National

Carjacker Who Used Pepper Spray, Struck Pedestrian Arrested In Vancouver: Police

IANS, 21 Sep, 2018 05:30 PM

VANCOUVER — Police say a pedestrian was seriously injured Friday morning in downtown Vancouver after a carjacking that ended with the arrest of a suspect and multiple collisions.

Const. Jason Doucette says police received a call at about 8:40 a.m. from a motorist who reported being pepper sprayed in a downtown parking lot by someone who took off with his car.

Doucette says the suspect drove erratically through the downtown, causing numerous collisions and also striking the pedestrian, who was rushed to hospital.

Police say the pedestrian's injuries are serious but not life-threatening.

After the car came to a stop, Doucette says the carjacker jumped out of the vehicle and was chased by construction workers, who were also pepper sprayed.

Doucette says the group was able to hold the man until police arrived.

He says a 27-year-old man has been arrested and several charges will be recommended against him.

Police say the car was stolen at Cambie and Pender streets and ended up in the area of West Georgia and Hamilton, about three blocks away.

Prev Next

MORE National ARTICLES

B.C. Mountie Charged With Sex Offence Involving A Minor, Breach Of Trust

The BC Prosecution Service says criminal charges were sworn against Ridge Meadows RCMP Const. Gregory Scott Bakker on Wednesday.

B.C. Mountie Charged With Sex Offence Involving A Minor, Breach Of Trust

Second-Degree Murder Charge Laid In Vancouver's 7Th Homicide This Year

Vancouver police say an arrest has been made in the city's seventh homicide of 2018.

Second-Degree Murder Charge Laid In Vancouver's 7Th Homicide This Year

Know How To Save Life Of Someone Who Could Overdose On Opioids: B.C. Doctor Aamir Bharmal

VANCOUVER — British Columbia's largest health authority is urging people to ensure they know how to use medication that could reverse a fatal overdose.

Know How To Save Life Of Someone Who Could Overdose On Opioids: B.C. Doctor Aamir Bharmal

Nova Scotia Man Fighting Perception He Is Sex Offender Who Has The Same Name

A Nova Scotia contractor who shares the exact name of a recently released sexual predator says it has created a case of mistaken identity that is costing him business.

Nova Scotia Man Fighting Perception He Is Sex Offender Who Has The Same Name

A Look At Maxime Bernier’s Musings, Headlines Over The Last 10 Years

Aside from calling for an end to supply management in the dairy sector and privatizing Canada Post, the man dubbed "Mad Max" has a history of making headlines, often with colourful — if not contentious — commentary. Here's a look:

A Look At Maxime Bernier’s Musings, Headlines Over The Last 10 Years

'You Are Not Alone:' Cop Suicides Prompt Tearful Plea From Union Leader

TORONTO — Three officer suicides in as many weeks have prompted a police union leader to write a deeply personal letter urging his members to reach out if they find themselves in emotional distress.