CHILLIWACK RCMP on July 17 received information that a user of X, formerly known as Twitter, had been posting social media content with discriminatory and harmful language. In consultation with the BC Hate Crimes Unit and with the assistance of members of the public, the Chilliwack RCMP General Investigative Support Team was able to identify the suspected user of this account.

On August 7, this individual was arrested and subsequently released from police custody to appear in court at a later date on several recommended Criminal Code offences. The name of the individual will not be released at this time as charges are still pending, police said.

“This is a sensitive matter that has impacted many members of our community which is evident in the amount of information that continues to be reported to the Chilliwack RCMP. We appreciate all the information that has been received as we continue to follow up on all tips received by the public as this investigation continues,” said Cpl. Carmen Kiener of Chilliwack RCMP.

The police say they take hate crime very seriously and encourage all victims of hate to report these incidents to the police or community leaders so the appropriate steps can be taken to address the needs of the victim and take action against the offender.