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Kelowna Man Charged With Second-Degree Murder After Fatal Assault

The accused remains in custody awaiting a July 10 court appearance with the RCMP continuing its probe.

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Overview

  • The July 4 incident began as a motor vehicle dispute on Enterprise Way before escalating into a weapon assault.
  • Bailey Plover died of her injuries in hospital and a second woman is receiving treatment for serious but non-life-threatening wounds.
  • On July 5, the BC Prosecution Service approved a second-degree murder charge against James Edward Plover, who was known to the deceased.
  • Police arrested Plover after a brief pursuit near Spall Road and Enterprise Way.
  • The Kelowna RCMP Serious Crime Unit is collecting witness statements and seeking information on Plover’s movements in the days before the assault.