The sentencing hearing for a UBC student who admitted her role in last year's Stanley Cup riot, has been postponed.But it appears the Crown wants Camille Cacnio to spend some time behind bars.She was caught on camera stealing a pair of men's tuxedo pants, and was soon fired from her job at Burrard Acura. Then her online apology was criticized … [Read more...]
Two jail guards assaulted at overcrowded facility
June 19, 2012 by
It's another example of rampant overcrowding in B.C. jails.That's according to the Corrections Chair of the BCGEU, reacting to the recent assaults of two jail guards at North Fraser Pretrial Centre.Dean Purdy says the facility was maxed-out with more than 500 inmates, and relief isn't expected for at least a couple of years."The employer has … [Read more...]
One month in jail for Stanley Cup rioter
June 11, 2012 by
Admitted Stanley Cup rioter 20 year-old Emmanuel Alviar has been sentenced to jail time. He's been sentenced to one month in jail for his role in last year's riot. The Surrey man has also been handed 16 months probation, 150 hours of community service, and must write apology letters to Police Chief Jim Chu and Mayor Gregor Robertson. Alviar's … [Read more...]
Olympic ticket fraudster avoids jail
June 7, 2012 by
A West Vancouver man who ripped off people wanting tickets to key 2010 Olympic events has been sentenced. Sean McConnell Stuart has received a 12-month conditional sentence, after pleading guilty last month, to pocketing more than $ 60,000 from people desperate for tickets to the most sought-after Olympic events, including the opening ceremonies, … [Read more...]
More jail time for Xiao Zhang
May 25, 2012 by
He was sentenced to eleven months in jail for a deadly hit-and-run crash in 2006, but was released after only four months. Now, a judge wants the man once considered BC's worst car thief to spend another year behind bars. Xiao Zhang was handed a 539-day jail sentence, after pleading guilty to 33 charges related to scamming people out of expensive … [Read more...]
Caza gets out of jail once again
April 30, 2012 by
He has been the subject of repeated police warnings. Now, a chronic offender is going to be released from jail again. Prolific offender Tracy Lloyd Caza will be released from jail today, after being sentenced to six months time served for his convictions of common assault and drug possession. It’s the 100th conviction for the 51 year old, … [Read more...]
2 drivers hospitalized, one in jail
April 25, 2012 by
After a chase through several parts of Metro Vancouver that left two people injured, a 40 year old Surrey man is now in police custody. Staff Sgt. Dave Conrod with Richmond RCMP says Mounties located the suspect outside the stolen vehicle he was driving, after Vancouver Police notified RCMP the man was heading into their area. After police … [Read more...]
Cabbie gets jail time and probation
April 6, 2012 by
A Surrey cab driver who sexually assaulted 17-year-old female passenger has been sentenced to 18 months in jail. Wasim Malik, then 47, had picked up the girl and a friend one night in 2009. He drove them to Fort Langley for a party, only to find no party. The girls didn't have any money, but Malik said he'd drive them back to Surrey anyway. … [Read more...]
Firefighter could face jail time for stealing $100,000 from band
March 24, 2012 by
A former treasurer of the Vancouver Firefighters Band will find out in two weeks if he'll serve jail time for stealing from band coffers. Jason Davidson has pleaded guilty to theft and fraud. He says he's sorry for stealing $ 100,000 from the band while he served as treasurer between 2003 and 2006. He used the money to buy a diamong ring, a house, … [Read more...]
No jail for abusive aunt: B.C. appeals’ court
March 20, 2012 by
VANCOUVER - The B.C. Court of Appeal will not incarcerate a woman who pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and failure to provide the necessities of life in relation to her three-year-old niece.The woman, who can not be identified, pleaded guilty in First Nations Court on June 11, 2011 and was sentenced to two years less a day to be served … [Read more...]
