AbbyPD Investigating Fatal Collision on Sumas Prairie

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AbbyPD FILE  2019-31932 RELEASE   # 1
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July 26, 2019

Incident:  Abbotsford Police investigating fatal collision on Sumas Prairie

On July 26, 2019 at 3:27 pm Abbotsford Emergency Services responded to a serious collision involving a pick-up truck and SUV at Marion Rd and Wells Line Rd.

At this location, a SUV with one occupant, the driver; and a pick-up truck with three occupants collided.

AbbyPD Investigating Suspicious Fire on Lynn Ave

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July 22, 2019

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Abbotsford Emergency Services responded to a townhouse complex fire this morning, just before 2:00 am, in the 33000 block of Lynn Ave.  Fire crews extinguished a fire that affected 3 townhouses.  Thankfully, no one was injured as a result of this fire.

AbbyPD reminds hikers to be Bear Aware

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July 19, 2019

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AbbyPD reminds hikers to be Bear Aware

When the sun comes out, the number of visitors to our mountain trails increases.  Abbotsford is bear country, but bit of bear education will help reduce your chances of a bear encounter. 

Police are seeking assistance to identify John Doe in critical condition

UPDATE- John Doe has been identified
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July 16, 2019
7:01 pm

As a result of the social media coverage, this young man has been identified and his family is by his side in hospital.

AbbyPD gives dating advice

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July 16, 2019 
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AbbyPD gives dating advice  

Meeting someone online has become one of the most common forms of dating these days.  For the most part, online dating is safe and provides a way to connect with new people.  However, it can come with some risk – including unknowingly connecting with fraudsters who capitalize on others’ hopes for romance and relationships. 

Lucas Bradwell - wanted for bank robbery

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July 12, 2019
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Police looking for Lucas Bradwell - wanted for bank robbery

The Abbotsford Police Department is looking for Lucas Bradwell, who is wanted for bank robbery.

At approximately noon on July 2, 2019, a male entered the HSBC on South Fraser Way and provided a note demanding money to the bank teller.  No weapon was produced during the robbery.  The suspect obtained an undisclosed amount of money, fled from the bank to an awaiting taxi.

Search warrant obtained - over $300,000 in property recovered

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July 10, 2019 
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Search warrant obtained, over $300,000 in property recovered   

On July 8, 2019, Abbotsford Police patrol officers observed a stolen flat deck truck transporting an excavator onto a residential property in the 1200 blk of Columbia Road.

Teenager charged with driving 187 km/hr on Hwy 11

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July 10, 2019
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Teenager charged with driving 187 km/hr on Hwy 11

An 18-year-old male (“N” driver) has been charged with excessive speeding after being caught allegedly driving 187 km/hr on Highway 11. 

Light Up the Highway Abbotsford

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June 28, 2019
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Light Up the Highway Abbotsford

Police agencies across the Fraser Valley are dedicated to keeping our roadways safe.  Its summertime, and once again, CounterAttack road checks will be popping up.  On June 28th and 29th, police officers will be “Lighting Up the Highway” as they conduct coordinated CounterAttack road checks and impaired driving enforcement. The travelling public can expect to see police on local Highway throughout the summer.

Happy Canada Day From The Abbotsford Police

Police departments from across the lower mainland are celebrating Canada Day on July 1st. Join us in celebrating this great country! 

Happy Canada Day from the Abbotsford Police Department, Metro Vancouver Transit Police, BC RCMP, Delta Police Department and New Westminster Police Department

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Couple moving cross-country lose almost everything when moving truck is stolen

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June 27, 2019
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Couple moving cross-country lose almost everything when moving truck is stolen 

The Abbotsford Police are asking for the public’s assistance in helping to locate items stolen from a couple who were about to embark on a cross-Canada move to Manitoba.

Warmer temperatures bring out opportunistic thieves

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June 26, 2019
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Warmer temperatures bring out opportunistic thieves 

Warmer weather means that windows and doors are often kept open to allow fresh cooler air into our homes.  Unfortunately, this often brings out opportunistic thieves and we begin to notice an increase in break and enters at this time of the year. 

Officer’s quick thinking lands fleeing male in custody for parole violation and parental abduction

Officer’s quick thinking lands fleeing male in custody for parole violation and parental abduction

A Valemount, BC man is in custody for Parole violation and parental abduction due to the quick thinking and keen observational skills of an off-duty AbbyPD Operational Support Officer .   

Yesterday afternoon, the 51 year old man left his residence with his 8 year old son in a silver minivan.  At 4 am this morning, as the AbbyPD officer headed home after shift, she recognized the minivan’s license plate from an earlier briefing.  

Mt Baker Climb to Remember

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June 18, 2019
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Mt Baker Climb to Remember  

Fifteen hikers started their training this past week in preparation for a climb up Mt. Baker next month (July 21-23). Included in this group are Abbotsford Police Department Officers, the children of the late Constable John Davidson (Fay, Dina and Drew), 

Traffic Reconstruction Unit investigating collision involving motorcycle

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June 14, 2019
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Traffic Reconstruction Unit investigating collision involving motorcycle

Last night at approximately 8:00 pm, Abbotsford Emergency Services responded to the intersection of Clearbrook Road and Sherwood Road for a single vehicle crash involving a motorcycle.  The motorcyclist hit a sidewalk curb, lost control of the motorcycle, and struck a light standard.