In a tense manhunt that lasted just over 24 hours, police in New Brunswick have finally apprehended a 47-year-old man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting. The province-wide emergency alert issued about an armed and dangerous individual has come to an end, bringing relief to the community. The arrest was made after a thorough investigation, with details of the case being reported by Suzanne Lapointe.
In Saskatoon, a disturbing incident unfolded at a local school where a 15-year-old female student was attacked by a classmate, leaving her with serious injuries. The victim was allegedly doused in a flammable liquid and set on fire, sparking outrage and concern among students and parents. Nicole Healey brings us the latest developments from Evan Hardy Collegiate.
Moving south to Georgia, a 14-year-old suspect involved in a deadly mass shooting at a high school made his first court appearance, alongside his father who is now also facing charges related to the incident. This case highlights a growing trend among U.S. prosecutors to hold parents accountable for their children’s actions, as reported by Jackson Proskow.
On a different note, Canada is fulfilling a promise made to Ukraine, as revealed in an exclusive interview with “Ukraine’s Spy Chief.” The donation of over 80,000 decommissioned rockets, previously set for destruction in a Saskatchewan warehouse, is a significant gesture of support to the country. Jeff Semple provides the latest update on this important development.
Despite a slight increase in August, Canada’s unemployment rate has risen to 6.7 per cent, the highest since May 2017 excluding the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Mackenzie Gray explores the disparities in how this rise is affecting different sectors of the population.
Shifting focus to a criminal case in Quebec, a man has been arrested for attempting to smuggle 26,000 fake toonies into the country, marking one of Canada’s largest counterfeit schemes. Despite a history of crime, the suspect will serve less than a year in prison, as detailed by Touria Izri.
Lastly, in Montreal, a new “megamall” called Royalmount has opened its first phase, offering a luxurious in-person shopping experience in the age of online retail dominance. The multi-billion-dollar project is home to high-end brands from around the world, attracting visitors seeking a unique shopping experience. Mike Armstrong takes us on a tour of this ambitious venture.
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