Man with alleged gang-ties could be targeted with violence, Abbotsford police warn
Abbotsford police have issued a warning about a man with alleged gang ties who could pose a "significant risk" to public safety.
Authorities took the unusual step of naming Jason Himpfen on Friday, citing "compelling circumstances" that have led police to believe the 45-year-old could be targeted with violence.
In a news release, the Abbotsford Police Department alleged that Himpfen is involved with the Lower Mainland's deadly and ongoing gang conflict.
"As many gang-related shootings occur in public places, this means that Jason Himpfen's presence in public creates a serious risk to public safety," the department said.
Police did not provide any further details about Himpfen's alleged involvement in the conflict, or why they believe he might be a target.
Authorities did release two pictures of Himpfen, and said anyone who spots him in a public area should leave and contact law enforcement.
"Where possible, police officers will attend that location and take steps to maintain public safety," Abbotsford police said.
Himpfen is described as 5'10" tall, 200 lbs., with hazel eyes and short, dark hair. He often has a full beard, police said.
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
Prince William shares childhood photo of him and King Charles III for Father's Day
Prince William on Sunday shared a photograph showing him as a child with his father, King Charles III, to mark Father’s Day in the United Kingdom this year.
Clooney and Roberts help Biden raise US$30 million-plus at a star-studded Hollywood gala
Some of Hollywood's brightest stars headlined a fundraiser for U.S. President Joe Biden that took in a record US$30 million-plus for a Democratic candidate, according to his campaign, in hopes of energizing would-be supporters for a White House contest they said may rank among the most consequential in U.S. history.
'We’re in pretty good shape’: Calgary goes low in water consumption after state of local emergency declared
On a day that a local state of emergency was declared in Calgary, city residents answered a request from the mayor and emergency officials to use less water.
Global study ranks two Canadian cities high on list of most expensive places to buy a home
As Canadians continue to struggle with the extremely high cost of buying a home in some of the country’s major urban centres, a new global report is underscoring just how expensive some of those markets are.
Riot police in Germany intervene to stem fan clashes ahead of England vs. Serbia soccer match
England soccer fans cheer in front of police ahead the Group C match between Serbia and England at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, Sunday, June 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber)
A new tax filing system could give Canadians more than $1 billion in unclaimed benefits: PBO
Canadians would get more than $1 billion in unclaimed benefits each year through an automatic tax filing system, according to a report published by the Parliamentary Budget Officer (PBO).
Ottawa Food Bank receives largest donation in its 40-year history
210,000 pounds of food was delivered to the Ottawa Food Bank on Saturday, the largest donation in its 40-year history.
Halifax chef speaks about traumatic brain injury
Halifax chef Lauren Marshall was working in the Bahamas on a special event in February when she fainted and fell from a golf cart, hitting the back of her head.
Your father’s diet before you were born could have affected your health, a new study suggests
Your father's diet before you were born could have played a role in your health, a new study has found.