US EditionSuspect in B.C. Fire Attack Still at Large One Year Later
SURREY, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, AUG 2 – Kalid Yimer faces attempted murder charges after setting Rahat Rao on fire; he remains wanted on multiple warrants nearly a year after the August 2024 assault, police said.
- On August 2, 2024, a man allegedly set Surrey businessman Rahat Rao on fire during an assault at a Whalley business.
- On June 26, 2025, Kalid Yimer was formally accused of attempted murder related to the attack, but he has not yet been apprehended and has active warrants issued in both B.C. and Alberta.
- Police said they do not believe the incident was motivated by religious or political ideology and continue to seek Yimer's whereabouts in the Lower Mainland area.
- Witness Jessica Vesper recalled that Rao "had his entire body doused in fire," and community leaders described Rao as hardworking and devoted to his faith.
- The case remains open with no court appearances scheduled, and authorities urge anyone with information about Yimer to contact Surrey Police or call 9-1-1 immediately.
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