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Global News
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- Global News
1st-degree murder charges laid following fatal hit and run on Siksika Nation
The RCMP have charged a 27-year-old man with two counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted murder following a hit and run on the Siksika Nation that killed two people. Cpl. Troy Savinkoff said investigators have also recovered the vehicle suspected to have been involved. The crash happened on Saturday around 9:30 p.m. on the Siksika Nation, about an hour east of Calgary. The deceased have been identified as 27-year-old Trayton Runningbird and 45-year-old Clifton Saddleback. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy A 45-year-old woman is still in hospital in critical condition. The RCMP said a group of five people were walking when they were struck and the driver and vehicle fled the scene. Two other people in the group were not hurt. Story continues below advertisement View image in full screen The RCMP said the hit and run took place around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday. Global News Adolphus Weaselchild, whom RCMP identified as a Siksika Nation resident, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted murder. A justice of the peace has ordered Weaselchild to be kept in custody until his next court appearance.
Vancouver Sun
5 hours ago
- Vancouver Sun
Bath & Body Works refutes U.S. woman's lawsuit about exploding candle made at Canadian facility
Retailer Bath & Body Works is refuting a lawsuit filed by a woman who says she was severely burned by an exploding candle manufactured at a Canadian facility. Renita Francois says she was lighting the candle from Bath & Body Works, with a scent called Sweater Weather, on Jan. 19, 2023 in her home on Long Island, New York. She leaned in to smell the candle when 'a sudden explosion erupted from the glass container, propelling molten wax and flames outward in every direction,' according to the lawsuit obtained by National Post. The explosion occurred 'within moments' of lighting the candle, the claim says. As well as Bath & Body Works, Francois is also suing Premier Candle Corporation, the Canadian candle producer, for 'negligence, failure to warn, product defect, breach of warranty,' which are related to 'a defective candle that exploded and caused severe burns and permanent disfigurement.' Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. The suit, filed on July 4, alleges that both companies, 'despite knowing of prior explosions and safety risks related to their three-wick candles, failed to recall, redesign, or properly warn consumers about the risk of catastrophic injury.' In an emailed statement to National Post, a spokesperson for Bath & Body Works denied the allegations. They said the explosion was due to misuse. 'In millions of hours of testing we have never seen our candles explode. Based on third party testing it is evident that the candle involved in this incident was improperly burned and extinguished. 'Bath & Body Works stands by the safety of our product, and when used appropriately, our best-in-class safety and testing standards make our candles safe,' the statement said. It continued: 'All Bath & Body Works candles made by Premier in Canada are subject to the exact same quality standards, inspections, and rigorous testing as other candles manufactured and sold by Bath & Body Works in the United States.' According to its website, Premier Candle Corporation says it has 'stringent procedures from incoming material inspections, batching confirmations, in process inspections, and many other quality checks up to the final pre-shipment inspection.' Francois said she followed the instructions on the bottom of the candle and adhered to its safety warnings. The label says the candle should not be lit for more than four hours and that the wick should always be trimmed to a quarter of an inch before it is lit. 'This explosion was not the result of improper use, negligence, or failure to follow safety guidelines,' per the lawsuit. Francois suffered severe second-degree burns, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, emotional distress, and permanent scarring, the claim says. Francois's husband, McEvans Francois, is also named in the lawsuit as a plaintiff. He was there when Francois was lighting the candle and 'witnessed his wife's face catch fire, crackle, and blister as molten wax burned her skin, resulting in severe emotional distress, PTSD, and loss of consortium.' Loss of consortium is when the intangible benefits of a relationship — such as companionship, comfort, affection, and love — are lost or impaired, according to Cornell Law School's Legal Information Institute. It can be claimed by a spouse. The lawsuit called the candle 'defective' and maintained that the explosion occurred 'within moments' after lighting. A webpage dedicated to candle safety by Health Canada says most cases of candle fires are caused by 'human errors.' It also says 'the obvious hazard when you burn candles is the risk of injury or death from fire.' 'But the design of candles can also increase the risk of fire and fire-related injuries,' per the federal government, adding that candles with three wicks, depending on the kind, can produce high flames. This can lead to a 'very intense heat' that can cause materials such as curtains or clothing to catch fire. 'These candles can also melt rapidly, leaving a large pool of hot wax that can cause burns,' per Health Canada. Francois's lawsuit says she is a mother, wife and leader in public safety, community advocacy, and strategic policy reform. 'This is not just a physical injury — it is an emotional and psychological battle, an assault on her self-perception, and a daily reminder of a tragedy that could have been prevented,' says the lawsuit. In 2017, a Texas woman said that a three-wick Bath & Body Works candle 'burst' in her face, news outlet NBC 5 reported . However, she said that she did not follow its warnings, which told consumers not to blow on the candle or to throw water on it in order to extinguish the flame. There have not been any recalls for Bath & Body Works candles reported by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission since 2004. That year in March, Bath & Body Works voluntarily recalled its 'Real Essence' votive candles — a different kind of candle than the three-wick Sweater Weather scented candle in the lawsuit. In the recall announcement, it says the votive candles that were recalled could 'burn with a high flame or irregular flame, posing a fire hazard to consumers.' Votive candles are smaller candles, sometimes used for prayer. 'The safety of our customers is our top priority. With hundreds of millions of units sold, our candles have a longstanding, exceptional safety record. Our candles undergo extensive quality and safety testing under rigorous burn and use conditions to meet or exceed all applicable industry and government standards for safety and performance,' the emailed statement from Bath & Body Works said. 'Many factors beyond the construction of the candle itself can affect any candle's performance, which is why we provide safe candle burning tips on our website and proper use guidelines on our products. For more information on safely enjoying room-filling fragrance, follow this important safety information when caring for your candle.' Premier Candle Corporation did not return National Post's request for comment. Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our daily newsletter, Posted, here .
CTV News
5 hours ago
- CTV News
Ontario photographer receives box of staples instead of $2,577 camera lens they ordered
An Ontario photographer is frustrated after her $2,577 camera lens is replaced with box of staples. An Ontario woman who enjoys photography wanted to buy a special camera lens she found online. But, when the shipment arrived, she opened it to find a box of staples instead. 'I was completely shocked. I didn't know what to do,' Viktoryia Shkel of Maple, Ont. told CTV News Toronto. Shkel is a photography enthusiast and said she wanted to upgrade to a more advanced camera lens. She said she found one online on Canon Canada's website for $2,577 that was part of a 'damaged box' sale. However, when the shipment arrived in mid-June, Shkel said she opened the box to find it was full of staples. 'The box was supposed to contain a Canon EF 24-70mm lens, and instead there was a box of staples,' she said. Shkel told CTV News she contacted Canon Canada to explain what happened, and sent photos of what she received. 'They notified me that all protocols were followed... they said the lens was inspected in the facility and by the time the lens left, everything was intact.' She said that while the outside box was sealed, the box for the camera lens had been opened—something that is standard with open or damaged box sales. 'There was no safety seal,' she said. Shkel claimed the box of staples weighed the same as what the camera lens would. But, following an internal investigation by Canon Canada, she was told she would not be getting a refund. box of staples Viktoryia Shkel of Maple, Ont. shows the weight of the box of staples she received instead of a $2,577 camera lens. (Supplied) 'I'm completely heartbroken. I'm completely shocked this happened to me and I'm really, really upset.' In late 2023, CTV News reported on a similar story with the Mankad family of Brampton. The family had ordered a laptop, but received two books instead. 'Someone must have opened the box, took out the laptop and replaced it with two books of equal weight and size,' Hardik Mankad said at the time. With CTV News' help, the Mankad family got a refund. In Shkel's case, CTV News reached out to Canon Canada and a spokesperson said in a statement, 'Internally, we have launched an investigation with our customer care and warehouse teams to examine what may have occurred.' 'We can confirm that our current process for outbound shipments require a weight verification of the product(s) held within and must match our strict weight measurements before being sent. Both our warehouse and shipping partner have confirmed that the outbound package did match the measurements and weight that would be expected for the lens model purchased, however based on the information provided by Viktoryia, it appears that the package may have been tampered with after departing our facility.' 'This is an unusual situation that we have not previously encountered, but while we continue the investigation with our shipping partner, we understand that the customer is currently bearing the financial burden of this loss. Customer satisfaction is a top priority for our brand, and we are currently in the process of issuing a refund to this customer for the cost of the lens.' Shkel has now received a full refund and plans to buy a new lens in person at a camera store.
