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By Mike Vanden Bosch

Charges laid

43-year-old man, Jaswinder Deol, charged in death of senior who was committed to his faith, family and city

Jun 17, 2025 | 10:33 AM

ABBOTSFORD — A 43-year-old man faces multiple charges from a two-vehicle crash in February 2024 that claimed the life of an 84-year-old man.

According to a statement from AbbyPD Sgt. Paul Walker, the AbbyPD’s Major Crime Unit worked over the past 16 months to present evidence following a tragic vehicular crash on February 3, 2024 in the 31000 block of Old Yale Road in Abbotsford. The serious motor vehicle collision resulted in the death of Phil Anderson, 84.

The work of police detectives came to fruition last week when 43-year-old Jaswinder Deol was arrested and charged with impaired operation causing death, operating a conveyance while impaired causing death, and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death.

“Investigations of this magnitude are highly complex and require considerable time to reach the charge approval stage,” said Sgt. Walker. “Major Crime Detectives worked in close collaboration with AbbyPD’s Traffic Enforcement Unit and ICARS to ensure the strongest possible evidence was presented to the BC Prosecution Service. AbbyPD remains committed to identifying and removing impaired drivers from our roadways. Impaired driving has devastating impacts—not only for the families directly affected, but for the entire community.”

Sgt. Walker released the following statement from the Anderson family: “Phil Anderson was a man deeply devoted to his family and community. His sudden passing came as a profound shock, leaving a deep void not only in the hearts of his loved ones but also among his church family and colleagues at the Abbotsford School District. Phil embraced life fully, and even at 84, he continued to live with purpose and joy. We miss him dearly. During this incredibly difficult time, we are especially grateful for the support of the Abbotsford Police Department.”

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On the day of the crash, the male driver of the offending vehicle was detained at scene by officers pending further investigation. AbbyPD Traffic Enforcement unit officers, supported by patrol officers and members of the Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service (I.C.A.R.S.), investigated the two-vehicle crash thoroughly.