17-year-old facing assault charges after threatening Metrotown passersby with knife
The teen is now facing charges of assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
The teen is now facing charges of assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
Police say the victim’s injuries were “consistent with foul play.”
The area of Patterson Ave and Hurst St near Ocean View Funeral Home and Burial Park was closed for several hours Monday as investigators worked at the scene.
Boundary Road between Canada Way and 22nd Avenue is closed in both directions while police continue to investigate.
Cpl Mike Kalanj said multiple witnesses reported a man and a woman had fled from the car, which was reported stolen on Wednesday.
Burnaby RCMP provided an update on Friday afternoon.
Investigators say this is believed to be a targeted incident but not connected with the Lower Mainland gang conflict.
Burnaby RCMP say police were called to the east side of the bustling shopping centre (4800 Kingsway) at 11:40am Sunday morning for a report of a stabbing.
The new RCMP collective agreement includes retroactive raises for officers dating back to 2017, and it’s going to cost Burnaby an additional $4 million a year going forward.
Police said the protest was having a significant impact on traffic well into Friday afternoon.