Listen Live

Two dead after shooting in Nanaimo

2 people are dead and 2 remain in hospital after a shooting at Nanaimo’s Western Forest Products mill.

RCMP say they arrested a 47 year-old Nanaimo man — a former WFP employee — and seized a shotgun shortly after they arrived at the mill.

Company President and CEO, Don Demens, calls it a terrible tragedy.

Demens says they’ve shut down all operations on the island out of respect
for the victims.

Meanwhile Nanaimo Mayor John Ruttan says his heart goes out to everyone involved.

The Nanaimo RCMP’s Serious Crime Unit is leading the investigation and they say right now, it looks like the suspect acted alone.

Continue Reading

cfcp Now playing play

- Advertisement -

Related Articles

- Advertisement -

Latest News

Parks visitors can snap photos to help researchers track glacier changes

In addition to snapping a selfie during a visit to a national or provincial park, visitors are being encouraged to take an “Icy.”

B.C. jobs decline in July: Women and youth most impacted

British Columbia lost about 16,000 jobs in July, mirroring a broader national decline.

B.C. Greens say primary care report ‘a step forward’ but note rural gaps

The B.C. Greens say a new government report on the state of the primary care system is “a step forward,” but it highlights some gaps.

B.C. Ferries doubling saver fares when Horseshoe Bay – Departure Bay becomes reservation only

Horseshoe Bay – Departure Bay will change to reservation only in the fall, and BC Ferries is looking to make early bookings more affordable. 

Community gathering Sunday to remember mother, child killed at Comox Lake

After a tragic incident at Comox Lake last week, a community gathering has been planned for this weekend to remember those who died. 
- Advertisement -