Man charged with second-degree murder after 'highly visible and tragic event': RCMP
Kelowna RCMP say James Edward Plover has been in custody since he was arrested after a brief pursuit by officers who responded to reports of a "motor vehicle incident" and an alleged assault with a weapon involving two female victims.
Mounties say one of the victims succumbed to her injuries and the second victim is still in hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
The suspect was known to the deceased victim, according to police.
Kelowna RCMP say the murder charge was approved by the BC Prosecution Service today and Plover is due in court on July 10.
Insp. Chris Goebel with Kelowna RCMP says the assault has had a "profound impact" on many people in the community, and first responders acted swiftly and professionally during the high-risk situation.
Online court records show Plover was charged with uttering threats and assault by choking last year, but the charges were stayed, and he and the victim are involved in active family law litigation and also face foreclosure proceedings launched by two separate banks.
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James Edward Plover remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in court July 10. The suspect was known to the deceased victim Photo by Postmedia News One woman is dead after what Kelowna RCMP say was initially reported as a motor vehicle incident, and one man has been charged with second-degree murder. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors On Friday, RCMP said an assault with a weapon took place in the 1900-block of Enterprise Way at 12:54 p.m. A male suspect was arrested after a police pursuit and two females were taken to hospital. One woman, Bailey Plover, died and the second woman remains in hospital with serious injuries. On Saturday the Service approved a second-degree murder charge against James Edward Plover, who remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in court July 10. The suspect was known to the deceased victim. 'This was a highly visible and tragic event, and we recognize the profound impact it has had on many individuals and the community,' said Insp. Chris Goebel, acting officer in charge of the Kelowna RCMP. 'Victim services are available and anyone seeking assistance can reach out to them at 250-470-6242. 'We want everyone touched by this tragedy to know that help is available,' said Goebel. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'While our investigation is ongoing, we are incredibly grateful to the witnesses who have already come forward and the first responders who acted swiftly and professionally in managing this high-risk situation. Their co-operation has been instrumental in helping us move this complex investigation forward.' Anyone with information on the movements of the accused in the days leading up to the incident to reach out to the Kelowna RCMP serious crime unit at 250-470-6236 and reference file number 2025-38322. Online court records show James was charged with uttering threats and assault by choking last year, but the charges were stayed. He and Bailey were involved in family law litigation and faced foreclosure proceedings launched by two separate banks. With files from The Canadian Press Read More Real Estate Vancouver Canucks Vancouver Whitecaps Vancouver Canucks World
