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Richmond Police Seek Witnesses in Targeted Attempted Kidnapping

RCMP release descriptions of two potential witnesses and urge public assistance following a premeditated abduction attempt involving a suspect impersonating law enforcement.

Do you know these people? Richmond RCMP say they may have witnessed an attempted kidnapping, and police want to talk to them.
An RCMP epaulette is seen in Edmonton, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

Overview

  • A woman reported being approached by three men, one posing as a police officer, at a Richmond sports facility on Monday afternoon.
  • The victim struggled with the suspects but managed to escape before they fled in a black Jeep Cherokee with Alberta plates.
  • The vehicle was found burned later that evening on Vulcan Way, which police believe was an attempt to destroy evidence.
  • RCMP have released descriptions of two potential witnesses captured on security footage and are appealing for public help in identifying them.
  • Authorities are asking anyone with dash-cam footage or who was in the specified areas during key timeframes to come forward with information.