Overview

• The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team took over the probe and arrested Bauer in January 2023.
• A jury convicted the 27-year-old in February 2025 after a multi-day trial in B.C. Supreme Court.
• Sgt. Freda Fong described the attack as senseless and unprovoked and offered condolences to the victim’s family.
• Police found 64-year-old Holbert Tew with fatal wounds in his Chilliwack home and confirmed he died at the scene.
• Under Canadian law, Bauer must serve at least 12 years before becoming eligible for parole.