Author: Lucas Bennett
Lucas Bennett
Lucas Bennett is a respected local news reporter from Maple Ridge with over 12 years of experience in journalism. Lucas earned his journalism degree from Simon Fraser University and has contributed to Euro News 24, Maple Ridge News, Columbia Valley Pioneer, and Global BC. Lucas is an active member of the Canadian Association of Journalists and is committed to covering civic issues, environmental developments, and local community stories.
The quiet community of Maple Ridge is in shock after a violent neighbourhood dispute left three people dead, including a married couple known for their kindness and strong ties to the area. Police say the couple was found dead inside their home following an altercation with another man who lived nearby. That man, who investigators say was involved in the dispute, is also dead. Neighbours have identified the victims as a friendly and caring couple who had lived in the area for several years. Their deaths have shaken the neighbourhood, where violence of this kind is extremely rare. Authorities say…