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Vancouver rundown for Wednesday, February 12, 2025.

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The Independent Investigations Office and the RCMP in Surrey continue to withhold information and details

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after a mounty shot on autistic 15-year-old dad on Sunday.

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IIO Chief Civilian Director Jessica Berglund defends the lack of info, saying patience is appreciated

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while the investigation is conducted thoroughly, fairly and to the highest standard possible.

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The Clayton Heights secondary student died after falling into the snow with gunshot wounds.

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Police say they had a lengthy interaction with the person after getting reports of someone with a weapon.

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There is no indication any weapon was ever found.

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Friends describe the boy as friendly and kind. Classmates continue to receive grief counseling.

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Other news, there is yet another delay in the trial of four men accused of killing Surrey Sikh Temple President Hardip Singh Nijher.

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It may be April before a judge continues proceedings into the shooting death of the 45-year-old.

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Nijher was gunned down in the parking lot of the Guru Nanak Gurdwara on June 18, 2023.

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Investigators have tied the case to supporters of India's government, which strongly opposes a separate Sikh state.

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A well-known BC environmental group is calling on the provincial government to stop the development of a ski resort near Chilliwack.

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The Wilderness Committee says the Bridal Veil Mountain Resort will threaten the endangered spotted owl.

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Proponents say the resort would be owned and managed by First Nations, notably the Stallow.

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Clear skies and an upcoming geomagnetic storm could provide a chance for those in the lower mainland to see the northern lights later on this week.

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The best viewing time is forecast for Thursday night into Valentine's Day.

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The dancing green lights are expected to be low on the horizon, providing some prime viewing.

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Sunshine and gusty winds in some areas on Wednesday, a few clouds on Thursday, more sunshine on Friday.

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