Police in Abbotsford, B.C., are investigating the suspicious death of a patient who lived at a local care home. The case began after two residents of Menno Home were rushed to the hospital with medical emergencies that raised red flags.
The Abbotsford Police Department said they were first contacted by the hospital on July 6. Staff had reported that the conditions of both patients appeared unusual. On July 10, one of the two patients passed away. The second patient’s condition has not been publicly disclosed.
Due to the concerning nature of the medical cases, the department’s major crime unit has taken charge of the investigation. Detectives say the probe is still in its early stages. Police describe it as a complex situation and have not yet determined the cause of the events.
Authorities are working closely with Menno Home to gather more information. While no criminal charges have been laid, officers continue to look into what might have caused the medical emergencies.
Police have not released the name, age, or gender of the patient who died. They also did not share any information about the surviving patient. They say more details cannot be released at this time because of the sensitive nature of the case.
According to police, Menno Home acted quickly after the incident. The care home introduced extra safety measures to protect its other residents. However, officials have not said what those safeguards involve.
The care home, located in Abbotsford, is part of Menno Place, a larger group of senior housing facilities. Menno Place includes two residential care buildings. Menno Home is one of them. It is run by the Mennonite Benevolent Society and receives its main funding from the Fraser Health Authority.
Menno Place has not commented on the details of the case. However, the organization has said that they are working closely with investigators and health officials. Their goal is to ensure that the home remains a safe space for its residents.
Police are asking the public to be patient as they continue their work. They say their top priority is finding out exactly what happened and making sure all residents are safe.
No timeline has been given for when more details will be released. Investigators say they are moving carefully to avoid any errors in a case that involves vulnerable people.
The Fraser Health Authority, which funds the home, has not issued a separate statement. It is not clear whether the health authority is conducting its own review alongside the police probe.
For now, Abbotsford police continue to lead the investigation. They have not ruled out any possibilities and stress that every lead is being followed. Residents and families with concerns have been advised to contact Menno Place directly or speak with health representatives.
Anyone with information related to the case is urged to contact the Abbotsford Police Department. Police say tips from the community could help bring clarity to the events and ensure accountability.
