Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Suspect wanted on Canada-wide warrant for murder arrested in Vancouver

The man allegedly involved in the death of Valerie Maurice, 29, of Montreal was arrested this evening by the Vancouver Police Department.

Gregory Christopher Tessman, 49, was arrested downtown Vancouver on East Hastings Street at a homeless shelter this evening, Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2017, and is charged with second degree murder.

 

“I would like to thank the media for their assistance with this investigation, which ultimately led to the quick arrest of Mr. Tessman,” says Staff Sergeant Bill Clark of the EPS Homicide Section.

 

This is Edmonton’s 34th homicide of the year.

 

Homicide Section continues to investigate.


Background

 

Northeast Division patrol officers responded to a “check on welfare” call on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017 at a residence in the area of 144 Avenue and 88 A Street. Upon arrival, a woman was found deceased inside a suite where she does not reside.

 

On Friday, Sept. 1, 2017, the Edmonton Medical Examiner determined that Valerie Maurice, 29, from Montreal, died as a result of strangulation. The manner of death is homicide.

 

A Canada-wide warrant was issued on Sept. 5, 2017 for the arrest of Gregory Christopher Tessman in relation to the death of Maurice.

from Media Releases http://ift.tt/2w5cmuG

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