US EditionB.C. MLA Bowinn Ma's constituency office targeted with explosive device
- In the early hours of June 27, an explosive device damaged Bowinn Ma’s North Vancouver office, prompting police and Explosives Disposal Unit response and investigation.
- A 20% rise in security incidents at political offices over the past year raises concerns about safety protocols amid increasing threats in Canada.
- Ma’s statement noted nobody was injured; neighbor heard a 'Bang' at 4 a.m., and Explosives Disposal Unit examined the damage and landscaping.
- Following the incident, Ma’s office was evacuated, all meetings canceled, and the BC NDP urged MLAs and staff to exercise caution during ongoing investigations.
- Authorities continue examining clues at Ma’s North Vancouver office, with Mounties promising further updates as the active investigation remains ongoing.
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An investigation is under way to determine whether this incident is related to an explosion previously occurring in the vicinity.
Police Investigating Explosion at BC MLA’s Office
RCMP in North Vancouver said they’re investigating after an explosion at an NDP MLA’s office. Police said they first received reports of a “loud bang” in the 100 block of West 1st Street around 2:45 a.m. on June 27. Officers attended the area but did not find anything suspicious. A second incident happened around 4:15 a.m. on June 27 at MLA Bowinn Ma’s North Vancouver-Lonsdale office on West Esplanade Avenue and Chesterfield Avenue, RCMP said. O…
An explosive device damaged the entrance door of the British Columbia Minister of Infrastructure's office, Bowinn Ma, on Friday morning, reported to the police. An investigation is under way to determine whether this violent incident is related to an explosion that occurred previously in the vicinity.
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Explosive device damaged B.C. MLA's office, may be linked to earlier blast: RCMP
NORTH VANCOUVER — An explosive device damaged the front door of British Columbia Infrastructure Minister Bowinn Ma's office on Friday morning, police said, and they're investigating whether the "jarring incident" was linked to an earlier blast nearby
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