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3 Arrested After Truck Gets Stuck in Fast-Flowing B.C. River While Fleeing Police

Early on Saturday, May 17, three people were taken into custody after their stolen truck got stuck while they tried to escape police by driving through the Similkameen River near Keremeos.
Osoyoos RCMP found the reported stolen vehicle parked near the river, prompting officers to approach on foot before the suspects re-entered the truck and tried to escape by driving across the fast-flowing water.
The truck got stuck in the river, forcing the suspects to exit and attempt swimming to shore, where police apprehended and arrested them before they fled further, while LSIB confirmed no danger to nearby communities.
RCMP Sgt. Bayda explained that current conditions, including high water and strong currents, prevent safely retrieving the vehicle from the river, but they continue to consider possible recovery methods.
The Lower Similkameen Indian Band issued a notice clarifying limited details and assuring public safety, while the police investigation into the incident remains ongoing.

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