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CBC
28-05-2025
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- CBC
Candlelight vigil held for teen who was stabbed in Abbotsford park
Dozens gathered in Abbotsford's Larch Park to light candles and remember 15-year-old Billy Ledoux. He died Sunday after being stabbed, despite life-saving efforts by bystanders and first responders. As Meera Bains reports, his death has shaken the community.
CBC
28-05-2025
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- CBC
Fatal stabbing of Abbotsford, B.C., teen came after altercation with large group: police
Police have identified an Abbotsford teenager killed in a fatal stabbing on Sunday night as 15-year-old Billy Ledoux. Sgt. Freda Fong with the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team says investigators believe the death was targeted and came after an altercation.
Globe and Mail
28-05-2025
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- Globe and Mail
Police name boy stabbed to death in B.C. park as two youth are cleared
Police have named a 15-year-old boy who was stabbed to death in an Abbotsford, B.C., park on Sunday in the hope of progressing the investigation into what they believe was a targeted attack. Investigators said the victim was Billy Ledoux. They say two youths who were arrested near the scene were cleared of involvement in the stabbing. Sgt. Freda Fong of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team said in a statement that Ledoux's family was urging people not to seek revenge. She said Ledoux 'had his whole life ahead of him.' 'Our thoughts are with his family, friends and classmates. As the community mourns the loss of Billy, his family asks that all come together to remember and celebrate his life. They are encouraging the community to seek peace, not revenge.' An online fundraiser that was set up on Monday shares the same photo of Ledoux that police later provided to media. It says Ledoux was one of seven siblings and that his 'love and big heart will never be forgotten.' 'We tragically lost our boy last night in a way nobody should leave this world. We are lost for words,' says the organizer who identifies herself as one of Ledoux's sisters. 'Billy was blessed with a huge family who loved him to lives won't be the same without your smile little brother. We love you forever, fly high little buddy.' Fong said in an interview police believe a group of youths at the park had some sort of altercation that led to the stabbing of Ledoux. IHIT said the investigation is in its infancy but there are early indications the attack in Larch Park was not random. Abbotsford police found Ledoux with critical injuries around 7:36 p.m. on Sunday at the park in the 2600 block of Beck Road. Police said he died of his injuries despite the efforts of bystanders and first responders. Fong said investigators believe someone knows what happened to Ledoux and they're asking them to do the right thing and contact police. The two youth who were arrested near the scene on Sunday have been released to their parents. Fong said in the interview that investigators are focused on speaking to witnesses and youth who were at the park at the time. 'We're also doing an extensive video canvas to try to capture video evidence of who was there at the park at the time,' said Fong. Anyone who was near Larch Park between 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday or who may have dashcam footage is urged to contact IHIT. The Abbotsford School District released an online statement, saying the district was 'aware of a tragic incident that has occurred in our community involving local youth.' The school district said such events had a profound impact on the community.
The Province
27-05-2025
- The Province
Homicide investigators identify 15-year-old Abbotsford stabbing victim
Billy Ledoux was fatally stabbed in Larch Park on Sunday evening. Two teens arrested at the time have since been cleared These handout photos of Billy Ledoux, 16, were provided by the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team. Ledoux was fatally stabbed in a targeted incident on May 25, 2025 around 7:36 p.m. in Abbotsford's Larch Park. Photo by IHIT Police have identified the victim of a fatal stabbing in an Abbotsford park over the weekend as 15-year-old Billy Ledoux. 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 The stabbing happened shortly after 7:30 p.m. Sunday in Larch Park in the 2600-block of Beck Road. Despite efforts by bystanders and first responders, Ledoux died. Two teenagers who were arrested near the scene have been cleared of suspicion. 'They were not responsible for the stabbing,' said Sgt. Freda Fong of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team. Abbotsford police are investigating a fatal stabbing at Larch Park, in the 2600-block Beck Road, on May 25, 2025. Photo by Abbotsford Police Department Fong said early indications are that the stabbing 'was not random.' Ledoux's identity was revealed on Tuesday to advance the investigation, said Fong. 'Our thoughts are with his family, friends and classmates,' said Fong. 'As the community mourns the loss of Billy, his family asks that all come together to remember and celebrate his life. 'They are encouraging the community to seek peace, not revenge.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Ledoux's older sister, Kaitlin Bates, said on social media that there will be a vigil for Billy at the park where he was killed on Tuesday evening. Bates has also started a fundraising page to help Billy's family. 'We tragically lost our boy last night in a way nobody should leave this world. We are lost for words,' wrote Bates on 'All I can think to do is help our parents with the upcoming costs.' Investigators think there are people who know what happened and are imploring them 'to do the right thing by contacting IHIT.' Anyone who was in the area of Larch Park between 6:30 and 8 p.m. on Sunday, May 25, or has dashcam footage from around the park is asked to call the IHIT information line at 1-877-551-4448 or email ihitinfo@ Correction: IHIT initially said Billy Ledoux was 16 years old. He was 15. jruttle@ Read More News News Vancouver Canucks Crime News
CTV News
27-05-2025
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- CTV News
Homicide investigators identify 15-year-old fatally stabbed in Abbotsford park
Billy Ledoux, 15, has been identified as the teenager killed in a stabbing at a park in Abbotsford, B.C., on Sunday. The teenager killed in a stabbing at a park in Abbotsford, B.C., on Sunday has been identified as Billy Ledoux. The 15-year-old was found by police suffering, life-threatening injuries after a stabbing incident at Larch Park in the 2600 block of Beck Road Sunday evening. According to authorities, he succumbed to his injuries despite the efforts of bystanders and paramedics. 'Billy was only 15 years old and had his whole life ahead of him,' says Sgt. Freda Fong of IHIT in a release issued Tuesday afternoon. 'Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and classmates. As the community mourns the loss of Billy, his family asks that all come together to remember and celebrate his life. They are encouraging the community to seek peace, not revenge.' The two youths previously arrested by police near the scene have since been cleared of their involvement and released to their parents, IHIT said in the update. While the investigation is still in its beginning stages, police said early indications suggest the incident was not a random attack. 'We believe there are individuals who know what happened to Billy and we are asking them to do the right thing by contacting IHIT,' said Fong. Anyone who was around Larch Park between 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Sunday, or who may have relevant dash-cam video is asked to contact the IHIT Information Line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or via email at ihitinfo@
