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RCMP seek information about possible drowning in Vedder River in Chilliwack

by Paul J Henderson 18 days ago 1 min read

Chilliwack Search and Rescue members and other first responders think a man may have drowned before 11 a.m. today (Jan. 18, 2025) near where the Vedder River becomes the Vedder Canal in Yarrow.

Responding to a call of a man shouting for help followed by silence, first responders found only two fishing rods and a green Bass Pro Shop toque in the water near where the screams were heard.

But there was no person.

RCMP officers were called to 41877 No. 3 Road, which was followed by first responders, including Chilliwack Search and Rescue.

The approximate location in the Yarrow neighbourhood of Chilliwack where a man was heard screaming near the water before 11 a.m. on Jan. 18, 2025. No on was found but first responders did locate two fishing rods and a toque. (GoogleMaps)

Police are looking for any witnesses that may have information about this incident or can help identify the individual. The two fishing rods are a black and red Bass Pro Shop spin castor and a brown and gold 11.5-foot trophy bait castor.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Chilliwack RCMP at 604-792-4611 and quote file number 2025-2344.

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