Chilliwack RCMP investigate racially offensive social media content
Chilliwack
2024-08-20 07:36 PDT
File # 2024-29997
On July 17, 2024 the Chilliwack RCMP received information that a user of X, formerly known as Twitter, had been posting social media content with discriminatory and harmful language. In consultation with the BC RCMP Hate Crimes Unit and with the assistance of members of the public, the Chilliwack RCMP General Investigation Support Team were able to identify the suspected user of this account. On August 7, 2024 this individual was arrested and subsequently released from police custody to appear in court at a later date on several recommended Criminal Code Offences. The name of the individual will not be released at this time as charges are still pending.
This is a sensitive matter that has impacted many members of our community which is evident in the amount of information that continues to be reported to the Chilliwack RCMP. We appreciate all the information that has been received as we continue to follow up on all tips received by the public as this investigation continues.
says Cpl. Carmen Kiener of the Chilliwack RCMP.
The police take hate crime very seriously and encourage all victims of hate to report these incidents to the police or community leaders so the appropriate steps can be taken to address the needs of the victim and take action against the offender.
Released by:
Cpl. Carmen KienerMedia Relations Officer
Upper Fraser Valley Regional Detachment
Office: 604-393-3013
Email:
ufvrd_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
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