Harjot Deo’s mother, Manjit, charged with being an accessory after the fact to murder in Kiran Dhesi hoimicide

21 May 2019

Bhavkiran (Kiran) Dhesi.
Photo: Crime Stoppers

MANJIT Kaur Deo, 53, the mother of 21-year-old Harjot Singh who has been charged with second-degree murder in the homicide of Bhavkiran Dhesi, has been charged with being an accessory after the fact to murder in the case.

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) made the announcement on Tuesday and announced that the “investigation is still not over” and asked anyone who has any information on the case to contact them.

Harjot Deo was arrested on May 10 at Vancouver International Airport by IHIT. Bhavkiran Dhesi’s body was found inside a burnt vehicle at around 12:20 a.m. on August 2, 2017, in the 18700-block of 24^th Avenue in Surrey.

Harjot Deo, who makes his next court appearance on May 27, had been in a romantic relationship with Dhesi and had become known to IHIT investigators fairly early in the investigation.

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Abbotsford Police investigating suspicious fire during arrest of barricaded male

20 May 2019

ON Monday at 10:32 a.m., Abbotsford Police officers attended a residence in the 31700-block of Southdale Crescent to conduct a follow up with a female victim from a domestic violence investigation. While the officers were inside the residence, they learned that the male suspect from the domestic investigation was inside the home, breaching his court ordered conditions to have no contact with the female and not to attend her residence.

The police officers ensured that the female victim, her 11-year-old child and the basement suite tenants were safely removed from their home while police contained the residence to arrest the male. The male suspect was classified as a barricaded male and the Abbotsford Emergency Response Team and crisis negotiators were called out to assist.

At 1:49 p.m. the Emergency Response Team officers containing the residence observed an exterior window being broken and could see smoke and fire inside the master bedroom. The lone barricaded male then exited the residence and was taken into police custody. The male suffered from smoke inhalation and was transported to hospital for treatment. No other persons were injured.

Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service responded to the partially engulfed residence, which sustained extensive damage. Fire investigators will continue to assist with the investigation.

The 35-year-old male remains in police custody facing breach of an undertaking charges. Abbotsford Police Major Crime detectives, the Forensics Identification Unit and Fire Rescue investigators will continue to probe the cause of the suspicious fire.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Abbotsford Police Department at 604-859-5225, text APD at 222973 (abbypd) or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Satta bazars also see BJP winning but gives fewer seats than pollsters

20 May 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses at Construction Technology India 2019, in New Delhi on March 2, 2019. (Photo: IANS) — New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Photo: IANS)

New Delhi (IANS): Like most pollsters, various ‘satta bazars’ also have stuck to a BJP win in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections but expect the party tally to be fewer than predicted in the exit polls.

Satta bazars across various cities expect the BJP to win 238-245 seats in the just-concluded seven-phase elections.

Punters in Rajasthan are betting 242-245 seats for the saffron party out of total 543, while the betting hub in Delhi sees the BJP winning 238-241 seats, same as punters in Mumbai.

In the 2014 elections, the BJP had won 282 seats on its own while the total tally of the party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) was 336 seats.

While most pollsters and satta bazars earlier discounted a Modi wave in the current election, they have given spectacular numbers to the BJP. This has left opposition parties and many experts surprised.

While most exit polls have predicted near-majority for the BJP on its own, the satta bazars’ calculations remain lower. It, however, expects a clear majority for the NDA and sees Narendra Modi as Prime Minister for the second term.

The Times Now-VMR exit poll has predicted 252 seats for the BJP with the NDA getting 306. It expects the main opposition Congress to win 78 seats while the UPA clocks up 132. A poll by IANS-CVoter predicts 236 seats for BJP, quite closer to the expectations of the satta bazar.

The satta bazar hopes for Congress to win 75-82 seats.

Today’s Chanakya exit poll has predicted a landslide victory for the NDA. According to the survey, the BJP is projected to win a total of 340 seats. It has predicted that UPA may win 70 seats.

The poll of polls, average of various exit polls, puts NDA tally at 312, while UPA is likely to get 110 seats and others scoring 98.

NDA 302, UPA 122, predicts NDTV’s poll of polls

19 May 2019

Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi. (File Photo: IANS)

New Delhi (IANS): The poll of polls of exit polls done by NDTV predicted 302 seats for the BJP-led NDA, 122 for the Congress-led UPA and 118 for “non-aligned” parties.

The poll of polls predicted BJP making major gains in Odisha and West Bengal, two states where it has been relatively weak but where it put a lot of effort to gain ground.

It predicted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will win 10 seats in Odisha and 14 in West Bengal. Odisha’s ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD), it said, was likely to win 10 seats while West Bengal’s ruling Trinamool Congress was predicted to win 26 seats.

However, it predicted that the BJP-led NDA will suffer losses in Uttar Pradesh and will get 49 seats compared to 73 seats it won in 2014. The grand alliance of the Bahujan Samaj Party, the Samajwadi Party and the Rashtriya Lok Dal was poised to win 29 seats in the state while the Congress was likely to win only two seats.

In Bihar, it predicted that the ruling NDA will sweep the polls winning 32 seats, while eight will be won by the Grand Alliance that includes the Rashtriya Janata Dal, Congress and other parties.

The BJP-Shiv Sena combine was predicted to suffer some losses in Maharashtra where its tally is expected to come down from its 2014 tally of 42 to 36. The Congress-NCP combine, it said, was likely to win 11 seats in the state.

The poll of polls predicted significant gains for the DMK-led front in Tamil Nadu, predicting that it will win 27 seats compared to 11 by the AIADMK-led front that includes the BJP.

It predicted that the Congress-led UDF was poised to win 14 seats in Kerala while five seats would be won by the ruling LDF and one by the BJP.

It predicted the BJP retaining its dominance in Gujarat, Rajasthan (it won all seats in the two states 2014) and Madhya Pradesh. The poll of polls projected that BJP is likely to win 24 seats in Madhya Pradesh, 23 in Gujarat and 22 in Rajasthan. The Congress is expected to win five in Madhya Pradesh and three each in Gujarat and Rajasthan, the poll of polls said.

In Andhra Pradesh, it said that the Telugu Desam Party was poised to win 10 seats and the YSR Congress 15.

In Chhattisgarh, it predicted that the BJP was poised to win six seats compared to five by the Congress.

The poll of polls predicted the BJP almost repeating its performance in Haryana and Karnataka. It predicted eight seats out of 10 seats for BJP in Haryana and 19 in Karnataka and two and nine respectively for the Congress in the two states.

The poll of polls said that the ruling TRS was likely to win 14 seats in Telangana, while two seats could be won by the Congress and one by the BJP.

It predicted that Congress would win eight seats in Punjab and the SAD-BJP combine will win four and the AAP one.

In Jharkhand, the tally is likely to be eight for the NDA and five for opposition alliance that includes the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and the Congress.

In Delhi, the poll of polls predicted six seats for the BJP and one for the Congress.

South Asian pedestrian dies after being struck mid-block on East 57th Avenue in Vancouver

18 May 2019

(This is an updated story)

VANCOUVER Police are investigating a collision between a car and a South Asian pedestrian that has claimed the life of a 38-year-old Vancouver man.

Just after 7 p.m. on Saturday evening, a pedestrian was walking north, crossing East 57th Avenue mid-block near Prince Edward Street when a grey Honda Civic driving west struck the pedestrian.

The pedestrian sustained serious injuries and later died in hospital. The driver of the Honda remained on scene and is cooperating with investigators. Alcohol does not appear to be a factor.

East 57th Avenue was closed in both directions between Fraser Street and St. George Street for many hours.

Community members say the victim was only about 30 years old and had come to Canada just three years ago. He has some young kids.

Anyone with information about this collision, including dash-cam video, is asked to call the VPD’S Collision Investigation Unit at 604-717-3012.

SPORTING KANSAS CITY 1 – VANCOUVER WHITECAPS FC 1

18 May 2019

Derek Cornelius stuns Sporting KC with late-game equalizer

KANSAS CITY, KS – Derek Cornelius scored the equalizer in added time to earn Vancouver Whitecaps FC a wild 1-1 road draw versus Sporting Kansas City in a battle of attrition at Children’s Mercy Park on Saturday evening.

Sporting KC were closing in on the full three points in a match that finished with 10 men on each side, but the young Canadian international’s left-footed volley split the spoils between the two clubs.

SKC goalscorer Krisztián Németh was sent off on a straight red card in the 51st minute after a tackle that took out Felipe Martins with a right ankle injury. ‘Caps centre back Doneil Henry limped off the pitch just over 20 minutes later, suffering a left hamstring on a crucial tackle against Johnny Russell, which happened moments after the ‘Caps had used up all three substitutions.

Whitecaps FC, who entered the evening already without Lass Bangoura, Jon Erice, and Yordy Reyna due to injury, looked comfortable to start. Maxime Crépeau continued his recent form, collecting three early saves, and Fredy Montero and Andy Rose threatened with a pair of headers in the first half.

However, it was the home side who would open the scoring in the 37th minute. Benny Feilhaber, who was making his first home appearance since being reacquired by SKC earlier this month, broke up a ‘Caps possession at midfield and sprung Russell on a breakaway. Crépeau stopped the initial shot, but Németh was there to clean it up for the 1-0 lead.

The ‘Caps looked to take advantage after Németh was ejected, but Sporting KC held firm and were in prime position for the victory after the match went back to even-strength with the Henry injury. Cornelius, who came on as a halftime substitute, had other plans, providing the late-match stunner off an Ali Adnan cross. The equalizer gave the 21-year old centre back his first MLS goal.

Whitecaps FC will look to rest and recover quickly as they continue their road trip on Wednesday when they visit New York Red Bulls. Kickoff at Red Bull Arena is at 5 p.m. PT – TV: TSN, RADIO: TSN 1040.

MATCH DETAILS

WFC Man of the Match: Derek Cornelius
Referee: Tim Ford
Attendance: 18,691

Scoring Summary
37’ – SKC – Krisztián Németh
90’+4’ – VAN – Derek Cornelius (Ali Adnan)

Statistics
Possession: SKC 46.1% – VAN 53.9%
Shots: SKC 15 – VAN 11
Shots on Goal: SKC 7 – VAN 3
Saves: SKC 2 – VAN 6
Fouls: SKC 12 – VAN 8
Offsides: SKC 1 – VAN 1
Corners: SKC 3 – VAN 3

Cautions
8’ – VAN – Felipe Martins
56’ – VAN – Inbeom Hwang
62’ – SKC – Kelyn Rowe
87’ – SKC – Tim Melia
90’+5’ – VAN – Lucas Venuto

Ejection
51’ – SKC – Krisztián Németh

Sporting Kansas City
29.Tim Melia; 14.Nicolas Hasler, 2.Botond Baráth, 5.Matt Besler©, 15.Seth Sinovic; 30.Benny Feilhaber, 6.Ilie Sánchez, 21.Felipe Gutiérrez; 7.Johnny Russell (10.Yohan Croizet 82’), 9.Krisztián Németh, 11.Kelyn Rowe (24.Gedion Zelalem 90’+2’)

Substitutes not used
1.Adrián Zendejas, 16.Graham Smith, 96.Wilson Harris

Vancouver Whitecaps FC
16.Maxime Crépeau; 28.Jake Nerwinski (9.Joaquín Ardaiz 72’), 22.Érik Godoy, 2.Doneil Henry, 53.Ali Adnan; 15.Andy Rose, 8.Felipe Martins (4.Inbeom Hwang 53’), 31.Russell Teibert; 7.Lucas Venuto, 12.Fredy Montero ©, 94.Victor “PC” Giro (13.Derek Cornelius HT)

Substitutes not used
18.Zac MacMath, 23.Scott Sutter, 46.Brett Levis, 50.Theo Bair

Woman and youth dead of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning near Salmon Arm campground

18 May 2019

ON Saturday (May 18), just after 10 a.m., the Salmon RCMP responded to a complaint at a private campground just outside Salmon Arm of two persons in medical distress.

Police located a dead adult female, and a group of persons performing first aid on a youth.

Through investigation it was determined that the pair had been camping in a tent and gone to bed at approximately midnight. In the tent investigators located a cooking pot with wood ash in it that is believed to have been used as source of heat. Based on the evidence gathered, it appears that both tent occupants may have been overcome by carbon monoxide from the wood burning, according to police.

BC Air Ambulance transported the youth, who was in serious condition, to a hospital. Victim Services was contacted to offer assistance and support.

The BC Coroners Service was contacted and is in the early stages of its fact-finding investigation.

Trudeau urges Sri Lanka to work toward accountability, justice, peace, reconciliation

18 May 2019

xx PM JUSTIN TRUDEAU — Justin Trudeau PMO photo

PRIME Minister Justin Trudeau on Saturday in a statement on the anniversary of the end of the armed conflict in Sri Lanka said: “I reiterate my call to the Government of Sri Lanka to fulfill its international and domestic commitments to establish a meaningful accountability process that has the trust and confidence of the survivors. Canada continues to offer its full support to the Government of Sri Lanka and all those working toward accountability, justice, peace, and reconciliation on the island.”

He said: “Today marks the 10th anniversary of the end of the armed conflict in Sri Lanka. Over 26 years of war, including during the last phase of the war in Mullivaikal in 2009, tens of thousands of people were killed and hundreds of thousands more displaced and disappeared, leaving lasting wounds in communities across the country.

“Over the past decade, I have met many Tamil-Canadians personally affected by the war. Their stories – of incalculable loss, tremendous adversity, and continued resilience – serve as a stark reminder of the long road ahead to peace and reconciliation.”

Colombo, April 21, 2019 (Xinhua) — Security staff stand on guard outside the St. Anthony’s Church where a blast took place in Colombo, Sri Lanka, April 21, 2019.

Trudeau added: “On behalf of the Government of Canada, I extend my deepest sympathies to Tamil-Canadians, and to all those who suffered and lost loved ones during the war. We also pause to remember the many people in Sri Lanka and around the world affected by the devastating terrorist attacks on hotels and churches on Easter Sunday. We will always stand against such acts of hate, and work to make sure everyone can practice their faith in freedom.

“Today, I invite all Canadians to recognize the many contributions that Tamil-Canadians have made to our country and the adversity they have overcome.”

Four injured in single motor vehicle collision in Surrey

18 May 2019

ON Saturday (May 18), at approximately 12:35 a.m., Surrey RCMP responded to a report of a single vehicle motor vehicle collision at the intersection of 78th Avenue at 122nd Street where a black Jeep had sustained heavy damage.

Three individuals, two males and a female, were transported to hospital in serious condition. A fourth individual, a male, was transported to hospital in non-serious condition. All persons transported to hospital were in their late teens or early twenties.

Two individuals fled the scene on foot and have since been identified. No arrests have been made at this time and the investigation is ongoing. Investigators are working to determine what factors lead to the collision and nothing has been ruled out at this time. No road closures remain in effect due to this collision.

The Surrey RCMP Criminal Collision Investigation Team has conduct of this investigation.

Anyone with more information, including dash-cam footage, is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 and quote file# 2019-71536.

If you wish to make an anonymous report, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or www.solvecrime.ca.

B.C. EVENTS: For the week of Saturday, May 18

17 May 2019

(These are FREE listings. Submit your event / announcement at EditorVoice@gmail.com)

Note: Please do not send posters and pdf’s. Just type out the event details in a simple format in your emails or they may not be accepted.

Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair

The 73^rdannual Cloverdale Rodeo and 131^stannual Country Fair returns to the Cloverdale Exhibition Grounds May 17-20. Rodeo fans and visitors alike will be treated yet again to world-class entertainment and fun. Cowboys and Cowgirls from Canada and around the world are getting ready to compete for large cash prizes at The Cloverdale Invitational Rodeo, which features four rough stock rodeo events: Bareback, Saddle Bronc, Bull Riding, and Ladies Barrel Racing. Furthermore, Cloverdale’s youngest athletes will get their chance to compete when Mutton Bustin’ takes centre stage during all five Rodeo performances, happening all-weekend long. For more information including event schedules, a rodeo competitors list, featured attractions and to purchase tickets, visit: www.cloverdalerodeo.com.

South Asian Seniors: Bingo

Vedic Seniors Parivar Center of Vedic Hindu Cultural Society Surrey invites South Asian adults / senior members as well as non-members to come and play bingo for the sake of entertainment and make some new friends on Sunday, May 19, 2-3:30 p.m., at Shanti Niketan Hall, 8321 140th Street, Surrey. Bring only two dollars to play two games. Members will explain the game to you. Tea and light snacks will be served. Contact Surendra Handa, Coordinator, at 604-507-9945 for further information.

Pakistan-Canada Association

Iftar at Vancouver Jamia Masjid – 655. West 8th Avenue, Vancouver. Iftar is served every night of Ramadan at Vancouver Jamia Masjid. If you would like to sponsor an Iftar, contact Haroon Khan at 604-720-8054. * Ramadan Spirit Campaign – Saturday, May 25: For close to a decade Pakistan-Canada Association has been providing meals to the homeless of the Downtown Eastside in Vancouver. This year’s event is taking place on May 25 between Asr and Maghrib at the corner of Main and Hastings. We are always looking for volunteers to help serve meals and for kind donors to provide food for this event. If you would like to donate or volunteer, contact Haroon Khan at 604-720-8054.

Walk For Drugs and Gangs Free Surrey

PICS Society is organizing a “Walk For Drugs and Gangs Free Surrey” from the Surrey City Hall to Holland Park on Saturday, May 18, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Route: Surrey City Hall – Central Avenue – University Drive – Holland Park. Duration of walk: 30 minutes. This is an excellent opportunity to bring together families, educators, and community partners. As part of the agenda for this year’s walk, we are focusing on highlighting the stories of the individuals and families affected by drug and gang violence.

Indians Abroad for Pluralist India

Indians Abroad for Pluralist India invites everyone to come to honour human rights defender from India, Deepika Singh Rajawat, on Saturday, May 18 at Room 120, City Centre Library, Surrey, between 2-4 p.m. Rajawat stepped forward to help the family of eight-year-old Asifa Bano, a Muslim nomad girl who was raped and murdered in Jammu and Kashmir in January 2018 by Hindus. She will be honoured at the event where she is coming to give a keynote address on the current situation in India under the rightwing Hindu nationalist Bhartiya Janata Party government. For more information, call Gurpreet Singh at 778-862-2454 or Parshotam Dosanjh at 604-512-8371.

Hindu Temple Burnaby: Food Thy Medicine

The next Seniors Medical Seminar is scheduled for Sunday, May 19 at 1:30 p.m., after lunch, at the Hindu Temple Burnaby, on the Second Floor Hall. Topic: Food Thy Medicine – Prescription From Your Doctor For Health. Presenter: Dr. Arun K. Garg. Assisted by Dr. Saroj Kumar and Aven Sidhu of Fraser Health, South Asian Health Research. * Seniors’ Birthday: Those seniors who were born in the month of May should contact the Temple and there will be a celebration. After the event, snacks and tea will be served in the dining hall downstairs. Seniors Social & Support Centre, Hindu Temple Burnaby (Phone: 604-649-6619). For further information contact any of the following: Vikas Gautam: 604-377-0307; Vanita Puri: 604-861-9088; Roshan Kochhar: 604-253-4191.

SAFE Anti-Gang Town Hall and Fair

Date: Wednesday, May 22. Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Location: Surrey Sport & Leisure Complex, Multi-Purpose Rooms. Ken Hardie, MP for Fleetwood-Port Kells, will be available at this time for comment on how families can get connected to programs to help prevent youth gang violence.

Indian Summer’s Annual Dinner

Indian Summer’s annual Dinner by Starlight gala fundraiser: This year’s guest of honour is renowned geostrategist and bestselling author Dr. Parag Khanna. The evening’s theme will be “The Future is Asian,” in honour of Dr. Khanna’s just-released book of the same name. Date: Saturday, May 25. Location: Fairmont Waterfront Hotel, 999 Canada Place. Time: 7-11:30 p.m. Event website: www.indiansummerfest.ca, or specifically https://www.indiansummerfest.ca/event/dinner-by-starlight-the-future-is-asian/ The evening’s meal is curated by celebrated chefs Vikram Vij and Karan Suri. Creating an exquisite, one-time only meal, reflecting the theme “The Future is Asian” – with Indian sushi, Thai-style Mulligatawny (it’s like a soup), and rosewater macarons.

Surrey Libraries

Active Mt. Meager Presentation on Saturday, May 25, 2-3:30 p.m. at Semiahmoo Branch, 1815 152nd Street, Surrey, in Meeting Room. Canada has active volcanos. Mt. Meager is Canada’s Mt. St. Helens, located 160 km NW of Vancouver. It erupted 2,430 years ago and is currently emitting gas through its ice-capped summit. Join us for a presentation by SFU Professor Glyn William-Jones. Suitable for ages 8 and older. Children under 10 with caregiver. Phone: 604-592-6908. Drop in.

BC Bereavement Helpline

Event in support of National Victims & Survivors of Crime week (May 26 – June 1). “The Power of Collaboration – Helping Victims & Survivors of Crime” is supported by Moving Forward Family Services, Valley View Funeral Home, the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) and through funding from the Department of Justice. Date: Thursday, May 30. Time: 5-9 p.m. Location: Taj Park, 8580 132nd Street, Surrey. Dinner, educational presentations and information booths on the services, assistance and laws in place to help victims, survivors and their families will be provided. Up to 30-40 community organizations will be represented at this event. Presenters: Gary Thandi of the Moving Forward Family Services counseling organization – speaking on Trauma-Informed Care; Jasmine Bhambra – Jasmine lost her sister to homicide. She will talk about her grieving process, what she tried and what worked; Dr. Alana Abramson, Department. of Criminology, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Board of Directors – BC Bereavement Helpline – speaking on Restorative Justice.

South Asian Family Association (SAFA)

SAFA presents Annual Mother & Daughter event on Thursday, May 30 at the Fraserview Banquet Hall, 8240 Fraser Street, Vancouver. Door opens at 6 p.m. Tickets are $30 per adult and $25 per child 5-18 years. Free for children under 5 years. This is ladies only event. Bring your mom or daughter and experience a night of food, dance and shopping. There will be prizes for the best mother & daughter dance, best song / poem and best traditionally dressed person. There will be a variety of vendors showcasing their products and services. Tickets are available by calling 778-688-3996 or 604-321-4366. In Vancouver, tickets can be purchased at the New Vision Hair Design at 6683 Fraser Street, Grace Beauty Salon at 6692 Main Street or Clique Boutique 1505 West 66th Avenue, Vancouver.

2nd Annual Women’s Wellness Day

An Evening with Dr. Pushpa Chandra on Friday, May 31, 5-9 p.m., at Fry’s Corner Beestro, 7480 176^th Street (by Fraser Highway), Surrey. She has run over 500 marathons and ultra-marathons, and is one of only 18 women in the world who is a ‘North Pole Grand Slammer’- one who has run marathons or longer races on all seven continents plus the North Pole. Check out full details and how you can reserve your seat at www.facebook.com/3EOrganization/ Cost: $20 per person (includes refreshments).

Surrey Walk to End ALS

The Walk to End ALS is the largest volunteer-led fundraiser for ALS Societies across Canada. Family-friendly and fun, it unites Canadians in their desire to put an end to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. This event shows support for the 3,000 Canadians and their families living with the disease; 400 of which are living in British Columbia. Among the 15 walks taking place across BC is the Surrey Walk. Date: Saturday, June 15. Location: Bear Creek Park. Registration: 11 a.m.| Walk start: 12:30 p.m.

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