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Early Friday, Vancouver police patrol officers were approached by a worker at the Al Masjid Al Jamia Mosque who told them graffiti had been spray-painted across the front doors.

B.C. crime news: Vancouver mosque vandalized | ‘Disturbing’ assault in Chilliwack | VPD arrest suspected thieves | Woman charged after allegedly impersonating police officer | Richmond RCMP target shoplifting Back to video

“The graffiti read: “UK BLOOD IS ON YOUR HAND,” said police in a news release.

Police are looking for surveillance video.

“This type of incident has a significant impact on the people who gather to worship and connect with their community,” said Sgt. Adam Donaldson. “We want to reassure the Muslim community that these acts won’t be tolerated, and if the evidence supports hate crime charges, we will pursue them.”

Anyone with information about this incident, or who may have dashcam or surveillance footage from the area, is asked to contact the VPD.

RCMP in Chilliwack are asking the public for help in identifying those involved in the alleged assault of a young girl.

Video of the alleged assault has been posted to social media, police said in a news release.

Police began investigating Nov. 8 when they got a report of an assault involving youths and a female victim.

“On Nov. 13 police received additional reports after videos of the incident began circulating online,” the release said.

They said it’s not believed the assault occurred during school hours.

“Chilliwack RCMP is seeking to identify the individuals involved. Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that may assist the investigation to come forward.

“This video is disturbing and has understandably raised concerns within our community,” said Cpl. Carmen Kiener. “We need anyone with first-hand information, who was present during the incident, or who can help identify those involved, to contact police.”

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Anyone with info is asked to call the Chilliwack RCMP at 604-792-4611 and reference File No. 2026-50066.

Yang “Christopher” Liang was sentenced to 10 1/2 years in prison on Thursday for the manslaughter of a woman in the University Endowment Lands in March 2024. The sentence for the 38-year-old took into account approximately 11 months of pre-sentence custody, which also imposing a lifetime firearms prohibition and a DNA order.

Police had previously said that Liang and the victim knew each other, but her identity has not been released.

“While no sentence can undo the loss of a loved one, yesterday’s sentencing marks an important milestone in the judicial process and our thoughts remain with the victim’s family and friends,” says Sgt. Freda Fong of IHIT.

“Intimate partner violence can have devastating consequences, and this case is a tragic reminder to anyone experiencing violence in their relationship, or concerned for someone who may be, to reach out for support.”

On March 13, 2024, University RCMP officers responded to a 911 call at a residence in the 5400-block of Shortcut Road in the University Endowment Lands where they found a deceased woman. Two people, including Liang, were arrested, but only Liang was charged.

A week after the arrest he was charged with second-degree murder, but plead guilty to a lesser manslaughter change on Sept. 14, 2026.

Two women are facing robbery charges, Vancouver police say.

Both were arrested Thursday afternoon downtown.

Police were called after a reported theft from a clothing store near Granville and Robson streets.

They heard from witnesses that a woman had left with stolen items and had bit a security guard who tried to stop her. The 60-year-old woman was arrested for robbery and is in custody.

About an hour later, the VPD got another report of a stolen speaker from an electronics store downtown.

“When a security guard attempted to take the suspect into custody, she allegedly slashed the guard’s arm with a weapon and threatened to kill him before fleeing the scene,” said police in a news release.

A woman, 43, was later arrested in Yaletown.

She has been charged with one count of theft, one count of uttering threats, one count of assault with a weapon, and one count of assault causing bodily harm.

“These incidents highlight the dangers that front-line retail workers and security staff can encounter,” said Const. Megan Lui. “Violence and threats against people preventing crime are unacceptable, and the Vancouver Police Department remains committed to holding offenders accountable.”

Richmond RCMP have made 11 arrests after an investigation into retail theft.

On Nov. 6 they did a Boost and Bust operation, partnering with local businesses and retailers. They seized $3,200 worth of allegedly stolen goods, mainly clothing. Charges are being recommended against eight of the 11 arrested.

One will be charged with failing to comply with a release order. One was arrested on an outstanding warrant.

RCMP said social services referrals were offered to all those arrested.

“Retail theft continues to have a significant impact on businesses, employees and consumers,” said Insp. Vaz Kassam. “Through initiatives such as Boost and Bust, we are able to work closely with our partners to identify offenders, recover stolen property, and help create a safer environment for businesses and shoppers throughout Richmond.”

A 34-year-old Vancouver woman has been charged after a person was arrested while impersonating a police office at Vancouver’s largest Remembrance Day ceremony.

Officers noticed a woman wearing military-style clothing.

“Officers noticed the woman wearing camouflage combat-style clothing, body armour, tactical boots and a tactical vest with military-style pouches,” said police. “She was also allegedly displaying a police-style badge on a chain and several police-related patches.”

The woman was arrested and police say she had a replica firearm.

“The VPD had roughly 120 police officers deployed to secure Remembrance Day ceremonies across the city,” said Const. Megan Lui. “Incidents like these serve as a reminder of the need for police presence at such important public events.”

The Vancouver woman is charged with one count of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.