Particle.news

Download on the App Store

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.

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.