RCMP apologize after misidentifying Fort McMurray woman
In Fort McMurray Alberta RCMP apologized to Deedee Mercer 26 for being handcuffed and shocked after officers mistook her for a missing psychiatric patient. Mercer was pulled to the ground and detained near her home while on her way to church. Neighbors reported the incident and Mercer’s mother Regine Mercer questioned the action. Police spokesman Staff Sgt. Scott Stauffer said an apology was offered and clarified the case was a misunderstanding.
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Health workers back on duty after B C breakthrough
About 14 000 health care workers including X ray and lab technicians return to work after Liberal government passed emergency legislation ending two disputes. Nurses lift overtime ban as 26 000 join talks. 1 000 nursing vacancies persist.
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B C teen still in fair condition
Langley youth Joe Spring age 19 remains in fair condition eight days after his wrecked overturned car was found by an RCMP helicopter near Williams Lake. He disappeared May 21 after leaving work and was reported missing until the crash was located May 29.
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Wanted U S biker arrested in Ottawa
An armed and dangerous American biker who escaped custody in Oregon was arrested in Ottawa after months of covert activity. Police say Newell of Portland fled the U S in May 2000 after facing drug charges and was captured around 9 45 p m following a four month joint probe with the U S Marshal's office.
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