VICTORIA, B.C.: The follow statement was issued by Conservative Interim Leader Trevor Halford:

“Hon Chan, MLA for Richmond Centre, has been removed from the Conservative Caucus of British Columbia, effective immediately.

Yesterday, Mr. Chan informed me of serious criminal charges against him. Prior to yesterday, the caucus and party had no knowledge of this matter or any related incidents.

Action was taken immediately upon becoming aware of these charges. Our caucus wishes to be clear, any allegations of domestic violence are taken seriously. Anyone who experiences it deserves to know that people in positions of public trust will be held to the highest standard of accountability.

Mr. Chan is entitled to the presumption of innocence and due process before the courts. Those proceedings will run their course.

The caucus will respect the appropriate process as it proceeds.”

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