B.C. Crime Roundup: Senior Suspect in Custody After Brazen Bank Robbery
In a significant development for law enforcement in British Columbia, a 64-year-old Burnaby man has been taken into custody in connection with a daylight bank robbery that occurred last September. The arrest marks the culmination of a months-long investigation by the RCMP's specialized strike force unit.
Details of the Burnaby Bank Robbery Arrest
The incident unfolded on September 26, 2025, when a financial institution in the Kingsway and Edmonds Street area of Burnaby was targeted by an armed robber. According to police reports, the suspect allegedly brandished a firearm during the offense before fleeing the scene prior to officers' arrival.
Following extensive investigative work, authorities executed a search warrant at a South Burnaby residence on January 14, 2026. The operation involved members of the emergency response team and resulted in the apprehension of the suspect. During the search, law enforcement officials seized two firearms as evidence related to the case.
The RCMP has confirmed that the investigation remains ongoing, though the primary suspect is now in custody facing serious charges related to the armed robbery.
Langford Hit-and-Run: Police Seek Public Assistance
Meanwhile, on Vancouver Island, authorities are actively searching for both a vehicle and its driver following a serious hit-and-run collision that left a pedestrian with significant injuries. The incident occurred on Friday, January 16, 2026, at approximately 5:36 p.m. at the intersection of Langford Parkway and Phipps Road in Langford.
Critical Dashcam Footage Provides Leads
Investigators have reviewed dash camera footage provided by a witness, which captured the moment when a 40-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing the intersection eastbound. The footage clearly shows a white, two-door pickup truck with a black canopy driving through a red light while traveling northbound, directly striking the pedestrian.
RCMP Corporal Nancy Saggar emphasized the severity of the situation, stating, "After reviewing the footage, investigators believe it is highly unlikely that the suspect driver in this situation did not know that they hit a pedestrian."
The victim sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries and received medical treatment following the collision. The driver of the pickup truck failed to remain at the scene, prompting an intensive search by West Shore RCMP.
Appeal for Public Cooperation
Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about the vehicle or its driver to come forward. The distinctive white pickup truck with black canopy was last seen heading north on Phipps Road following the incident.
Police have provided multiple avenues for information sharing:
- Contact West Shore RCMP directly at (250) 474-2264
- Submit anonymous tips online through appropriate channels
- Call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477
Authorities are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who may have been traveling near the intersection of Phipps Road and Langford Parkway around the time of the incident, especially those with dash camera footage that could provide additional evidence.
These two separate incidents highlight ongoing law enforcement challenges in British Columbia communities and demonstrate the crucial role that public cooperation plays in resolving criminal investigations.
