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Attempted seat swap in moving motorhome leads to charges in Abbotsford

09.06.2026 11:41 3 min 7 sources
O Busílis POR + 6 more
Attempted seat swap in moving motorhome leads to charges in Abbotsford

In Brief

Police in Abbotsford, British Columbia, have charged two people after a 60-year-old man, who was prohibited from driving, tried to swap seats with a 51-year-old woman while the motorhome was moving to avoid arrest. The motorhome was impounded.

On April 14, 2026, in Abbotsford, British Columbia, police attempted to stop a motorhome, but the driver failed to comply. During the pursuit, according to police, a 60-year-old man who was prohibited from driving and a 51-year-old woman swapped seats while the vehicle was moving. After the stop, the woman, who had a valid driver's license, was behind the wheel.

During the incident, the motorhome was involved in a minor collision with another vehicle. Both individuals face charges of disobeying police and obstructing justice. The motorhome was impounded.

Other incident in Abbotsford

On March 2, 2026, an explosion and fire destroyed a travel trailer at the Aloha RV park. Sylvia Gillies, 68, suffered severe burns and was airlifted to hospital. The fire left her homeless and without personal belongings. A GoFundMe campaign has been organized to support her recovery and cover the treatment of her dog.

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