DATE OF RELEASE: February 10, 2005
High Risk Offender in the Community
(Update)
There was a confirmed sighting of 36yr old Alexander Bathgate who is a
high risk offender currently wanted by the Abbotsford Police Department
on a warrant for Breach of Recognizance. The sighting, which occurred
at approximately 11:00am this morning in west Abbotsford, was followed
by a report of a theft of vehicle from a strip mall at the corner of
Old Yale Rd and Mt. Lehman Rd. Coincidentally the same area Bathgate
was last seen.
While Bathgate's involvement in the theft has yet to be determined,
investigators are asking the public to be on the look out for a 1996
Volkswagen Jetta four door black in colour, bearing BC license plates
555-EBM. Investigators believe Bathgate may be enroute to either Prince
George or Alberta.
Anyone seeing the vehicle is asked to contact their nearest police agency.
October 17, 2003
CITY OF ABBOTSFORD
NEWS RELEASE
Flood Warning Issued
Abbotsford, B.C. October 17, 2003 A flood warning is issued for areas within the Nooksack River Basin, including the Sumas Prairie area in the City of Abbotsford.
The Nooksack River continues to rise and is currently 2.9 feet above the flood stage. The river is expected to crest at 15 feet around noon today.
The rising waters may cause widespread flooding and everyone is asked to avoid the flooded areas.
Farmers and residents of Sumas Prairie and other areas likely to be affected by flooding have been urged to take appropriate action to protect their property and livestock.
Heavy rains are expected to continue throughout today. Emergency and City crews have been placed on alert to monitor and respond when the need arises.
"I am confident that the City of Abbotsford is fully prepared to respond and assist the residents in the affected area" said Mayor Mary Reeves.
Further updates and alerts will follow as information becomes available. Please watch the City's web site, [ http://www.city.abbotsford.bc.ca ]www.city.abbotsford.bc.ca, or listen to local radio for updated information. E-mail [ mailto:tharder@city.abbotsford.bc.ca ]tharder@city.abbotsford.bc.ca or Telephone: 604.852.5129
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For more information contact:
Charlene Jordan-Jones
Lieutenant, Public Fire Education Coordinator
Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service
Telephone: 604.855.8207 Shinder Kirk
Media Liaison Officer
Abbotsford Police Department
Telephone: 604.835.1059
September 22, 2003
A.P.D. FILE # 2003-36958 RELEASE#1 DATE OF RELEASE: September
22, 2003
Incident: Suspicious Circumstances
Parents are being urged to re-enforce the principles of "stranger
danger" to their children in light of a suspicious circumstances
incident on the afternoon of September 18th.
A 12 yr old Abbotsford youth did everything right after a stranger
on Bourquin Cr confronted him. The young man was walking east
bound when a man driving a yellow vehicle came to a stop and demanded
the youth get into his car. He wisely ignored the demand and continued
walking and when the suspect drove past the youth and made as
if he was going to stop again. The youth leapt a fence and alerted
a nearby resident who not only contacted the boy's parents, but
also the police. Suspect Vehicle: Mid-sized newer model 4 door
sedan yellow in colour. Suspect Description: Indo-Canadian male
35-40 yrs. of age, dark complexion, clean shaven, balding except
for short grey hair on the sides of his head, prominent nose and
a slight accent. When last seen, the suspect was wearing dark
dress pants and a grey T-shirt with "Canada kicks Ass"
imprinted on the front.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact
the Abbotsford Police Department at (604) 859-5225 or Crimestoppers
at (604) 855-8477. Please quote file number 2003-36958 when calling.
March 31, 2003
I have received several calls today from parents and staff experiencing high anxiety due to media reports of additional cases of SARS being identified in Abbotsford.
I have spoken today with Dr. Andrew Larder, Regional Health Officer, who has confirmed that there are 8 suspected cases of SARS in Abbotsford. The Fraser Valley Regional Health Authority has identified all contacts; those who are symtomatic have been quarantined, those asymtomatic are being monitored daily. At this time, there is no justification for schools to prevent children attending.
Dr. John Blatherwick, Chief Medical Health Officer, previously provided the following information:
- No school worker has been infected because of exposure in
a school setting;
- The best protection for individuals remains frequent hand washing
with soap and water;
- Parents should watch their children for a high temeprature preceding
any other cold or flu-like symptoms.
I am also attaching the information previously forwarded to you from the Fraser Health Authority, in a letter to parents dated March 31st. You may wish to provide this information to parents and staff again.
Robin Arden
Fraser Health Authority SARS pdf file
December 19, 2002
Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu) and Norwalk-Like Viruses
Schools in the Fraser Valley area are currently experiencing a number of incidences of 'stomach flu' symptoms, including vomiting and diarrhea. Public Health is investigating the situation. At this time it is believed the cause of the illness is Norovirus (Norwalk-like Virus). We are asking for your cooperation in following the advice given to us by the Fraser Health Authority.
If your child (ren) have stomach flu-like symptoms, including vomiting and/or diarrhea, it is important that they DO NOT return to school until at least 2 full days (48 hours) after their symptoms have cleared. It is also recommended that they do not attend any group events such as birthday parties etc. until at least 48 hours after their symptoms have cleared.
We have attached important information about viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu) and Norwalk-like Viruses (Norovirus). Please read the attached information carefully.
We would like your help in encouraging your children to wash their hands thoroughly with warm water and soap after using the washroom and prior to eating. Public Health recommends single-use paper towels to dry hands with to prevent cross contamination from multiple-use cloth towels.
Click here to view
the Fact Sheet on Viral Gastroenteritis
October 29, 2002
A.P.D. FILE # 2002- 37237 & 37108 RELEASE# 2
DATE OF RELEASE: October 29, 2002
Incident: Information Sought on Missing 11yr old
Incident:
On October 7th the Abbotsford Police Department appealed for public assistance in locating 11yr old Capri Celina CURTIS, who went missing September 29th after returning from her father's residence in Surrey. Curtis, who was thought to be a run away, was believed to be staying with friends in either Abbotsford or Surrey.
Update:
After a comprehensive investigation by investigators from the Abbotsford Police Department and with the assistance of Surrey RCMP, Capri Celina CURTIS was located in Surrey on the evening of October 25th.
CURTIS was in the company of her father 56yr old Randall CURTIS, who was taken into custody and now faces one count each of Parental Abduction and Breach of Court Order.
The elder CURTIS was released on a Recognizance and will be appearing in Abbotsford Provincial Court at a later date.
October 23, 2002
A cougar was sighted in the park across the road from the school this afternoon. Students are advised to stay on the road and sidewalks and not go into the park.
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