A 57-year-old man from Mission, British Columbia, has been formally charged in connection with an unprovoked assault on a taxi driver that occurred in Maple Ridge last year. Authorities with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) are now seeking the public's assistance in locating the suspect, who is the subject of an arrest warrant.
Details of the incident
The assault took place in 2025, when the taxi driver was reportedly attacked without provocation. The victim sustained injuries but has since recovered. The RCMP have not released further specifics about the nature of the assault or the injuries sustained.
Charges filed
The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed pending arrest, faces charges related to assault. The RCMP have emphasized that the attack was unprovoked and are urging anyone with information on the man's whereabouts to come forward.
Public appeal
In a statement, Maple Ridge RCMP spokesperson Corporal Julie Gagnon said, "We are asking the public to be vigilant and report any sightings of this individual. Do not approach him; contact police immediately." The RCMP have not provided a description of the suspect but have indicated that he may be in the Mission or Maple Ridge areas.
This incident is part of a broader pattern of assaults on taxi drivers in the region, which has raised concerns among local transportation workers. The RCMP are working closely with taxi companies to enhance safety measures.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Maple Ridge RCMP at 604-463-6251 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.
