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On April 10, 2025, Constables Quintin Nakamura-McMullen and Audi Orahim were patrolling the Downtown Eastside as part of Task Force Barrage. This community safety initiative included a high-visibility police presence to target the organized crime groups victimizing vulnerable residents in the neighbourhood. The officers observed two men involved in an offence and approached them. One of the suspects refused to comply with the officers and began to walk away. As Constable Nakamura-McMullen moved closer, the man became assaultive and an altercation ensued. When the constable fell to the ground, the suspect sprayed him with a combustible liquid and lit him on fire. Fully engulfed in flames, Constable Nakamura-McMullen was able to separate himself from the suspect and smother the flames. The man then turned his attention to Constable Orahim, spraying him with the liquid and setting fire to his clothing. The suspect fled on foot, with the constables giving chase. As they caught up to him and a physical struggle ensued, a large crowd gathered. Additional officers arrived and the suspect was taken into custody. For their exceptional bravery in pursuing a dangerous suspect to ensure he was no longer a threat, Constables Quintin Nakamura-McMullen and Audi Orahim were awarded the Chief Constable’s Commendation. #VPD2026CommendationCeremony See more award recipient stories: bit.ly/4fMsGdf Pictured: Constable Quintin Nakamura-McMullen

#VPDNews: On October 28, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Vancouver Police received a report from a caller that an unknown man had damaged a vehicle's side mirror near Butler Street and East 46th Avenue and then left the area. A second call came in just after 8:00 p.m. reporting an assault at Tyne Street and East 47th Avenue by an unknown man with a similar description. The victim, a taxi driver, stated that the man approached him while he was inside his taxi. When he refused to give him a ride, the man allegedly punched him in the neck, then punched the taxi multiple times. The victim watched the man until officers arrived at the scene and took the suspect into custody. Brent David Hasman, 50, was transported to jail and has now been charged with assault and mischief.

#VPDNews: The 59-year-old man who was reported missing last night has been located safe and sound.

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#VPDNews: The Vancouver Police Department is investigating a potential link in two separate “blessing scam” incidents in recent days that targeted seniors at bus stops. On October 16 at about 1:00 p.m., an 81-year-old woman was waiting at a bus stop on Victoria Drive near East 37th Avenue, when she was approached by two unknown Asian females. They engaged in conversation and the pair were able to ascertain information about the woman’s sons. A short time later, a male suspect joined them and convinced the victim that her sons could be healed if her valuables were blessed. The victim returned home and gathered about $7,000 in cash, a gold necklace, and a ring, and handed them over to the man. He passed back a bag containing instant noodles and water. The victim went home and spoke to her daughter who called police. In the second incident, on October 23 at about 10:30 a.m., a 79-year-old woman was approached by an unidentified Asian woman at a bus stop on Fraser Street at East 47th Avenue. A second woman wearing a mask and all black clothing joined them and told the victim that her youngest son would die if she didn’t bring her gold and money to be blessed by two men to get rid of bad spirits. The suspect in black accompanied the victim on the bus back to her residence to retrieve her valuables. The two returned to the area of East 47th Avenue and Fraser where the victim handed over approximately $40,000 in cash and another $50,000 in gold and jewelry to the men. She then returned home and upon opening her backpack realized the money and valuables had been replaced by noodles and water bottles. “Vulnerable seniors were targeted in both of these incidents,” said Const. Darren Wong. “We are asking anyone with information, or CCTV or dashcam footage which may have recorded these bus stop interactions, to call the non-emergency line at 604-717-3321.

#VPDNews: The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is again urging pedestrians and drivers to be careful on the road following the death of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle early Sunday. This is the second pedestrian struck within just a few days in the city. The 45-year-old woman was hit by a vehicle as she crossed Main Street at National Avenue just after midnight on Sunday. She was crossing at a marked crosswalk. It is not yet clear if she was crossing with a walk signal at the time. An SUV travelling southbound struck the woman and she was thrown approximately 30 meters. Police, paramedics, and fire crews responded. The VPD Accident Investigation Unit was also called in. The victim suffered significant injuries and resuscitation measures were performed, but she was pronounced dead at the scene just before 1:00 a.m. on Sunday. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with police. Alcohol and substance use are not believed to be factors in the incident. It was dark and raining heavily at the time. Police are once again calling for additional caution on the roads this season as visibility becomes more challenging for both pedestrians and drivers. Three days before this incident, a seven-year-old girl was injured when she was hit by a vehicle at East Pender Street and Victoria Drive. She was released from hospital with minor injuries. Police have not yet requested charges as this latest incident is still under investigation.

#VPDNews: A 26-year-old Vancouver man has been convicted after a two-year investigation in connection with a discharge of a firearm near Helmcken and Seymour streets that occurred after the quick actions of a Vancouver Police officer led to his arrest moments after shots were fired. Nobody was injured in the incident. On August 16, 2024, two Vancouver Police officers observed a man they believed was acting suspiciously in the downtown area. The officers noticed the man was wearing clothing inconsistent with the hot weather and was repeatedly checking his surroundings. One of the officers followed the man on foot. The suspect turned a corner out of view, at which time the pursuing officer heard gunshots. Both officers immediately located and challenged the suspect at gunpoint until additional officers arrived and took him into custody. On December 15, 2025, Harmesh Raghbir Singh Sandhu, 26, entered a guilty plea to the following charges: - Possession of a loaded restricted firearm - Careless use of a firearm On September 4, 2026, Sandhu was sentenced to a global sentence of 46 months. The Court also imposed a 10-year firearms/weapons prohibition, a DNA order, and a forfeiture order. “This was a patrol-led investigation from start to finish. The vigilance and instincts of these patrol officers led to the immediate arrest of an armed suspect and ultimately helped secure this conviction.” says Constable Darren Wong.

#VPDNews: The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is asking for help to identify a man who was found in medical distress on a sidewalk near Keefer and Columbia streets on September 7. He was subsequently taken to hospital and passed away on September 11. Investigators do not suspect foul play and are not conducting a criminal investigation. Attempts to identify the man through DNA, missing person reports, and police databases have been unsuccessful. The deceased man appears to be white, between 45 and 60 years old, and 180 pounds. He had short grey/brown hair, brown eyes, and dentures, and a tattoo of an anchor on his upper left arm. VPD investigators are releasing a picture of the tattoo with hopes that someone may recognize it. Anyone who has information is asked to call VPD's Missing Person Unit at 604-717-2530 or email [email protected].

#VPDUpdate: Vancouver Police have located Elmer Ocden, who were reported missing yesterday. Elmer has been reunited with his family.

#VPDUpdate: Toby Lansel who was reported missing earlier today has been found and returned to the hospital. -30-

#VPDNews: Vancouver Police have located Maung Maung and Zhisheng Wu, who were reported missing yesterday. Both have been found safe and have returned home. Vancouver Police thank the public and media for their assistance in sharing the missing person appeals.

#VanTraffic: The motor vehicle collision on Highway 1 near the 1st Avenue on-ramp has cleared. Delays remain in the area, so please allow extra travel time. #BCHwy1 #VancouverTraffic

#VanTraffic: A motor vehicle collision on Highway 1 near the 1st Avenue on-ramp is affecting traffic in both directions. Motorists are advised to use an alternate route and plan for extra travel time. #Vancouver #BCHwy1 #TrafficAlert

#VPDNews: The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is reminding drivers and parents to exercise additional caution as daylight hours wane and visibility on the roads becomes more challenging. At approximately 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, officers were in the area of East Pender Street and Victoria Drive attending an unrelated call when they witnessed a seven-year-old girl attempt to cross the street mid-block between parked vehicles to reach her parents’ vehicle on the opposite side of the road. The child ran into the roadway and was struck by a vehicle travelling at approximately 20 km/h. The driver was unable to see the child before she entered the roadway. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. The girl was transported to hospital and has been released with minor injuries. “This incident is an important reminder for pedestrians to exercise additional caution and for drivers to stay vigilant, especially during darker morning and evening commutes,” said Constable. Megan Lui. “With Halloween approaching and excitement building for trick-or-treating, we encourage families to plan ahead and remind children to use crosswalks, stay visible, and be aware of traffic when out in their neighbourhoods.”

#VPDNews: A 34-year-old man remains in custody after allegedly assaulting two tourists last night. On October 21 at approximately 11:00 p.m., Vancouver Police officers on routine patrol witnessed an altercation between a suspect and two people near Abbott and West Cordova streets. Officers immediately intervened and safely handcuffed the suspect. The two victims were tourists from Calgary walking back from the Bruno Mars concert. The suspect allegedly punched the male victim on the arm with a sharp object, believed to be glass. The force of that contact pushed the female victim into a nearby light pole. The male victim sustained a cut to his left forearm and was treated at the scene by Emergency Health Services. The suspect, identified as 34-year-old Derek Dale Driscoll, had two outstanding warrants, one in relation to an alleged breach of probation order and one for failing to attend court. He was arrested, transported to jail, and has now been charged with assault, assault causing bodily harm, and assault with a weapon. Driscoll remains in custody awaiting a bail hearing.

#VPDNews: A 48-year-old man from New Mexico has been charged after allegedly entering a Vancouver home early Wednesday morning, where he was discovered by the resident. On October 21, 2026, around 3:45 a.m., a woman was asleep in a residence near Atlin Street and East 29th Avenue when she awoke to find an unknown man reportedly rummaging through her personal belongings. The woman pretended to be asleep until the man left the room, then locked her bedroom door and called the Vancouver Police Department. She reported that she lived with roommates and believed the man was still inside the home. Officers quickly responded to the residence and located the suspect on the second floor. When they attempted to speak with him, he ran into a nearby bedroom. The officers observed him attempting to jump out of the window, and he was then taken into custody. The suspect refused to identify himself. Officers located identification belonging to a resident of New Mexico and have since been able to confirm his identity. Daniel Joseph Campbell, 48, has been charged with one count of break-and-enter and one count of obstructing a peace officer. Campbell remains in custody.

#VPDNews: The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is advising the public not to disclose banking information after a staff member at a downtown organization was defrauded of $34,000 after receiving a phone call from someone posing as a bank representative. The caller, who used a spoofed phone number, appeared to have detailed information about the victim's banking accounts. During a call that lasted more than an hour, the suspect convinced the victim to provide information that allowed access to two bank accounts. The victim later discovered that the accounts had been drained of approximately $18,000 and $16,000, for a total loss of $34,000. The incident was reported to police. The VPD is reminding the public to be cautious when receiving unsolicited calls from anyone claiming to represent a financial institution. Never provide personal or banking information over the phone unless you have independently verified the caller's identity. If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and contact your bank directly using the phone number listed on your bank card or the bank’s official website.

#VPDNews: Vancouver Police arrested a 45-year-old man following an alleged armed road rage incident in South Vancouver yesterday afternoon. On October 20 at approximately 12:00 p.m., VPD received a report of an incident near Fraser Street and East 45th Avenue. The victim reported she was driving and slowed down for a speed bump, prompting a male driver behind her to begin tailgating. The man then passed her on the left, stopped in front of her vehicle and approached her window. She alleged he produced what appeared to be a black handgun and pointed it at her before driving away. With the assistance of responding surveillance and the VPD Emergency Response Team (ERT), officers located the suspect vehicle parked near Knight Street and East 57th Avenue. A man matching the description of the suspect was walking away from the vehicle. Officers observed the man discard an object in the west lane of Knight Street, near East 57th Avenue. The man returned to the parked vehicle and drove away. ERT members successfully disabled the vehicle about a block away and took him into custody without incident. Officers recovered a BB gun in the laneway at the location they had observed the man discarding something. “This was a frightening ordeal for a driver simply going about her day," said Constable Darren Wong. "Thanks to the quick response and action of our officers, we were able to safely take the suspect into custody and recover the weapon." Rahat Arshad Ali, 45, has been charged with assault with a weapon, uttering threats, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and using an imitation firearm in the commission of an offence. He remains in custody awaiting a bail hearing.