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Statue of Mahatma Gandhi at SFU damaged in vandalism act: Burnaby RCMP

Darpan News Desk Burnaby RCMP, 28 Mar, 2023 04:38 PM

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UPDATE: Burnaby RCMP appealing for public assistance in SFU mischief investigation, special information line set up

Burnaby RCMP has created a special phone information line in relation to a deliberate act of vandalism that damaged a statue at Simon Fraser University.

On Tuesday, Burnaby RCMP launched an investigation after a bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi located at Simon Fraser University was significantly damaged, with the head having been removed.

“We are appealing for assistance from the public as we believe there are people that have information that could help our investigators,” said Cpl. Mike Kalanj with Burnaby RCMP. “Anyone with information is asked to call the dedicated phone information line.”

People with information can contact investigators by calling the dedicated phone information line at 604-646-9511.

EARLIER STORY:

Burnaby RCMP has launched an investigation after a bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi located at Simon Fraser University was significantly damaged in what appears to be a deliberate act of vandalism.

The Mounties were contacted around 8:30 p.m. on Monday, after someone noticed the statue had been vandalized, with the head having been removed.

Police investigators are in the early stages of the investigation, with officers canvassing for witnesses and video.

It is not yet known when the vandalism happened. It’s believed a power tool was likely used.

Burnaby RCMP is aware that Gandhi statues have been damaged in other areas of Canada in the past. Police are looking at all aspects of this incident, including the possible motivation, said Cpl. Mike Kalanj with Burnaby RCMP. We are urging any witnesses, or anyone with information, to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Burnaby RCMP at 604-646-9999.

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