Manslaughter Charge Laid in Fatal Abbotsford Stabbing
IHIT says the killing was targeted and involved people known to each other, as court records list additional assault and breach charges.
- The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team announced Monday that Jesse Chamberlain-Lohr, 36, of Abbotsford has been charged with manslaughter in the December 14, 2025, death of Harvey James Lee-Bernick.
- Officers responded to reports of a stabbing near McCrimmon Drive and Maple Street on December 14, 2025, finding Bernick with life-threatening injuries that proved fatal despite lifesaving efforts.
- Sgt. Freda Fong of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team said the incident is believed to be "targeted and isolated," involving individuals known to each other.
- Provincial court records indicate Chamberlain-Lohr faces additional charges including assault, assault by choking, uttering threats, and two counts of breaching a release order from May 30, June 2, and June 5 of this year.
- The suspect's next court appearance is scheduled for June 15, while Bernick's family stated they remain hopeful that "justice will be served" following their immense loss.
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