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A 44-year-old man is in custody after allegedly threatening security guards with bear spray and a knife at Burnaby's Metropolis at Metrotown. Police arrested the suspect after he fled the scene, and officers used a stun gun to subdue him. No charges have been laid, and investigators are seeking additional video evidence and witnesses.
Police in Surrey investigate a stabbing incident after a man was found with multiple stab wounds and severe head injuries in Holland Park Thursday morning. The victim is in serious but stable condition, and authorities are seeking witnesses or any information related to the event.
A 32-year-old man, Tyson Young, faces a second-degree murder charge following the death of a pedestrian in Skidegate. The incident occurred on Front Street, where the pedestrian succumbed to injuries sustained in what police believe was a targeted attack. Authorities urge anyone with relevant information or video footage to contact the RCMP.
Construction has begun on a new complex care centre for children at BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver. The facility will provide both in-person and virtual care, featuring 16 suites for short stays and support for families navigating complex health needs. Completion is expected by December 2027, with an opening planned for early 2028.
Surrey police seek public assistance to identify suspects involved in vandalizing two religious temples in Metro Vancouver on April 19. The Khalsa Diwan Society Gurdwara and Shree Lakshmi Narayan Mandir were both targeted, with suspects linked to a white Dodge pickup truck. Investigators are examining CCTV footage and dashcam recordings from the incidents.
A Nanaimo family struggles to reintegrate their eight-year-old autistic son, Luca, into school after more than 60 days of medical exclusion. The school district cites repeated episodes of "Level 3 Behaviour," but the family claims they have received insufficient guidance on how to return him to class. The situation is impacting Luca's mental health as he remains at home.
Ten new involuntary care beds opened at Surrey Pretrial Services Centre to support incarcerated individuals facing mental health and addiction challenges. Premier David Eby stated the initiative aims to disrupt the cycle of crime and enhance community safety by providing necessary care. The specialized unit will also help stabilize patients on their recovery paths.
Liberal Leader Mark Carney promises to tackle B.C.'s toxic drug crisis by imposing harsher penalties for traffickers and investing $500 million in emergency treatment. With the federal election approaching, he emphasizes mental health support for youth while remaining non-committal on overdose prevention sites.
British Columbia announced funding for 64 projects aimed at reducing wildfire risk and enhancing forest health. The $19 million in provincial support will help remove nearly 11,000 truckloads of flammable waste, focusing on First Nations involvement and community safety.
Chief Adam Palmer of the Vancouver Police Department supports Task Force Barrage, which has led to 459 weapon seizures and 314 arrests in the Downtown Eastside. City Coun. Pete Fry criticizes the task force for allegedly displacing street disorder to other neighborhoods. Palmer denies any claims of arrest quotas tied to the initiative.