Several people injured during a bonfire

Smithers

2024-01-02 11:43 HNP

Dossier nº 2024-001

Under the Official Languages Act, this office provides services to the public in English only. You will find general information in both official languages at bc.rcmp.ca and www.rcmp.ca

Aux termes de la Loi sur les langues officielles, ce bureau n'offre des services au public qu'en anglais. Vous trouverez des renseignements généraux dans les deux langues officielles au cb.grc.ca et www.grc.ca.

On Monday, January 1, 2024 shortly after midnight, Smithers RCMP responded to a report of multiple burn victims in the 4500 Block of Henry Rd.

Initial investigation indicated that 30-40 people were gathered around a bonfire when something was thrown into the fire resulting in an explosion. Several people were injured as a result. The injuries sustained have been described as minor to significant burns however none are believed to be life threatening. All required medical attention and were taken to hospital.

Smithers RCMP are seeking witnesses, or people who may have taken pictures or video during the incident.

If you have any information you are asked to contact the Smithers RCMP at (250) 847-3233.

Diffusé par :

Cap. Madonna Saunderson
S.-off.-cons. de district (relations avec les médias)
District du Nord
4020, 5e Avenue, Prince George (C.-B.) V2M 7E7
Bureau : 250-561-3166
Cellulaire : 250-301-3521

Courriel : madonna.saunderson@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

Suivez-nous :
Date de modification :