A woman from British Columbia who traveled to Syria to marry an ISIS fighter has been charged with terrorism-related offenses.
Kimberly Polman, 51, has been charged by B.C. RCMP with leaving Canada to participate in activities of a terrorist group, as well as participating in activities of a terrorist group.
A terrorism peace bond has been imposed on her since Nov. 7, 2023, according to police.
She is also prohibited from contacting certain individuals, including her ex-husband, driving any vehicle except an electronic bike, and communicating with anyone suspected of terrorism.
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Ms. Polman is also forbidden from having any material that provides instructions on creating or using explosive substances.
The peace bond was initially set to last for eight months until July 7.
Ms. Polman is due to appear in Vancouver Provincial Court on Aug. 2 for her next court date.
She was among several women and children repatriated to Canada from a Syrian prison camp, where she was arrested by RCMP upon arrival in Montreal. Subsequently, she was brought back to B.C. for a bail hearing that led to the imposition of peace bond conditions.
RCMP superintendent Jag Dhot emphasized that the case was investigated in collaboration with “intelligence partnerships.”
âThe RCMP, in conjunction with our Canadian and international partners, remains dedicated to combating violent extremism both domestically and internationally,â Mr. Dhot stated.
The Canadian Press contributed to this article.
