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CTV News
02-07-2025
- CTV News
Illegal fireworks suspected cause of Canada Day fire in B.C. community
File image: Canada Day fireworks are seen on July 1, 2019. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Fred Thornhill) Authorities believe a Canada Day grass fire in Vernon, B.C., was likely sparked by illegal fireworks. Vernon North Okanagan RCMP said flames erupted near Bella Vista Road and Okanagan Hills Boulevard around 11 p.m. Tuesday, but were quickly contained by firefighters. No nearby properties were threatened, authorities said. While the cause of the fire remain under investigation, the RCMP has labelled it as suspicious. 'Evidence gathered at the scene led police to believe illegal fireworks were the cause,' said Cpl. Tania Finn, in a statement. 'The evidence was seized for testing by our Forensic Identification Section.' Witnesses also reported seeing two people on a dirt bike, both wearing full-face helmets, in the area around the time the fire broke out. The RCMP asked anyone with information on the fire – or dash-cam video captured on Bella Vista Road late Tuesday – to contact the Vernon North Okanagan detachment.
Global News
25-06-2025
- Global News
75-year-old woman dead following family dispute at Vernon, B.C. home
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook A 75-year-old woman is dead following a family disturbance in Vernon, B.C., that prompted a large police response on Friday afternoon. Just after 4:15 p.m. on June 20, Vernon North Okanagan RCMP received several calls reporting a fight that was escalating at a residence in the 2300 block of 34th Street. When officers arrived on scene, they discovered the body of the elderly woman on the patio. 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 suspect was arrested at the scene,' said Cp. Tania Finn, media relations officer for the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP. 'The suspect was released from police custody pending a future court date and is bound by several conditions.' Police say they believe the incident was isolated and that there is no ongoing risk to the public. The Vernon North Okanagan Serious Crime Unit is leading the investigation.
