THE Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) on Monday identified the victim in last week’s Mission homicide as 42-year-old Jesse Kennedy from Mission in hopes of advancing its investigation.

“We are identifying Mr. Kennedy, so that those who had recent contact with him can come forward,” said IHIT Sgt. Timothy Pierotti. “Anyone who had seen or spoken with Mr. Kennedy in the days leading up to his death are asked to speak with IHIT.”

On July 13 at 5:52 p.m., Mission RCMP were called to the area of the 32500-block of Lougheed Highway. Officers discovered a man suffering from a stab wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Witnesses identified a 37-year-old suspect who was taken into custody.

IHIT took conduct of the investigation and continues to work closely in partnership with the Mission RCMP, the BC Coroners Service and the RCMP Integrated Forensic Identification Section (IFIS).

At this time, no charges have been laid, though the suspect who was arrested remains in custody.

IHIT is asking anyone with information about the incident, who has yet to speak with police, to contact IHIT directly at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or by email at ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.