Sicamous RCMP arrested a 32-year-old man found hiding in a closet inside a home, allegedly in breach of release conditions related to a previous arrest.
On Jan. 2, police received information that the man was in a closet in a residence on the 500 block of Spruce Street. The man had been arrested previously on Dec. 31, 2025 and was released on multiple conditions in relation to an alleged assault.
“Conditions included not to attend the residence and to have no contact with the victim,” Corporal Brett Urano said in the statement.
Police entered the home and arrested the man who was hiding in the closet. RCMP said he has been charged with several offence including assault, uttering threats, and two counts of failing to comply with the release conations of an undertaking.
“He has been remanded in custody with his next court appearance schedule for Jan. 7,” Urano said.
