RIDGE Meadows RCMP on Friday called in the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) on Friday after a 33-year-old man was shot and killed in Maple Ridge.

On August 12 at approximately 11:45 a.m., Ridge Meadows RCMP responded to a report of a shooting in the 11900-block of 216 Street. Officers found a 33-year-old man suffering from gunshot wounds. Police attempted life-saving measures on the man until BC Ambulance Services arrived. However, he was later pronounced deceased.

Police said that it is still in the early stages of the investigation and at this time, it is unknown if this is related to the Lower Mainland Gang Conflict. IHIT now has conduct of the investigation.

Investigators would like to speak to any witnesses who have not already spoken to police, have dash camera video, or residential video surveillance. If you have information that could assist with the investigation, you are requested to contact the IHIT infoline at 1-877-551-4448.