It was with great sadness that I read the police bulletin this afternoon which confirmed that BK is no longer with us. It was the ending I had prayed so intensely we would not see. I will miss Brian deeply. In the past 6 years I have known him as a team mate, training partner and competitor but mostly as an incredible friend. He never failed to offer support and helped me immensely on many fronts. He challenged me to excel, supported me even when I was half way around the world. He was dedicated to his work, his friends and to cycling, spreading his love of the sport to all he encountered. His ability to bring humor and life everywhere he went will never be matched. Life won't be the same without him.
I can't imagine the pain his family is suffering and wish them peace in this difficult time. God Bless you BK.
I can't imagine the pain his family is suffering and wish them peace in this difficult time. God Bless you BK.
Latest Developments 16/11/06
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CITYBEAT - CITY OF CALGARY PRESS RELEASE
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The Calgary Police Service Major Crimes Section has laid a
second degree murder charge in relation to the Brian Wayne
KULLMAN homicide investigation.
At approximately 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday November 15, 2006, a
suspect was arrested at the Calgary International Airport.
Bill James PAPPAS, 35, of Calgary, was taken into custody
hours before he was to board a flight to Europe.
In the early morning hours of Thursday, November 16, 2006,
PAPPAS was charged with one count of second degree murder, as
well as arson, possession of stolen property under $5000,
uttering a forged document and fraud under $5000.
Mr. Kullman was last seen by friends and family on the
evening of Tuesday, November 7, 2006.
On Wednesday, November 8, 2006, at 7:40 p.m., the Calgary
Police Service and the Calgary Fire Department responded to
reports of a house fire at the home of Brian Kullman. The
circumstances surrounding the fire caused the Joint Forces
Arson Unit to investigate.
On the evening of Thursday, November 9, 2006, the Arson Unit
discovered further suspicious circumstances which caused the
Calgary Police Service Violent Crime Team 1 (Homicide Unit)
to assist in the investigation.
On the morning of Friday, November 10, 2006, a missing person
investigation was initiated to locate Brian Kullman, as well
as his 2003 Mercedes Benz C240 vehicle. That afternoon, the
RCMP responded to the discovery of a body found near the side
of highway 66 in Kananaskis Country. The body was later
identified as that of Mr. Kullman.
The 2003 Mercedes Benz C240 vehicle belonging to Mr. Kullman
was located in southeast Calgary in the early morning of
Saturday, November 11, 2006. This vehicle is currently being
examined by the Calgary Police Service Forensic Crimes Scenes
Unit.
Investigators would like to thank those members of the public
who came forward with information as to Brian Kullman’s last
known activities.
CITYBEAT - CITY OF CALGARY PRESS RELEASE
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The Calgary Police Service Major Crimes Section has laid a
second degree murder charge in relation to the Brian Wayne
KULLMAN homicide investigation.
At approximately 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday November 15, 2006, a
suspect was arrested at the Calgary International Airport.
Bill James PAPPAS, 35, of Calgary, was taken into custody
hours before he was to board a flight to Europe.
In the early morning hours of Thursday, November 16, 2006,
PAPPAS was charged with one count of second degree murder, as
well as arson, possession of stolen property under $5000,
uttering a forged document and fraud under $5000.
Mr. Kullman was last seen by friends and family on the
evening of Tuesday, November 7, 2006.
On Wednesday, November 8, 2006, at 7:40 p.m., the Calgary
Police Service and the Calgary Fire Department responded to
reports of a house fire at the home of Brian Kullman. The
circumstances surrounding the fire caused the Joint Forces
Arson Unit to investigate.
On the evening of Thursday, November 9, 2006, the Arson Unit
discovered further suspicious circumstances which caused the
Calgary Police Service Violent Crime Team 1 (Homicide Unit)
to assist in the investigation.
On the morning of Friday, November 10, 2006, a missing person
investigation was initiated to locate Brian Kullman, as well
as his 2003 Mercedes Benz C240 vehicle. That afternoon, the
RCMP responded to the discovery of a body found near the side
of highway 66 in Kananaskis Country. The body was later
identified as that of Mr. Kullman.
The 2003 Mercedes Benz C240 vehicle belonging to Mr. Kullman
was located in southeast Calgary in the early morning of
Saturday, November 11, 2006. This vehicle is currently being
examined by the Calgary Police Service Forensic Crimes Scenes
Unit.
Investigators would like to thank those members of the public
who came forward with information as to Brian Kullman’s last
known activities.
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CITYBEAT - CITY OF CALGARY PRESS RELEASE
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The Calgary Police Service has identified the body found in
Kananaskis Country, Friday, November 10, 2006, as Brian Wayne
KULLMAN, 39, of Calgary.
Mr. KULLMAN went missing from his southeast Calgary residence
the evening of Tuesday, November 7, 2006. His car, a silver
2003 Mercedes Benz C240 station wagon, was also missing.
Early Saturday morning, November 11, 2006, Mr. KULLMAN's car
was located in southeast Calgary. This vehicle is currently
being examined by the Calgary Police Service Forensic Crimes
Scenes Unit.
The investigation into the death of Mr. KULLMAN continues.
Anyone who had any dealings with Mr. KULLMAN up to the time
of his disappearance is asked to call the Calgary Police
Service Violent Crimes Team 1 at 206-8721, the Calgary Police
Service at 266-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(8477).
8 comments:
Man, that is so weak. Heartfelt sympathies to all of Bk's friends and family. That guy knew how to rip it up on the bike. I remeber him going solo in a scratch race from lap 1 with no warm-up whatesoever. He gaver. Although I didnt know him very well, I will miss his charecter hanging around the bike scene. RIP BK.
Really sorry to hear the news. I didn't know him well, but he was a big part of the cycling community and will be missed. My thoughs go out to his family and everyone who rode with him.
I was hoping that this is not how things would turn out. BK was as good to me when I was on synergy as any other. He came into OPC at the U and talked to me almost everyday I was working on the rental bikes back in the squash court. My thoughts and prayers are with the rest of his friends and family, I counted him as one of mine and I am really don't know what to say. Good job per for keeping everyone updated. BK, you will be missed.
Innige deelneming aan jullie allen.
grtz.
Cycling is a brotherhood. Wether you're a priest, a crook, a doper or a Saint. We all experience some kind of loss inadvertantly due to one of our own going missing.
The chase group that no longer chases, the after party that's now missing that one brand of beers, or that certain smile that's no longer in the starting line.
Never knew the guy, but RIP dude.
Per - they charged Bill Pappas this morning. Please send me your email address!
Per, thanks for keeping us updated. The BK I remember is the guy that would always put others ahead of himself. He was gracious, courteous and definitely one of a kind.
Has anyone heard of memorial arrangements? Also, would people be interested in a memorial ride for BK?
My thoughts go out to Brian's family and friends. BK ... ride on!
... one more thought.
In a sport that is seemingly full of arrogance and selfishness, BK was a testament to what we should all strive for ... Riding for the love of the sport. I'd witnessed BK rip it up at the front of the race, and I'd seen him finish dead last. At the end of the race you got the same Brian. Humble, cheerful, and sincerely wanting to hear about your race ... selfless.
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