Violent incidents prompt Penticton council to look at improved safety measures | Unpublished
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Author: Victoria Femia
Publication Date: August 18, 2025 - 21:12

Violent incidents prompt Penticton council to look at improved safety measures

August 18, 2025
Of the 110 victims identified in the report over the last two years, 33 per cent were in their 20s and 15 per cent were under the age of 19.


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