B.C. Man Killed In Mexico, Another Canadian Under Arrest

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 17 Nov, 2016 09:58 AM

VANCOUVER — An official with the Canadian government is confirming that a Canadian has been killed in Mexico.

Austin Jean with Global Affair Canada says in a statement that another Canadian is in custody in connection with the slaying.

Jean says consular services are being provided to the dead man's family and also to the man under arrest.

He says Canadian officials are trying to gather more information about the case, but further details can't be released due to privacy concerns.

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