NWPD Charges Surrey Man + Papel Picado Workshop

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October 15, 2025

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October 16, 2025

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October 17, 2025

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👮‍♂️ Surrey Man Charged Following NWPD Investigation into Historical Sexual Offences

Following an investigation into historical sexual offence allegations, the New Westminster Police Department’s Major Crime Unit has arrested 58-year-old Ronald Veit of Surrey. Veit now faces multiple charges related to incidents that are alleged to have taken place between 2008 and 2012 across several Metro Vancouver communities, including Langley, Surrey, New Westminster, Coquitlam, and Burnaby.

The charges include:

• Sexual Interference (Section 151 of the Criminal Code), alleged between September 2008 and May 2010.

• Sexual Exploitation (Section 153 of the Criminal Code), alleged between May 2010 and May 2012.

• Sexual Assault (Section 271 of the Criminal Code), alleged between September 2008 and May 2012.

Police emphasize that these allegations have not been proven in court and that the matter remains before the judiciary. The New Westminster Police Department has taken a trauma-informed, victim-centered approach to the investigation, with the Major Crime Unit working closely alongside the Victim Assistance Unit to support those affected.

Veit has been released from court under strict conditions, including prohibitions on possessing weapons, volunteering with minors, and attending certain public spaces. He may only interact with individuals under 18 in the presence of a parent, guardian, or other adults, and is restricted to coaching hockey in supervised settings such as skating rinks.

Investigators continue to seek additional information that could assist the case and are urging anyone with relevant details to contact the New Westminster Police Department Major Crime Unit at 604-529-2430.

View the NWPD’s full release here.

🎨 Learn Papel Picado at Free Community Arts Event

Get ready to snip, cut, and create! 🌈 On Thursday, October 16, the Queensborough Community Centre will burst into colour as artist Priscila Holtz leads a lively papel picado workshop — the traditional Mexican art of crafting festive cut-paper banners.

From 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., you’ll dive into this fun, hands-on session where all you need are scissors, tissue paper, and your imagination. Whether you’re a creative pro or just looking to try something new, this beginner-friendly class will have you cutting and crafting like a fiesta expert in no time.

Papel picado is a beloved decoration at celebrations year-round, but it truly shines during Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) — a time to honour loved ones with vibrant colours and heartfelt artistry.

No registration needed — just show up early to grab your spot, because seats fill fast!

Presented in partnership with the City of New Westminster, this event is part of Arts New West’s mission to bring creativity to every corner of the community.

Find more Arts New West events here.

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