Second. Security is high in London as world leaders begin to arrive for the funeral that's expected to draw hundreds of thousands of people to the city. Streets around the Palace of Westminster have been blocked off with metal barricades today, with police officers from across the UK directing the crowd waiting to pay their respects to the late queen. It's expected th
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BCSep 16, 2022

Search warrant at convenience store leads to seizure of fentanyl and large amount of cash

Surrey RCMP is informing the public of ongoing enforcement action targeting drug trafficking in the City Centre area.On August 30, 2022, Surrey RCMP Drug Unit executed a search warrant at a convenience store located in the 10200-block of City Parkway. The search warrant was part of an ongoing investigation focused on criminal activity in the area due to numerous complaints of drug trafficking and violent incidents linked to the illicit drug trade in the area surrounding the store. Investigation lead the police to believe that the business was being used to facilitate drug trafficking in the ar
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BCSep 16, 2022

Commercial vehicle enforcement op in Richmond results in 62 violations being issued

RCMP say a recent check of 33 commercial vehicles in Richmond ended with all but four being taken off the road for immediate repairs. The one-day operation took place Monday. In all, Mounties say 62 tickets were issued for Motor Vehicle Act infractions and other violations of Motor Vehicle Act Regulations and the Commercial Transport Act. The spot inspections were carried out by Richmond and Surrey R-C-M-P, Delta Police, Richmond bylaw officers and members of Surrey's commercial vehicle inspection unit.
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IndiaSep 16, 2022

Ex-Punjab CM Capt Amarinder Singh to join BJP on Monday

Former Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh will join the Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday. According to Punjab Lok Congress (PLC) spokesperson Pritpal Singh Baliawal, Amarinder Singh is also likely to merge his party PLC with the BJP in the national capital on September 19. The development comes days after Singh met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi. "Had a very productive meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah Ji. Discussed various issues pertaining to National security, the rising cases of narco-terrorism in Punjab and the future roadmap for the overall holistic developmen
AlbertaSep 16, 2022

UCP government removes chief of Alberta Human Rights Commission

The man who was serving as the head of the Alberta Human Rights Commission is out of a job. The United Conservative Party government has rescinded Collin May's appointment in a dispute stemming from a passage in a book review that has been criticized as Islamophobic. Neither Justice Minister Tyler Shandro nor May has commented on the government's decision. Earlier this week, Shandro publicly urged May to resign after a Muslim advocacy group said May had failed to keep a promise to meet with them over comments in a book review he had written in 2009 that they deemed Islamophobic. May refused to
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BCSep 15, 2022

Surrey Council appoints 6 By-law Officers

Surrey City Council approved the appointment of 6 new By-law Officers during a Special Council Meeting on Thursday, Sept. 15. "I am happy to see 6 By-law Officers appointed in Surrey, including four designated as Community Patrol Officers," said Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum. "It is crucial that we have officers of all kinds patrolling our streets to help keep Surrey a safe, vibrant City as we continue to grow. By-law Officers play an important role in supporting the community’s well-being and livability."Of the 6 individuals appointed on Sept. 15, 4 are designated as Community Patrol Officers
BCSep 15, 2022

One man found with injuries in Cloverdale: Surrey RCMP

Surrey RCMP is investigating after a man was located with injuries outside a residence in the Cloverdale area. On September 15, 2022 at approximately 5:30 am police received a 911 call indicating a man was injured in the 5800 block of Angus Place. Upon attendance a 35-year-old male was located suffering from injuries consistent with a gunshot wound. The victim was provided life saving measures, and was transported to hospital with serious injuries, not considered to be life-threatening. Investigators are canvassing the area and working alongside the Integrated Forensic Identification Team to p
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BCSep 15, 2022

Sharp-eyed store employees’ call to police results in return of thousands of dollars worth of merchandise in Richmond

On August 31, 2022, Richmond RCMP responded to the 7800 block of Templeton Station Rd for an alleged theft-in-progress at a store within a mall. The complainant, an employee from the store, advised employees were, from a safe distance, following a woman who had allegedly stolen multiple items. Richmond RCMP frontline officers stationed at the Vancouver International Airport (YVR) quickly responded and arrested two women. The two allegedly were in possession of three reusable shopping bags. A search incidental to arrest resulted in the recovery of thousands of dollars-worth of clothing from mul

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BCJun 04, 2026

B.C. MLA Jordan Kealy charged with sexual assault

Independent B.C. legislator Jordan Kealy has been charged with sexual assault, according to the British Columbia Prosecution Service. The prosecution service said the charge relates to an alleged offence or offences that occurred between Jan. 1 and Sept. 20, 2024, in Fort St. John. The allegation has not been tested in court. Kealy represents the Peace River North riding in the B.C. legislature. The prosecution service said a special prosecutor was appointed following an RCMP investigation to help ensure the administration of justice remains free from any perceived improper influence. Accordin
WorldJun 04, 2026

12 killed in Sri Lanka nursing home fire; investigation underway

A fire at a nursing home in western Sri Lanka killed 12 residents and injured eight others, according to Sri Lankan police. The fire broke out late Wednesday at a care facility in the town of Anguruwatota. Police said 51 residents were rescued from the building. Police spokesperson Fredrick Wootler said emergency responders attended the scene and survivors were taken to safety. Authorities have not yet released details on the cause of the fire. The director of the nursing home has been arrested on suspicion of causing deaths through negligence, police said. Investigators are examining the circ
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CanadaJun 04, 2026

Second Shooting Reported at Surrey Home Linked to Extortion Investigation

A Surrey home that was previously targeted in a shooting last month was struck by gunfire again early Thursday morning, according to Surrey Police Service (SPS). Police said officers responded at approximately 4:02 a.m. to reports of shots fired near 57 Avenue and 148 Street in the South Newton neighbourhood. Frontline officers located evidence confirming that gunfire had occurred at the property. Authorities said several people were inside the home at the time of the shooting, but no injuries were reported. The extent of any property damage has not been released. According to SPS, the investi
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BCJun 04, 2026

Single-Vehicle Crash on Highway 11 Leaves Three Seriously Injured, Abbotsford Police Investigating

Abbotsford police are investigating a serious single-vehicle collision that left three people injured, including one person who was airlifted to hospital in life-threatening condition. According to an Abbotsford Police Department release, patrol officers responded to the crash at approximately 12:14 a.m. on June 1 near Highway 11 and Townshipline Road. Emergency crews found a black Chrysler 300 with extensive damage and three occupants suffering from serious injuries. All three were transported to hospital for treatment, police said. The investigation is being led by the Abbotsford Police Depa
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CanadaJun 04, 2026

Man charged after RCMP officer injured during alleged migrant smuggling investigation in Quebec

A 25-year-old man is facing multiple charges after an RCMP officer was injured during an alleged migrant smuggling operation near the Canada–U.S. border in southern Quebec, according to the RCMP. Police said the incident occurred Tuesday night near Noyan, Que., south of Montreal, while a border enforcement team was searching for five people who had allegedly entered Canada illegally. According to the RCMP, an officer attempted to intercept a vehicle linked to the investigation when the driver allegedly rammed the door of a police vehicle before fleeing the area. RCMP said Chetan Kumar, 25, w