Explosion at Pitt Meadows mall linked to Canada Border Services investigation

An explosion at Meadowtown Mall in Pitt Meadows has been linked to a Canada Border Services Agency investigation. Maple Ridge RCMP said they are assisting the agency and other police departments in connection with the incident.

One witness who posted online said a large explosion shook their vehicle and was followed by a large cloud of smoke. The witness said a tactical team then arrived and made an arrest, after which the police incident ended.

Another witness said police had a man on the ground in handcuffs and that a police dog was involved. The witness also reported hearing a loud bang. The Canada Border Services Agency has not yet provided further information.