LANGLEY RCMP are investigating a morning shooting at 216 Street and Fraser Highway that left one victim seriously injured.

On Thursday just before 8:30 a.m., police received numerous reports of shots being fired in the area of 216 Street and Fraser Highway. Officers attended and began first aid on the victim suffering from injuries related to the shooting. BC Emergency Health Services attended and continued caring for the victim, who was transported to hospital.

“This location, especially at this time of day, is very busy with both foot and vehicle traffic,” said Cpl. van Herk. “Although the investigation is in its very early stages, this appears to be a targeted incident with no other reported injuries. Police believe there is no ongoing risk to public safety in the area.”
At 8:45 a.m., police were advised of a vehicle fire in the area of 68 Avenue and 229 Street which is believed to be related to this incident.

Langley RCMP Serious Crime Section has assumed conduct of the investigation. Victim Services is engaged.

Police are requesting anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or may have dash-cam, home security or cellphone video from the area or surrounding streets of the shooting or the vehicle fire to contact them at 604-532-3200.