People's tribunal launched to investigate police violence in BC

The family of Jared Lowndes, a Wet'suwet'en man shot by police in 2021, has launched a "people's tribunal" to investigate police violence against racialized communities. This initiative aims to provide a platform for families affected by police actions to share their experiences. The tribunal will begin its events in Vancouver and travel across British Columbia. It seeks to address systemic racism and unlawful practices within police forces, highlighting the disproportionate rates of police-involved deaths among Black and Indigenous people. Advocates emphasize the need for community voices to reclaim narratives surrounding police violence. They aim to shed light on systemic failures in law enforcement and provide a space for families to discuss their loved ones' stories.