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CTV News
13-06-2025
- CTV News
Do you recognize this man? Video shows suspect in 16 break-ins across Vancouver's west side
Video provided by the Vancouver Police Department shows a suspect wanted in connection with 16 break-ins. Authorities are asking for the public's help identifying a suspect wanted in connection with 16 break-ins committed across several of Vancouver's wealthiest neighbourhoods. The Vancouver Police Department said the individual is linked to a series of thefts throughout Marpole, Kerrisdale, Arbutus Ridge, Oakridge and Shaughnessy since January. The suspect has been entering homes through unlocked doors – either early in the morning or late at night, and 'often when people are home' – then stealing cash or valuables, police said in a news release Friday. The most recent happened early Friday morning near Marguerite Street and West 41st Avenue. 'We are actively working to identify and arrest this suspect,' said Const. Tania Visintin, in a statement. 'Until we find him, we're asking people to take extra precautions and to call police immediately if you encounter him.' Authorities also released a surveillance video and several images of a suspect Friday, along with a description. The individual is believed to be an Asian man in his 30s, who normally wears a dark baseball cap, dark hooded jacket, dark pants and dark running shoes, plus a medical facemask and blue gloves. While Visintin described the thefts as 'brazen' and 'frightening,' she said no one has been injured during any of the incidents reported so far. Authorities suspect the culprit lives on Vancouver's west side, and has been walking to the targeted homes. The burglarized properties are all located between West 16th and West 70th avenues, and between Oak and Elm streets. The Vancouver Police Department said patrols have been increased in the area, as officers canvass for video and witnesses. Authorities asked anyone with information on the suspect's identity to call 604-717-0610.
CTV News
30-05-2025
- General
- CTV News
Student changing incident at Vancouver school not criminal, police say
There was nothing criminal about an incident at a Vancouver school that raised the concerns of a local mother earlier this month, according to police. Jasmine Barahona spoke out after her six-year-old son returned home from χpey̓ Elementary on May 7 wearing different clothes, and told her a man had changed him in the school's basement. The incident prompted separate investigations from the Vancouver School Board and the Vancouver Police Department, and a school district staff member was placed on leave. On Thursday, police confirmed their investigation has concluded. 'It was determined no criminal offence occurred,' Const. Tania Visintin told CTV News, in a statement. Visintin also said the mother 'did the right thing' by coming forward. 'Any time anyone comes forward with safety concerns or safety concerns for their child, we will absolutely conduct a thorough investigation,' she added. Contacted for comment, Barahona told CTV News she had not been informed of the outcome of the investigation – and that she still has questions about what happened at the school. 'All I wanted was answers,' Barahona said, of her decision to speak out. The mother said she's been told the incident happened because an employee thought her son 'looked wet.' 'His story was that he let (my son) pick out clothes in this room, then he stood outside as he got dressed and said, 'If you need help, say so.' And he said he did, and then helped him pull up his pants,' Barahona said. The mother said she's received inconsistent messages from the district and police, leaving her skeptical about the process. She pulled her son out of class following the incident, and remains unsure about allowing him to return. The Vancouver School Board told CTV News its internal investigation is ongoing. A spokesperson could not provide any information on the process, citing privacy concerns, but said the district is taking the mother's concerns 'very seriously.' 'Our top priority is student safety and well-being,' the spokesperson said. With files from CTV News Vancouver's Isabella Zavarise
