Hashim Khan, 22, of Milton and Muhammad Daniyal Khan, 20, of Brampton, arrested and charged
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PEEL Regional Police investigators from its Major Collision Bureau are seeking the public’s assistance in relation to a fatal vehicle collision in the City of Mississauga.
On Monday, February 5, at approximately 11 p.m. a group of seven young people left a Mississauga restaurant in two separate vehicles. The two vehicles, a Mitsubishi Eclipse and a Ford Fusion, travelled westbound at a high rate of speed on Eglinton Avenue East, and came into slight contact with each other as they approached Mavis Road.
The Mitsubishi Eclipse lost control and slid into a traffic light pole at the intersection. Rabab Arshad, a 19 year-old female, was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene.
Another occupant of the vehicle was transported to a trauma centre with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The driver was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Hashim Khan, a 22 year-old male of Milton, and Muhammad Daniyal Khan, a 20 year-old of Brampton, were arrested and charged with criminal negligence cause death, criminal negligence cause bodily harm, criminal negligence cause death by street racing, criminal negligence cause bodily harm by street racing, dangerous driving causing death, dangerous driving causing bodily harm, dangerous driving causing death by street racing, and dangerous driving causing bodily harm by street racing.
The two drivers appeared at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton on Tuesday, February 6 for a bail hearing.
Investigators are appealing for witnesses who may have seen the collision, have video footage of the incident or who may have information regarding the actions of the drivers involved prior to the collision.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators with the Major Collision Bureau at (905) 453-2121, ext. 3710. Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or by visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca or by sending a text message to CRIMES (274637) with the word ‘PEEL’ and then your tip.
Police said that aggressive driving and high speed pose a great risk to the public. In the past 60 days, officers with Road Safety Services have charged 34 people with stunt driving by speeding in excess of 50 km/h over the posted speed limit. If you have information on aggressive driving, contact police.
STUDENTS at North Delta Secondary School will get the chance to learn about how they can promote healthy relationships and create respectful school environments when BC Lions visit the school on February 13.
The school will be hosting the BC Lions “Be More Than a Bystander Program” that day. The program is brought to the high school thanks to a partnership with the Delta Opposed Violence Everywhere Committee. Delta Police Victim Services and Domestic Violence Units are part of the DOVE Committee, as is the Delta School District.
The Be More Than A Bystander program is intended for youths in grades 8-12, and emphasizes how students can communicate that violence and abuse are not acceptable.
“A key point of focus for Delta School District is the creation and support of safe, respectful learning spaces for all students. The Be More Than a Bystander Campaign is an exciting initiative that we hope will engage students in awareness about breaking the silence surrounding violence against women and girls. The program provides tools, language, and practical ideas about how to speak up and communicate that violence and abuse is not acceptable,” says Joanna Angelidis, Director of Learning Services–Inclusive Learning with Delta School District.
Sports icons from the BC Lions will be speaking about leadership on and off the field. Students will be provided an overview of gender violence in our society, and introduced to the bystander approach.
“The DOVE Committee members will be in attendance during the presentations, providing information, resources and support to students around the topic of violence in relationships and bullying,” says Cris Leykauf, public affairs coordinator for Delta Police Department.
Adds Angelidis, “We are so pleased that the BC Lions and Delta Police, in collaboration with the DOVE Committee, are able to bring this important messaging to NDSS, we look forward to continuing this work and engaging with schools across our district.”
There will be two presentations at NDSS on Tuesday, February 13, from 9:20-11:40 a.m. All grades will have a chance to view the presentation.
CONGRESS leader Jagdish Tytler said on Tuesday that he would file a case against Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) President and SAD leader Manjit Singh GK for circulating what he claimed was a “doctored” video in which Tytler purportedly admitted killing 100 Sikhs during the 1984 riots, said the Tribune newspaper of India.
In a statement, Tytler said: “I am extremely pained and distressed to learn about the morphed and doctored video circulated by certain political opponents to malign my reputation. I am seeking legal advice and would soon be filing a criminal case to investigate the conspiracy and bring to book all those responsible for making/creating/circulating/transmitting the video.”
PTI from New Delhi had reported that the BJP on Monday filed a complaint with the Delhi Police against Tytler in connection with the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
BJP national secretary R P Singh met the Additional Police Commissioner, New Delhi, and filed a complaint which was based on purported video clips concerning the Congress leader.
The video clips were released in a press conference by Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Management Committee president Manjit Singh GK.
While the PTI didn’t say what the video clips were all about, the Tribune newspaper reported that GK alleged: “In clip 1, Tytler expressed remorse over not being able to recover Rs 150 crore [Rs 1.5 billion] from his friends. In clip 2, he stated that his son was in a company which had accounts in Swiss bank. In clip 3, he clearly said he had killed 100 Sikhs and had lost faith in Manmohan Singh. Clip 4 contains videos where Tytler boasts of The Tribune said that GK claimed that an unknown man had handed over a white envelope, addressed to him, to his security guards on February 3. He said he found some documents and a pen drive in the envelope. The documents included the script of five videos recorded on December 8, 2011, he alleged.
ON Wednesday, the Akali Dal raised the matter in India’s Rajya Sabha. Despite objections by Congress leader Anand Sharma that rules were being violated, Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu allowed Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa to speak on the CD, Indian media reported. Taking the plea that the matter was sub judice and hence could not be discussed in the House, Sharma objected to raising the issue.
“This is a serious, emotional issue. I have allowed them to raise it in the House,” Naidu said, rejecting his objections.The reference to a particular person (Tyler) and to former prime minister (Rajiv Gandhi) will, however, not be on record, Naidu said as Dhindsa went on to elaborate about the “confessional CD” of Tytler aired on TV channels and reported in the papers. Congress leaders demanded a discussion on the issue, which was also rejected by Naidu.
ON Monday (February 5), at 8:16 p.m., a member of the Port Mann RCMP Traffic Services pulled over a vehicle westbound on Highway 1 for travelling at excessive speed in the HOV lane.
While completing the paper work associated to the traffic stop, one of the occupants, believed to be the driver, got out of the vehicle, hopped over the concrete divider barrier and ran in front of eastbound traffic where he was struck by a vehicle. The driver of the vehicle that hit the man was not injured in the incident.
Emergency Health Services (EHS) attended the scene and provided medical assistance to the man who was transported to local hospital shortly thereafter. The 17-year-old male remains in hospital in serious condition.
The Integrated Collision and Reconstruction Service (ICARS) attended the scene to assist in the investigation of the motor vehicle incident. An eastbound portion of Highway 1, between Brunette and the Port Mann Bridge was closed until shortly after midnight.
Anyone who witnessed the collision and who has yet to speak to police is asked to contact Port Mann RCMP Traffic Services at 604-526-9744.
The Independent Investigations Office (IIO) of British Columbia has been contacted and they are now investigating to see if there is any link between police action and the man’s injuries. As the matter is now under investigation by the IIO BC, no further information will be released by police at this time. Anyone who witnessed this incident is asked to contact the IIO BC at 1-855-446-8477.
THE Vancouver Park Board and Vancouver Police Department are piloting a recognition and incentive program called Positive Ticket because they say good deeds shouldn’t go unnoticed.
Park Board Community Youth Workers, VPD School Liaison Officers and Youth Services Officers will be handing out tickets to young people as a reward for good behavior such as returning a lost wallet, being a positive role model for a friend, or creating an inclusive space by inviting youth to join in a sport.
Each ticket is redeemable for four free drop-in visits to Park Board pools and rinks (skate rentals included) and participating fitness centres. Tickets are transferrable so recipients can bring a friend or family member.
“The Positive Ticket program is a way to engage and recognize youth with free passes to community centres where they can work out, make social connections and find a safe and supportive environment,” said Park Board Chair Stuart Mackinnon.
The goal of the Positive Ticket program is to empower and value young people, build positive relationships with youth, create positive changes in behavior, recognize contributions to the community and welcome youth at Park Board facilities as valued participants.
“We don’t always realize how big of an impact we have on the young people we interact with until we see them years later: resilient, well-adjusted and contributing positively to the community,” said Park Board community youth leader Gogo Lalli.
The VPD has partnered with Park Board in the program as a way to enhance trust and deepen positive relationships with Vancouver youth.
“This program will provide our officers with opportunities to break the ice with youth who may otherwise not be interested in speaking with the police. It’s nice to be able to encourage positive behavior with complimentary access to fitness centres, pools and rinks” said VPD school liaison officer Constable Julie Birtch.
The Positive Ticket pilot program will run until July 31, when it will be evaluated. Variations of this program have been established in communities such as Richmond, Kelowna, Calgary and Toronto.
More information about Positive Ticket and participating pools, rinks and fitness centres can be found at vancouver.ca/positive-ticket
GREEN Party Leader Andrew Weaver on Tuesday said that he is encouraged that the government is putting British Columbians’ health outcomes at the centre of its ICBC policy changes.
Weaver said: “These changes mean that a larger share of our public insurance funds will go directly towards helping British Columbians who suffer accidents recover from their injuries.
“A successful, affordable public insurance system requires government to act in the best interests of the people who participate in it. The B.C. Liberals betrayed the trust of British Columbians when they pillaged ICBC’s capital reserves, and ignored and concealed the evidence-based recommendations put forth by their own consultants. The mess left behind by the Liberals’ reckless fiscal mismanagement necessitates major changes, and I’m glad that the current government is taking this seriously.
“I look forward to seeing the proposed changes to the rate structures, but am encouraged that the Attorney General has signaled a move towards a fairer model that rewards good drivers while ensuring bad drivers pay their fair share based on risk.”
THE British Columbia government is directing changes for the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) to bring about an end to its financial crisis, while keeping rates affordable for B.C. drivers, Attorney General David Eby announced on Tuesday.
“ICBC was created to provide affordable insurance to all B.C. drivers, but years of reckless decisions by the previous government have thrown the corporation into financial chaos,” Eby said. “Today we start making the tough decisions that will stem ICBC’s losses, keep insurance affordable and provide enhanced care for people injured in automobile accidents. We’re going to make ICBC work for people again.”
He said the changes come in the wake of multiple revelations about decisions and inaction by the previous government, leading to ICBC projecting a 2017-2018 net loss of $1.3 billion. B.C. drivers could face premium increases averaging $400 or more, if no action is taken.
“For too long, difficult decisions have been put off and growing financial problems at ICBC hidden from the public. The changes we’re initiating today will reduce ICBC’s claims costs by more than $1 billion every year, helping make it sustainable for decades to come,” Eby said.
Taking effect April 1, 2019, the changes include:
A new limit of $5,500 on pain and suffering for minor injury claims. The cost of those claims has increased 265% since 2000. British Columbia is the last province in Canada to take this kind of action.
The first major improvements in accident benefits in 25 years, dramatically increasing the care available for anyone injured in a crash, regardless of fault. The overall medical care and recovery cost allowance will be doubled to $300,000. This change will be made retroactive to January 1, 2018, so it will effectively be in place to protect injured drivers and passengers immediately. (See more on this benefit below.)
An independent dispute resolution process for certain motor vehicle injury claims.
Together, these changes will reduce the amount ICBC spends on legal fees and expenses, which have grown to consume 24% of ICBC’s budget. The savings from this change, when coupled with other planned initiatives, will restore ICBC to financial sustainability and finance the planned accident benefit improvements.
Disputes over certain motor vehicle injury claims, including the classification of an injury, will be adjudicated by B.C.’s Civil Resolution Tribunal, an independent body that already adjudicates strata and small claims disputes in the province.
“We’re putting ICBC’s priority back where it should be — providing fair, affordable rates for British Columbians, and giving drivers peace of mind with appropriate care if they are in a collision,” Eby said.
Eby also announced that ICBC will be consulting with customers on major revisions to the corporation’s rate structure with the goal of ensuring good drivers pay less, and bad drivers pay more. The consultation will ensure rate structure changes are responsive to the interests of British Columbians and done with full transparency.
“British Columbians can no longer afford to keep paying more and more for their auto insurance every year, and this is the decisive and immediate action which is needed to relieve the pressure on ICBC’s rates,” said Joy MacPhail, Chair, ICBC board of directors. “These changes make the injured customer our top priority, by redirecting payments away from legal costs into significantly enhancing the care and treatments for anyone who is injured in a crash.”
“Unbelievably, accident benefits haven’t been increased since 1991,” said Giovanna Boniface, national director of professional affairs for the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. “B.C. occupational therapists have been helping injured drivers return to activities of daily living for decades and have seen declines in access to vital and necessary treatments for years. By raising the amount covered, and expanding the variety of treatments that are eligible, these changes will allow more people to have access to the treatment and adaptive equipment they need, thereby fostering quicker recovery and return to meaningful daily activities.”
“Disability Alliance BC has been advocating for improvements to accident benefits for 12 years,” said Jane Dyson, the DABC’s Executive Director. “The doubling of the overall allowance for medical care and recovery is a significant improvement. We welcome these long-overdue changes that will mean that people who are catastrophically injured in motor vehicle accidents have better supports available to help them rebuild their lives. Moving forward, DABC looks forward to continued dialogue with ICBC and government to help ensure that British Columbians accessing accident benefits receive the treatment and financial support they need.”
Accident benefit details:
Doubling the lifetime allowance for medical care and recovery costs for those catastrophically injured in a car accident from $150,000 to $300,000. Legislation will be introduced with the intention of making this benefit retroactive to January 1, 2018, in order to start immediately helping seriously injured British Columbians.
Covering a greater variety of treatment services.
Significantly increasing the amount covered for treatments, so customers don’t have to pay out-of-pocket.
More than doubling wage loss payments to $740 per week, almost doubling home support benefits to $280 per week, tripling funeral cost coverage to $7,500, and increasing death benefits to $30,000.
Quick Facts:
Injury claims totalled $2.7 billion in 2016, an increase of 80% in the last seven years.
The average claim paid out for minor injuries has risen from $8,200 in the year 2000 to $30,038 in 2016, an increase of 265%.
At the same time, the average pain and suffering awards paid out for minor injuries have risen from $5,004 in 2000 to more than $16,499 in 2016.
Vehicle damage claims costs have increased 30% in just two years, to a total of $1.5 billion in 2016 alone.
Use of the CRT for minor injury dispute resolution means claimants who don’t use a lawyer will get to keep their entire settlement, rather than paying a portion of it to lawyer fees.
The use of the CRT for these disputes will also reduce ICBC’s legal costs, which account for 24% of the corporation’s total annual costs. These costs are greater than the cost of running ICBC.
IN April 2016, there were four shootings in Surrey in four days – from April 2 to April 5 – at which stage the city had registered 32 shootings that year with nine males being injured and one killed.
The shooting on April 4 almost got an innocent man killed because of mistaken identity.
The innocent man suffered a gunshot wound in the Newton area at 86A Avenue and 140th Street in broad daylight. Surrey RCMP said that at about 1:55 p.m., they responded to several reports of shots being fired in the area. The wounded male was taken to a local hospital with what were believed to be non-life threatening injuries.
This week, B.C. Supreme Court Justice Paul Pearlman found Saeed Mobeen Rana was one of three men who had opened fire on the innocent 19-year-old student that day who was headed to his university from home. The victim’s name is under a publication ban.
The student told the court that he had pulled over his father’s black BMW that he was driving to the side of the road when, a short time later, a black SUV pulled up beside him. He saw a gun pointing at him as the front and rear passenger windows were rolled down.
Multiple shots were fired at him. He ducked but was struck in the thigh. The SUV drove away.
Police found 16 bullet holes in the BMW. Another two bullet holes were found in the fences of homes.
Rana, who was convicted on Monday of attempted murder, possessing a loaded, restricted firearm and occupying a vehicle in which there was a gun, was at the time one of the leaders of a drug trafficking group that was in conflict with another group of dealers, according to the Crown.
The day before that shooting, a vehicle associated with Rana had been targeted by the rival group.
(On April 3, 2016, at 5:45 p.m., there was a shooting at the corner of 88th Avenue and 132nd Street in Surrey. Police said that investigation showed that when two vehicles were at the intersection on a red light, the suspect vehicle had stopped in a turn bay while the victim vehicle was in the second lane next to the turn lane. Multiple shots were fired into the victim vehicle. The suspect vehicle was described as an SUV and the victim vehicle as a car. No injuries were reported.)
Crown told the court that Rana’s group arranged a meeting with their rival group, supposedly to arrange the sale of drugs. However, the actual goal was to take revenge and ambush them.
Although the defence argued that the Crown had not proven its case beyond a reasonable doubt and questioned the accounts of the two key witnesses for the Crown, the judge found that the witnesses had not colluded in their testimony. He noted that one of the witnesses recognized that his best interests lay in giving an accurate account of the events.
The judge said that he was satisfied that the witness was being truthful when he identified Rana as an occupant of the van and one of the shooters. He found that Rana had fired five of the shots at the victim’s vehicle.
Last November, John Stanley Cullen was sentenced to 10 years in prison in the same case after he pleaded guilty to attempted murder.
Rana’s sentencing hearing is scheduled for April 6.
ON Monday, at approximately 1 p.m., a citizen located what appeared to be human bones in a field in the 1600-block of Riverside Road.
Abbotsford Police Patrol officers, Forensic Identification members, Major Crime detectives and BC Coroner Services attended the scene.
Abbbotsford Police are in the earliest stages of this investigation. Additional information will be available as further forensic work is completed and the investigation progresses, police said.
Anyone with information about this incident should call the Abbotsford Police Department at 604-859-5225, text APD at 222973 (abbypd), or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
THE World Sikh Organization of Canada on Monday callled for a full and thorough investigation into the recently released recordings of Indian political leader Jagdish Tytler. Tytler, who is accused of having orchestrated the 1984 Sikh massacre can be heard in the recordings referring to the killing of 100 Sikhs.
The Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) released video clips and transcripts of senior Congress leader Jagdish Tytler on Monday in which he is reported gto have admitted to killing 100 Sikhs during the 1984 Sikh massacre. A total of five video clips from 2011 were recently given to DSGMC President Manjit Singh GK. In the clips, Tytler also allegedly boasts of having himself appointed judges and having accounts in a Swiss bank.
Tytler, who was named by the Indian Government’s Nanavati Commission as “very probably” being an organizer of the massacres, has never been tried in a court of law. Just last week, Tytler told Indian media that then-Indian Prime Minister, Rajiv Gandhi, personally travelled with him to areas in Delhi where Sikhs were being brutally massacred.
Last month, the Supreme Court of India ordered a Special Investigation Team to submit a status report on 186 cases related to the 1984 Sikh massacre. Since 1984, there have been 11 commissions formed to investigate the massacres however those organized of orchestrating the killings, including Congress Party leaders Sajjan Kumar, Jagdish Tytler and Kamal Nath, have never been prosecuted.
WSO President Mukhbir Singh said: “The video clips released by the DSGMC must be fully investigated and if they establish that Jagdish Tytler has admitted his role in the killing of 100 Sikhs, he must immediately be arrested. After more than 33 years, the Sikh community continues to await justice for the Sikh Genocide of 1984. Most of the perpetrators and all of the organizers have escaped justice for far too long. The Government of India must immediately take steps to punish the guilty and deliver justice to the victims.”
