B.C. RCMP confirm man arrested Sunday night after standoff east of Chilliwack

CHILLIWACK — A B.C. RCMP spokesperson says a man was taken into custody following a standoff east of Chilliwack Sunday night.

According to a statement from Corporal Brett Urano, spokesperson for the B.C. RCMP, Chilliwack RCMP members attended a single-vehicle incident on Highway 1 Sunday night (Nov. 10). Police say the man allegedly had a weapon in his possession and was making threats. After a short standoff, the man surrendered to police and he was taken into custody.

Chilliwack RCMP are continuing their investigation and charges against the man are being recommended to Crown counsel.

“This was a dynamic situation and Chilliwack RCMP utilized all available resources to protect the public. Chilliwack RCMP would like to thank the Integrated Emergency Response Team for their assistance in protecting all parties involved,” says Cpl. Brett Urano, B.C. RCMP spokesperson.