Woman arrested at Victory Square Remembrance Day ceremony with replica gun and police gear
Vancouver police charged a 34-year-old woman with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose after she showed up at the Victory Square ceremony wearing body armour and carrying a replica firearm.
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A 34-year-old woman was arrested at Vancouver's Victory Square Remembrance Day ceremony on November 11 after police found her wearing camouflage body armour, displaying a police-style badge, and carrying a replica firearm, Vancouver Police said in a news release on November 12.
The woman arrived at Victory Square dressed in camouflage combat-style clothing, a tactical vest with military-style pouches, and tactical boots. She displayed a police-style badge on a chain and wore police-related patches on her clothing. When officers stopped her, they found a replica firearm in her possession.
Vancouver Police charged her with one count of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. No other charges were listed in the VPD news release. The woman has not been named publicly by police.
Police presence at ceremonies
VPD deployed 120 officers across the city's Remembrance Day ceremonies on November 11, the department said. Constable Megan Lui said in the release that "incidents like these serve as a reminder of the need for police presence at such important public events."
Victory Square, at the corner of Hastings and Cambie streets, holds one of British Columbia's largest Remembrance Day ceremonies each year. Thousands attend the annual service at the cenotaph.
The charge
Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose is a criminal offence under the Criminal Code of Canada. The case will proceed through the provincial court system; charges have been laid and a conviction has not been entered.
What residents can do
Vancouver Police ask anyone who sees a person impersonating a police officer at a public event to call 911. If the situation is not an emergency, residents can report concerns to VPD through the VPD website. The charge in this case is recorded on VPD's public news page, which is updated as cases move through the courts.
Questions this story answers
What happened at Vancouver's Victory Square Remembrance Day ceremony on November 11, 2026?
Vancouver police arrested a 34-year-old woman who was dressed in camouflage combat-style clothing, body armour, and tactical gear, and who was displaying a police-style badge on a chain. Officers found she was also carrying a replica firearm. The arrest happened during one of the city's largest Remembrance Day ceremonies.
What charge does the woman face?
Vancouver police charged the woman with one count of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, following her arrest at the Victory Square Remembrance Day ceremony on November 11, 2026. No other charges were listed in the VPD news release.
What equipment was the woman carrying at the ceremony?
According to Vancouver Police, the woman wore camouflage combat-style clothing, body armour, tactical boots, and a tactical vest with military-style pouches. She was displaying a police-style badge on a chain and several police-related patches. Officers also found a replica firearm in her possession.
How many officers did VPD deploy at Remembrance Day events?
Vancouver Police deployed 120 officers across the city's Remembrance Day ceremonies on November 11, 2026, according to the VPD news release. The department said the incident illustrated why police presence at major public events is necessary.
Was there any public safety risk from the incident?
Vancouver police did not issue a public safety warning related to the arrest. The woman was taken into custody at the ceremony. VPD noted the incident as a reason police maintain a presence at major public gatherings in the city.
Where did this arrest happen in Vancouver?
The arrest happened at Victory Square in Vancouver, the site of one of British Columbia's largest Remembrance Day ceremonies. The ceremony takes place annually at the cenotaph in the square at Hastings and Cambie streets.
What should Vancouver residents do if they see someone impersonating a police officer?
Vancouver Police ask residents who see someone impersonating an officer to call 911 immediately. Impersonating a police officer and possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose are criminal offences in Canada. Do not approach the person.
Where can I read the VPD news release about this arrest?
The full news release is published on the Vancouver Police Department's website at vpd.ca under their news section, dated November 12, 2026. VPD updates its news page as cases move through the courts.
Sources
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- VPD news release, November 12, 2026vpd.ca
- VPD news pagevpd.ca
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