In an unexpected turn of events during CHEK News’s 6 p.m. broadcast on Thursday night, viewers witnessed a dramatic arrest unfolding in the background of the live segment at Mayfair Mall.
While reporter Jeff King engaged in a conversation about Nespresso products inside the Nespresso Boutique, the attention of viewers was drawn to a scene of officers apprehending an individual in the background.
The person being arrested was visibly resistant, screaming for help as officers attempted to detain them.
Despite the commotion, both King and the shop spokesperson remained composed, carrying on with the segment as if unfazed by the unfolding events.
During the outside altercation, someone was observed closing the door to the business in an effort to mitigate the disturbance caused by the arrest.
Amidst the chaos, King, drawing upon his experience, adeptly shifted the focus of the conversation and camera away from the altercation, ensuring the smooth continuation of the broadcast.
Victoria Buzz reached out to VicPD to gather further details on the incident. However, as of the time of publication, no response had been received.
A member of the Reddit community—steph66 captured the incident and post the video to the Victoria BC sub channel:
The incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of live broadcasting and the importance of adaptability in navigating unforeseen circumstances.
