Penticton RCMP investigate a Saturday assault that happened at an elementary school

B.C. Mounties respond to elementary school assault
B.C. Mounties respond to elementary school assault
An RCMP collar tab pin is seen in Edmonton, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025.
THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson
Writer

Penticton RCMP say they are investigating a Saturday night assault on the grounds of a local elementary school.

Mounties say officers responded just before 11 p.m. to Queen's Park Elementary after receiving a report of an assault.

Two people, including a youth, were taken to hospital for treatment. 

Police say the investigation is in its early stages, but that they believe this incident to be isolated, with no ongoing threat to the public's safety. 

Penticton RCMP say it will not release further details at this stage, but anyone with information or video footage is asked to contact the local detachment.

The City of Penticton says in a statement issued Sunday morning that the municipality is co-operating with law enforcement and closely monitoring the situation.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 19, 2026.

By Wolfgang Depner | Copyright 2026, The Canadian Press. All rights reserved.

CanadaNews
  • The Canadian Press

    The Canadian Press is Canada's trusted news source and leader in providing real-time, bilingual multimedia stories across print, broadcast and digital platforms. From breaking regional, national and international stories to the biggest events in politics, business, entertainment and lifestyle, The Canadian Press is there when it matters, giving Canadians an authentic, unbiased source, driven by truth, accuracy and timeliness.

Ontario has a mini Venice with winding waterways and European charm

It's a magical spot for a summer escape.

Ontario has a park on a 40 km sandspit with crystal beaches and sunsets like tropical Hawaii

Who's ready for a beach day?

This Ontario destination is a summer hidden gem with 12 beautiful sandy beaches and cozy towns

It has "summer getaway" written all over it.

This train from Ottawa takes you to a dreamy lakeside town with silky white-sand beaches

Leave the car at home this summer. 🚃

Trump again threatens tariffs over smoke after sitting with Mark Carney

Trump still upset about smoke after soccer final

I tried and ranked Costco's popular food court items — there is a clear #1

Wondering what gives you the most bang for your buck?

This product sold at Costco is being recalled in Canada and you can get a full refund

There's a shock and fire hazard.

This Ontario destination has dreamy white-sand beaches and the 'bluest water in Canada'

It's a summer oasis.

10 uniquely Toronto things that only locals will truly understand

If you get these things, you're officially one of us.