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(UPDATE: July 9 @ 1:05 pm): Crime Stoppers has released images of a man wanted in connection with a bear-macing incident in Lake Country.
A man was sprayed with mace on July 4 after following a car he thought was travelling erratically.
The driver of the car has been arrested but the search for the passenger continues.
If you recognize this man, call the Central Okanagan Crime Stoppers’ anonymous tips line at 1-800-222-TIPS or visit their website at crimestoppers.net.
Tipsters' identities will be kept confidential and anyone who helps could receive a reward of up to $2000.
(Original story: July 6 @ 11:22 am): A man has been arrested after a bear macing incident in Lake Country.
Mounties said the victim had seen a car driving erratically in the area on the evening of July 4 and decided to follow it.
The car being followed then stopped on Reiswig Road, police said, before a man got out, ran over to the pursuing vehicle and sprayed mace into the open passenger window.
The victim called the RCMP for help at 10:30 pm.
Though the suspect fled the scene after spraying the victim, a 23-year-old from Lake Country has now been arrested.
He has been released on conditions for a future court date.
The search for a second man believed to have been involved continues.
“This case highlights the importance of calling police if you think there’s a danger to your community,” said Cpl Jocelyn Noseworthy.
“You never know who you’re dealing with or the potential danger you may face.”
Anyone with information about this incident can call the Lake Country RCMP at 250-766-2288.
To remain anonymous, call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or head to crimestoppers.net.
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