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Central Saanich police investigating after handgun allegedly fired at Island View Beach

Officers looking to speak with anyone who may have witnessed the incident

  • Sep. 6, 2019 12:00 a.m.

Central Saanich police are investigating after a report of a handgun fired at Island View Beach Thursday.

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Officers arrested one man and seized a weapon after being called to Island View Regional Park at around 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 5.

According to police, several beachgoers observed the incident but left the scene prior to police arrival.

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Officers are looking to speak with anyone who may have witnessed the incident. Witnesses are asked to call 250-652-4441 and ask to speak with Const. Shea or Const. Robertson.


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