National

Vancouver Teen JEEVAN JOHAL SAEPAN Accused Of Shooting At Vehicle While Driving Faces Six Charges: Police

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 06 Mar, 2019 08:14 PM

COQUITLAM, B.C. — An 18-year-old Vancouver man is facing six charges after a vehicle was stolen in Surrey and used in a hit-and-run involving police in Burnaby.

RCMP Cpl. Michael McLaughlin says Jeevan Johal Saepan is also accused of shooting at another vehicle in Coquitlam.

The charges range from robbery using a restricted or prohibited firearm, dangerous operation of a vehicle and failure to stop at a collision.

McLaughlin says the offences were committed on Dec. 11 and Saepan has been released on a number of conditions.

McLaughlin says that while no one was hurt, things could have turned out much worse.

Saepan's next court appearance is scheduled for March 13.

Prev Next

MORE National ARTICLES

John Horgan Tears Up At Event On Funding Increases For Caregivers, Foster Parents

Premier John Horgan's voice cracked as he tried to hold back tears at a government event saluting foster parents, caregivers and those who share their homes with people with disabilities.

John Horgan Tears Up At Event On Funding Increases For Caregivers, Foster Parents

Calling A Snow Day: How Halifax Schools Make The Early Morning Call

HALIFAX — In this historic port city, the decision to call a snow day often starts in the middle of the night.

Calling A Snow Day: How Halifax Schools Make The Early Morning Call

Appeal Decision For Calgary Couple Convicted Of Murder In Son'S Death

CALGARY — A decision is expected today in the appeal of a Calgary couple found guilty of killing their diabetic teenage son.

Appeal Decision For Calgary Couple Convicted Of Murder In Son'S Death

Company Fined $350,000 For Depositing Damaging Substance In Fraser River

Environment and Climate Change Canada says a dredging company has been fined $350,000 for depositing a damaging substance into water frequented by fish in British Columbia.

Company Fined $350,000 For Depositing Damaging Substance In Fraser River

Two More Measles Cases In Vancouver Area, Bringing Total To 15 Infections

VANCOUVER — Two new cases of measles have been reported to Vancouver's health authority, bringing the total number of infections in the area to 15.

Two More Measles Cases In Vancouver Area, Bringing Total To 15 Infections

Liberals To Introduce Bill To Provide No-Cost Pardons For Simple Pot Crimes

Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale says the government will soon bring in legislation to provide pardons for anyone convicted of pot possession before the drug's legalization last year.