The man accused of killing four members of a Muslim family appeared in court today.
Twenty year old Nathaniel Veltman has been charged with four counts of first degree murder and one count of attempted murder in what police called an act of hatred.
In court today, Veltman confirmed he has retained a lawyer.
One June 6th, Salman Afzaal, his wife Madiha, their daughter Yumna and her grandmother Talat Afzaal were killed while going out for a walk.
Nine year old Fayez Afzaal was the sole survivor.
Welland adopts 2026 Budget with 4.01% increase
The city of Welland officially adopted their 2026 budget with a 4.01% tax levy increase. This equates to an approx. $78 increase for the average homeowner.
Port Colborne Man Charged with Child Luring
Police have released the Snapchat names they say he used earlier this year
Social Assistance Recipients Receiving Help
The City of Niagara Falls working on pilot program
Man Faces Multiple Impaired Driving Charges
This is in relation to a 3-vehicle crash in Wainfleet back in September
Police Looking for Stolen Wine
They say a suspect broke in using an ATV
Airport Working to End Sexual Exploitation
RCMP and Crimestoppers are also partners
Ontario Student Learning Under Review
Student standard testing results improving
Senior Seriously Hurt in Parking Lot
Police say it happened in a St. Catharines parking lot, the senior hit by a vehicle