Altercation at UBCO bus exchange

Kelowna

2024-09-05 14:25 PDT

File # 2024-51881

On September 4, 2024 at approximately 4:00 p.m., Kelowna RCMP responded to an altercation between a youth male and an adult male, that began on a BC Transit bus at the UBCO transit exchange. Members of the public and UBCO security provided first aid to the youth male prior to the arrival of emergency services, who then transported the youth to Kelowna General Hospital for minor injuries and assessment.

Investigators are still gathering evidence including attempting to identify the adult suspect involved. Anyone who may have witnessed this incident and has yet to speak with an officer, is asked to phone the Kelowna RCMP at 250-762-3300 and reference file number 2024-51881.

Based on the information and evidence thus far, this incident is believed to have been isolated and there is no concern for public safety. No further details will be provided at this time.

Released by:

Cpl. Michael Gauthier
NCO i/c Media Relations Unit
Kelowna RCMP
1190 Richter Street Kelowna BC V1Y 2K7
Office: 250-762-3300
Fax: 250-470-6309

Email: kelowna_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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