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Investigation launched into racist comments caught on video in B.C.

Investigation launched into racist comments caught on video in B.C. | iNFOnews.ca
A video that has gone viral over the weekend has resulted in an investigation by the Richmond RCMP. FACEBOOK / ZIYING BU

RICHMOND – A video that has garnered attention on social media has caught the attention of Richmond RCMP.

An investigation was initiated after the video, in which a middle-aged woman makes several disparaging remarks following what appears to have been a collision in a Richmond parking lot, went viral across B.C. this weekend.

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"In order to ensure the integrity of the investigation and privacy of the individuals involved, we are asking the public to respect the investigative process and refrain from posting any comments on social media," said Insp. Sunny Parmar, operations officer with Richmond RCMP.

Police said both parties in this incident have been identified and investigators have been in contact with all involved. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Richmond RCMP at 604-207-1212.

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Parker Crook is a Saskatchewan-born reporter who began his career in journalism while studying the craft at SAIT in Calgary. After cutting his teeth at the school news outlet as the Opinions Editor, Parker landed a position at a Vernon newspaper and worked his way up to the editor’s chair. Parker strives to tell stories that have a genuine impact on the community he calls home. And, from courtroom dramas to on stage antics, Parker believes meaningful stories can be found just about anywhere.

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