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Burnaby RCMP seeks man wanted on BC-wide arrest warrant: Manveer Singh Dhesi

Darpan News Desk Burnaby RCMP, 27 Mar, 2023 05:13 PM

UPDATED STORY:

Burnaby RCMP is updating the public that Manveer Singh Dhesi, who was wanted on a BC-wide warrant and was subject of a Burnaby RCMP news release on March 27, has turned himself in at Vancouver Provincial Court.

On Friday, Manveer Singh Dhesi attended Vancouver Provincial Court in relation to charges including assault, uttering threats and mischief.

This matter remains before the courts.

EARLIER STORY:

Burnaby RCMP is seeking public assistance in locating a man wanted on a British Columbia wide arrest warrant.

28-year-old Manveer Singh Dhesi, who is known to reside in Surrey but spend time in Burnaby, is wanted in relation to several charges including assault, uttering threats, and mischief.

Burnaby RCMP is appealing for tips on his whereabouts as investigators work to locate him.

If you see Dhesi, please contact police immediately and do not approach him.

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