Police hunt for bombing suspects
An explosive device was detonated last month at B.C.’s Minister of Infrastructure’s office.
Key Takeaways:
- North Vancouver RCMP are investigating the detonation of a homemade explosive device that caused minor damage to an office building on June 27.
- Police believe the device was made from fireworks or bear bangers and are seeking help identifying two male suspects seen on CCTV.
- Authorities have increased patrols in the area and are urging the public to review suspect images and report any information that could aid the investigation.
The Whole Story:
Mounties are asking for the public’s help identifying two suspects after a homemade explosive device was detonated outside a Lower Lonsdale office building late last month.
North Vancouver RCMP say officers responded to reports of a loud bang in the 200-block of West Esplanade Avenue around 4:15 a.m. on June 27. When officers arrived, they found minor damage to the front door of an office building. No injuries were reported.
Following an investigation by the RCMP’s Serious Crime Unit and the Explosives Disposal Unit, police confirmed the damage was caused by a rudimentary homemade device, likely constructed using commercially available fireworks or bear bangers taped together and ignited with a burning fuse.
Police have since conducted extensive video canvassing, reviewed hours of surveillance footage, and interviewed witnesses. They’ve also increased foot patrols in the area to reassure the public and deter further incidents.
Investigators have released images of two men considered persons of interest. CCTV footage shows the detonation occurred at exactly 4:04 a.m.
The first suspect is described as a Caucasian man with short, balding hair, a stocky build, wearing a black jacket, dark T-shirt, and blue jeans. The second suspect is described as a Caucasian man with a slender build, wearing a long blonde wig, a black hoodie, and dark blue pants.
“We are urging the public to review these images and contact police if they recognize the suspects,” said Cpl. Mansoor Sahak in a statement. “Even a small tip can be the final piece of the puzzle in a complex case.”
Police have not determined a motive and say there is no indication yet whether the act was politically motivated.
Anyone with information is asked to contact North Vancouver RCMP at 236-481-9100, quoting file number 25-13204.
