Abbotsford police warn public about replica gun incidents

CCTV footage of the suspect vehicle, along with a still image of the suspected driver. (Abbotsford Police Department)

By Jan Schuermann

Posted August 8, 2025 7:23 am.

The Abbotsford Police Department is investigating several incidents involving pellet or airsoft guns.

Police say officers received five separate reports involving a group of young men in a white or light-colored SUV targeting pedestrians on Wednesday.

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The first incident was reported around 6:15 p.m. along Peardonville Road near Emerson Street, with the last occurring approximately three hours later along South Fraser Way, east of Gladwin Road.

CCTV footage of the suspect vehicle, along with a still image of the suspected driver.
CCTV footage of the suspect vehicle, along with a still image of the suspected driver. (Abbotsford Police Department)

In each case, victims reported being followed by the suspect vehicle and then being shot at by someone with what appeared to be a replica gun.

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One person sustained minor injuries.

The Abbotsford Police Department is urging the public to report any suspicious activity.

With files from Dean Recksiedler.

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