Noise dispute led to killing of B.C. grandparents, court hears
A B.C. court has heard that a long-standing noise dispute with a neighbour culminated in the tragic killing of two grandparents in Chilliwack. Valerie Smith and John Kavaloff were found dead in their home in 2023, and the trial is now shedding light on the events leading up to their deaths.
During the proceedings, the court was told that the accused had a history of conflict with the couple over noise complaints. The dispute allegedly escalated over time, with the neighbour reportedly feeling increasingly frustrated. A witness described how the situation “flipped his switch,” leading to the fatal confrontation.
Smith and Kavaloff were described by family as kind and community-oriented individuals. Their deaths have shocked the Chilliwack community, which has been closely following the case. The trial continues, with further evidence expected to be presented in the coming days.
