RCMP investigating another scene linked to recent explosions

RCMP in Penticton have issued an update on reports of loud explosions from various open areas around the city.

Each of the explosions have occurred late in the evening, into the early morning hours, and police say it’s possible more explosions were heard over the past several weeks, but many weren’t reported.

On Thursday (Mar. 11), Penticton RCMP’s General Investigation Unit, with assistance from the Explosives Disposal Unit, identified another scene linked to the explosion heard near Carmi Elementary School on Mar.8. The scene was near the creek bed at Industrial Ave East and Main St.

“Today (Mar. 11), with experts from the RCMP’s Explosives Disposal Unit, we will be collecting additional evidence at this location. The nearby elementary school has been engaged, with students remaining in class. The immediate area has been cordoned off, and we want to assure the public our detachment is devoting many resources to bring this case to a safe conclusion,” Const. James Grandy, media relations officer, stated.

Grandy said police are also investigating explosions on March 7 at a local soccer field.

Police say no one was hurt in either blast, with minor property damage occurring in the first instance.

Anyone with information on the incidents is asked to call Penticton RCMP at 250-492-4300.