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Toronto Star
2 days ago
- Toronto Star
Mountie charged with driving offences after B.C. crash
VICTORIA - An RCMP officer faces two charges under the Motor Vehicle Act after a crash in southeastern B.C. last Canada Day that left three people injured. The BC Prosecution Service announced that Const. Christopher Odgaard is accused of driving without due care and failing to safely execute a U-turn. The allegations come after B.C.'s police watchdog referred its investigation to the prosecution service for consideration of charges earlier this year. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW The Independent Investigations Office said in a statement in April that the officer conducted a U-turn on Highway 3 near Greenwood, B.C., setting off a crash with a vehicle that had four people inside. The office said one person in that vehicle was seriously hurt, while two others had minor injuries. The prosecution service says the charges were sworn against the officer in Grand Forks provincial court on Tuesday, and he's set to make his first court appearance on June 30. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 10, 2025.
Hamilton Spectator
2 days ago
- Hamilton Spectator
Mountie charged with driving offences after B.C. crash
VICTORIA - An RCMP officer faces two charges under the Motor Vehicle Act after a crash in southeastern B.C. last Canada Day that left three people injured. The BC Prosecution Service announced that Const. Christopher Odgaard is accused of driving without due care and failing to safely execute a U-turn. The allegations come after B.C.'s police watchdog referred its investigation to the prosecution service for consideration of charges earlier this year. The Independent Investigations Office said in a statement in April that the officer conducted a U-turn on Highway 3 near Greenwood, B.C., setting off a crash with a vehicle that had four people inside. The office said one person in that vehicle was seriously hurt, while two others had minor injuries. The prosecution service says the charges were sworn against the officer in Grand Forks provincial court on Tuesday, and he's set to make his first court appearance on June 30. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 10, 2025. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Winnipeg Free Press
2 days ago
- Winnipeg Free Press
Mountie charged with driving offences after B.C. crash
VICTORIA – An RCMP officer faces two charges under the Motor Vehicle Act after a crash in southeastern B.C. last Canada Day that left three people injured. The BC Prosecution Service announced that Const. Christopher Odgaard is accused of driving without due care and failing to safely execute a U-turn. The allegations come after B.C.'s police watchdog referred its investigation to the prosecution service for consideration of charges earlier this year. The Independent Investigations Office said in a statement in April that the officer conducted a U-turn on Highway 3 near Greenwood, B.C., setting off a crash with a vehicle that had four people inside. The office said one person in that vehicle was seriously hurt, while two others had minor injuries. The prosecution service says the charges were sworn against the officer in Grand Forks provincial court on Tuesday, and he's set to make his first court appearance on June 30. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 10, 2025.
Global News
2 days ago
- Global News
B.C. Mountie faces driving charges following Greenwood crash that injured 3
An RCMP officer faces two charges under the Motor Vehicle Act after a crash in southeastern B.C. last Canada Day that left three people injured. The BC Prosecution Service announced that Const. Christopher Odgaard is accused of driving without due care and failing to safely execute a U-turn. The allegations come after B.C.'s police watchdog referred its investigation to the prosecution service for consideration of charges earlier this year. 2:00 Small Town BC: Greenwood The Independent Investigations Office said in a statement in April that the officer conducted a U-turn on Highway 3 near Greenwood, B.C., setting off a crash with a vehicle that had four people inside. Story continues below advertisement The office said one person in that vehicle was seriously hurt, while two others had minor injuries. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy The prosecution service says the charges were sworn against the officer in Grand Forks provincial court on Tuesday, and he's set to make his first court appearance on June 30.
