61-year-old man charged after Kelowna bridge bomb scare
A 61-year-old man has been charged related to an explosives scare that closed the William R. Bennett Bridge in Kelowna, B.C. The incident happened earlier this year and lasted about 11 hours. The man parked a white panel van across multiple lanes and made threatening comments online. He also set fire to the vehicle, which firefighters quickly put out. The situation prompted a police response due to the potential risks involved. After his release from the hospital, he was taken into custody and appeared in court. He faces 11 charges, including arson and making explosives. He will remain in custody until his next court date on April 3.