Burnaby RCMP report Metrotown raid resulting in 22 arrests
Posted April 14, 2025 2:00 pm.
Last Updated April 14, 2025 2:01 pm.
The Burnaby RCMP says officers arrested 22 people, seizing weapons, drugs, and thousands of dollars worth of stolen goods during a two-day crackdown on Metropolis at Metrotown last month.
The arrests were part of an operation Mounties call ‘Boost and Bust’ that targeted retail crime at Metrotown on March 13 and 14.
During the crackdown, both uniformed and undercover officers were on foot patrol.
One of the people arrested was a 30-year-old man who had a hunting knife, break-in tools, drugs, stolen merchandise, and a can of bear spray on him.
The Burnaby RCMP is reminding the public that it is illegal to carry bear spray for the purpose of protection in public.
“If it is used as a weapon, you could be charged with assault with a weapon, or other serious offences,” Mounties said.
Officers also picked up four people for breaching court-ordered conditions and arrested a violent offender who was already wanted in another area.
In total, over $2,800 worth of stolen items was seized.
