RCMP investigating incident involving burned man

Local police are investigating an incident that resulted in a man suffering significant burn injuries.

Shortly before 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18, Vernon North Okanagan RCMP responded to the 2800 block of 35th Street where B.C. Emergency Health Service personnel and Vernon Fire Rescue Services responded to assist a man found with burn injuries.

The victim, a 41-year-old Vernon man, sustained severe burns to a large portion of his body. He was transported to hospital where, as of time of publication, he remains in stable condition.

“The cause of the man’s burns and the circumstances leading to his injuries have not yet been determined,” Const. Chris Terleski, media relations officer for the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP, said.

“We are seeking any information from the public that will assist us in furthering our investigation. Anyone who was in the area at the time who witnessed the incident, or anything suspicious, is asked to come forward and contact police. We are also asking businesses and residences in the area who have video surveillance to review it and report anything suspicious.”

Anyone with information is asked to call the Vernon detachment at 250-545-7171 and quote file number 2022-16761.