Festival killer under mental health supervision sparks controversy

April 29, 2025, 2:21 pm

Authorities revealed that the accused festival killer, who allegedly committed a tragic act at a local event, had been under the care of a mental health team. Officials noted there was no sign of deterioration that warranted hospitalization, prompting eyebrow-raising questions over existing oversight.

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VICTORIA - British Columbia’s Health Ministry says the man accused of killing 11 people at a Vancouver festival was under the care of a mental health team, but there was nothing to indicate a change in his condition that warranted…

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