A man from Surrey has now been charged in relation to a stabbing on Sunday (April 21)
Background: On April 23, 2024 at 9:26 p.m., the White Rock RCMP responded to a report of injured man in the 15400-block of Marine Drive. Officers along with BC Ambulance Emergency Health Services attended and upon arrival, located a 26-year old man, later identified as Kulwinder Singh Sohi, on the White Rock Promenade at the parking lot adjacent to the Grand Chief Bernard Robert Charles (Pa-Kwach-Tun) Memorial Plaza, suffering from fatal stab wounds. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) took conduct of the investigation and continues to work closely in partnership with the White Rock RCMP, the BC Coroners Service and the Integrated Forensic Identification Services.
As a result of evidence collected by investigators, IHIT worked closely in partnership with the White Rock RCMP, who had conduct of a previous assault investigation which occurred in White Rock on April 21, 2024, in which 28-year old Jatinder Singh was assaulted while on the White Rock Promenade.
On April 29, 2024, IHIT investigators with the assistance of the Integrated Emergency Response Team, arrested 28-year old Dimitri Nelson Hyacinth from Surrey, BC, in relation to the homicide.
As investigative efforts advanced, on April 30, 2024, Hyacinth was charged in relation to the aggravated assault of Jatinder Singh on April 21, 2024.
“This is a dynamic and ongoing case. The investigation into the homicide of Mr. Sohi remains active,” says Sergeant Timothy Pierotti of IHIT. “We’re thankful for the collaborative work being done by the IHIT investigators along with the White Rock RCMP.”
IHIT is asking that any witnesses or anyone who was in the area of the White Rock Promenade, east of the White Rock Pier near the parking lot adjacent to the Grand Chief Bernard Robert Charles (Pa-Kwach-Tun) Memorial Plaza or driving on Marine Drive on April 23, 2024, between 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m., with dash cameras or anyone who may have information regarding the homicide to contact the IHIT Information Line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or by email at ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
Town Hall Talk
An overflow crowd attended the White Rock RCMP Town Hall meeting last evening at the White Rock Community Centre. Despite the RCMP stating in advance the evening was not an opportunity to discuss the two recent stabbings on the waterfront, things changed. A strong representation of the South Asian community asked many questions regarding the two stabbing incidents on the White Rock waterfront.
Staff Sergent ROB DIXON hosted the evening an made a strong effort to answer as many questions as possible regarding the two incidents without compromising what he referred to as an active ongoing investigation into both stabbings.
At the end of the evening all those in attendance left the meeting satisfied the city and the RCMP are on the right track.
Hockey Night In White Rock/South Surrey
Our Surrey Eagles defeated Victoria in the first round of the BCHL 2024 playoffs, They now meet the Port Alberni Bulldogs (perhaps the best logo in the BCHL) the best of 7 series kicks off this weekend at the South Surrey arena.
Tickets at the door.
White Rock Monday Rewind
Monday evening the majority of White Rock Council approved two OCP amendments to move highrise applications forward to the next phase.
-a 31 storey tower application was approved 5-2 to be located on Russell Avenue across the street from our world famous Wyland Whale Wall. If the application reaches the final stage "Ale Alley" home to our three craft breweries will be a thing of the past. The Official Community plan currently allows for 12 storey structures.
- On George street @ North Bluff avenue a 26 storey highrise application was also given the green light and an OCP amendment. The area currently dedicates height to be limited to 6 storeys.
Both applications passed with a vote of 5-2. Councillors CHESNEY & TREVELYAN voted in opposition.
- KENT STREET ACTIVITY CENTER: Report states it's too small and recommend a new facility to be added to a new City Hall (City Hub) if and when it's built.
- Property Tax increase finalized - first, second, third reading at 4.82% increase this year - less than Surrey. 7-0 approved.
-Councillor CHEUNG at the end of the meeting put forth a motion that dogs be allowed in the summer months on the promenade up to 9 a.m. The item will come before council on May 13 for debate.
Monday April 29, 2024
Arrest made in White Rock homicide
Investigators announce arrest in White Rock homicide
Background: On April 23, 2024 at 9:26 p.m., the White Rock RCMP responded to a report of injured man in the 15400-block of Marine Drive. Officers along with BC Ambulance Emergency Health Services attended and upon arrival, located a 26-year old man, later identified as Kulwinder Singh Sohi, on the White Rock Promenade at the parking lot adjacent to the Grand Chief Bernard Robert Charles (Pa-Kwach-Tun) Memorial Plaza, suffering from fatal stab wounds. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) took conduct of the investigation and continues to work closely in partnership with the White Rock RCMP, the BC Coroners Service and the Integrated Forensic Identification Services.
On April 29, 2024, IHIT investigators with the assistance of the Integrated Emergency Response Team, arrested a 28-year old man from Surrey, BC, in relation to the homicide.
“This remains a very active investigation,” says Sergeant Timothy Pierotti of IHIT. “We recognize the public's concern for safety and want to provide updates as soon as possible.
IHIT is asking that any witnesses or anyone who was in the area of the White Rock Promenade, east of the White Rock Pier near the parking lot adjacent to the Grand Chief Bernard Robert Charles (Pa-Kwach-Tun) Memorial Plaza or driving on Marine Drive on April 23, 2024, between 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m., with dash cameras or anyone who may have information regarding the homicide to contact the IHIT Information Line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or by email at ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
More information to come, as it becomes available.
Foster Martin Tower 3
Uptown White Rock is about to be thrown into chaos again for a number of years as the FOSTER MARTIN development begins work on tower #3 in uptown White Rock.
Flood Preparation
Massive work has been going on for months on the Semiahmoo reserve. Work is nearly completed on shoring up the lowest level of Beach Road on the reserve which constantly flooded during high tides and stormy weather.
Waterfront Vigil
MLA TREVOR HALFORD / Christopher Trevelyan photo
Dozens of friends, family and concerned citizens held a vigil last evening on East Beach in White Rock mourn where 27-year-old Kulwinder Sohi was stabbed to death last week.
Gurleen Sohi brother of the attacker said he simply wants justice for his brother.
TREVOR HALFORD BC United MLA for the White Rock / South Surrey area attended the meeting with White Rock mayor MEGAN KNIGHT. Both assured the gathering every possible resource has been put into place to bring the attacker to justice.
April 28, 2024
Wrong Way On HWY 99
Surrey RCMP remain on scene at a motor vehicle collision that occurred early this morning, on Highway 99 in Surrey.
On 2024-04-28, at approximately 0416 hours, Surrey RCMP received a call of a two vehicle collision on in the south-east bound lanes of Highway 99, 50 meters east of the Highway 91 junction. A late model Ford Sedan was travelling into oncoming traffic, the wrong way, in the south-east bound lanes of Highway 99. The Ford struck a Mercedes sedan who was travelling south-east bound, on Highway 99. The resulting collision caused significant damage to both vehicles.
The 68 year old female driver of the Ford was transported to a local area hospital with possibly life-threatening injuries. The driver and passenger of the Mercedes have been transported to a local area hospital with minor injuries.
Alcohol and a pre-existing medical condition are believed to be contributing factors to the collision. The incident is still under investigation.
The south-east lanes of Highway 99 are closed at the Highway 91 junction, and are expected to remain closed for several hours. Police ask that motorists find an alternate route.
Anyone with more information, including dash cam footage, is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 and quote file 2024-59328.
If you wish to make an anonymous report please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or www.solvecrime.ca.
The title for this TNT is a simple statement I use often and usually for very good reason. For those people who have followed this column for over 15 years, you know that the state of public roadways and the safety of the travelling public are rather high on my agenda. Behind the scenes I'm often in contact with the Transportation Ministry, Mainroad Group, local MLAs, ICBC and the police to bring dangerous road conditions to their attention.
The amazing landings of a C-130 Hercules on the aircraft carrier USS Forrestal (CVA-59) in 1963. Lt. Jim Flatley was the pilot of The KC-130F Hercules and Lt. Cmdr. W. W. “Smokey” Stovall was the copilot. The aircraft is currently on display in The National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, FL.
Joke Of The Day
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