THE Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) said on Tuesday that the body found in Surrey on October 14 has been identified as that of 19-year-old Tichic Meya, who was reported missing by his family three days earlier.
Investigators are releasing the victim’s name and photo in hopes to further the investigation.
On October 14, at approximately 1:07 p.m., Surrey Police Service (SPS) officers responded to a report of a body found in the 6100-block of 156 Street in Surrey. Upon arrival, first responders located the body of a deceased man.
Based on initial observations at the scene, criminality was suspected, and the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) was called in to investigate.
IHIT continues to work in partnership with SPS, the Integrated Forensic Identification Services (IFIS) and the BC Coroners Service to determine the circumstances surrounding the death.
Meya had last been seen by his family on October 8, and they reported that it was out of character for him to lose contact with them for several days.
“Investigators have been working diligently to establish a timeline of events from the time Mr. Meya went missing leading up to his death,” says Sgt. Freda Fong of IHIT. “While the motive remains under investigation, investigators believe this was an isolated incident, and there is no ongoing risk to the public.”
Anyone with information is asked to call the IHIT information line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or email ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
