Police investigating incident on William R. Bennett Bridge

Kelowna

2025-01-27 09:39 PST

File # 2025-4742

On January 27, 2025, at approximately 3:45 a.m, Kelowna RCMP responded to an individual in crisis who had parked a vehicle in the eastbound lanes of the William Bennet Bridge. The individual is believed to have ignited a small fire in the vehicle before they were safely taken into custody.

The bridge is closed in both directions right now while we have the necessary resources, including the lower mainland Explosive Disposal Unit, ensure the vehicle can be removed safely, says Cpl. Michael Gauthier Kelowna RCMP Media Relations Officer. Once we deem the vehicle is safe, it will be removed and the highway will be reopened. Expect the bridge to be closed for several hours, please make alternate driving arrangements in the meantime.

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Email: kelowna_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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