THE Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) said on Wednesday that Tuesday night’s homicide in Langley is believed to be a targeted incident limited to a single unit at a multi-dwelling residential complex. The motive is still under investigation.
The victim’s name is not yet being released as family notifications are still ongoing.
On May 26 at approximately 11:34 p.m., Langley RCMP responded to a report of shots being fired in the 5400-block of Brydon Crescent in Langley.
First responders from the Langley RCMP, Langley City Fire Rescue Service, and BC Ambulance Services attended the area and located an individual in medical distress. Despite life-saving efforts, the individual succumbed to their injuries at the scene.
IHIT is working in partnership with the Langley RCMP Serious Crime Unit and the Integrated Forensic Identification Services (IFIS) to advance the investigation.
“Investigators are expected to be in the area for some time as a fulsome scene examination is underway,” said Sgt. Freda Fong of IHIT. “Investigators are canvassing door-to-door for video and witnesses, and it is important for anyone with information to contact IHIT right away.”
IHIT is seeking dashcam footage from anyone who was in the area of the 5400 block of Brydon Crescent on May 26 between 10 p.m. and midnight.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is urged to call the IHIT information line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or by email at ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
