Chilliwack man arrested in connection to BB gun incidents

Chilliwack

2023-01-18 11:16 PST

File # 2023-611

Chilliwack RCMP’s Community Response Team has arrested a 40 year old Chilliwack man in connection with recent incidents of intentional damage to windows.

Chilliwack RCMP are investigating multiple incidents of mischief involving the use of a pellet or BB gun which has resulted in thousands of dollars of damage to windows in downtown Chilliwack. The latest incident was reported to police on Monday, January 16th, 2023 after broken windows were discovered at a business located in the 8800 block of Young Road. Police seized surveillance footage which assisted them in identifying and arresting a suspect.

40 year old Chilliwack man has been arrested in connection with multiple mischief offences involving this spree of damaged windows. He has been released on conditions pending his first appearance in court.

These incidents have a major impact on our business community says Sgt. Krista Vrolyk, Media spokesperson for the Chilliwack RCMP. CCTV footage and timely reporting to police allowed our Community Response Team to advance their investigation, gather evidence which ultimately lead to an arrest.

Anyone with any information or CCTV surveillance footage of recent damage to windows believed to be caused by BB or pellet guns is asked to contact the Chilliwack RCMP. Or, if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Released by

Cpl. Martin Godard

Media Relations Officer
Chilliwack RCMP
45924 Airport Rd, Chilliwack BC, V2P 1A2
Office: 604-393-3013
Cell: 604-997-0339

Email: martin.godard@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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