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B.C. judge tosses drug evidence for 'numerous and flagrant' rights violations

  • A B.C. Supreme Court judge ruled that Vernon RCMP violated an accused drug dealer's Charter rights with 'numerous and flagrant breaches.'
  • The judge found police colluded with civil forfeiture authorities to 'bypass' due process regarding a vehicle seizure.
  • The court dismissed drug evidence against Nabil Abdelkader, stating police used a hit-and-run investigation as a 'ruse' for drug trafficking.
  • The police had not obtained a search warrant to access a hidden compartment in the jeep containing narcotics.
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B.C. judge tosses drug evidence for ‘numerous and flagrant’ rights violations

The court issued two rulings on evidence collected by Vernon Mounties in a case against Nabil Abdelkader, who police believed was in the drug trade

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The Globe & Mail broke the news in Canada on Friday, February 7, 2025.
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