Chilliwack man receives life sentence for fatal 2022 stabbing in Mission
MISSION — A Chilliwack man has now been convicted of second-degree murder for the fatal stabbing of 64-year-old Holbert Tew nearly three years ago.
On December 14, 2022, Mission RCMP responded to a report of a stabbing in the 33800-block of 4th Avenue, near Mary Street. Police found a man suffering from stab wounds, and despite life-saving efforts, Tew died on scene.
The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) worked with partners to identify and find the suspect, 27-year-old Matthew Bauer. He was arrested for one count of second-degree murder in relation to Tew’s homicide on January 7, 2023.
“This was a senseless and unprovoked attack that resulted in the loss of Mr. Tew,” said Sgt. Freda Fong of IHIT. “With the support of the community, IHIT and our policing partners worked expeditiously and diligently to identify the suspect and forward charges. Our thoughts are with Mr. Tew’s family and friends as the court proceedings come to an end.”
