RONALD Joseph Campbell, 42, has been charged with first-degree murder of Yasin Khan who was shot and killed in May 2021 in Nanaimo.

According to a media report, Yasin Khan was linked to the Red Scorpion-Kang group.

The shooting occurred at approximately 3:30 p.m. on May 20, 2021, in the parking lot of a Wendy’s restaurant in Rock City Plaza located at 2980 Island Highway.

One male was found deceased from apparent gunshot wounds in a parked vehicle.

Officers arrested several individuals at the Best Western Hotel on Metral Drive. A vehicle associated to these individuals was seized. The Best Western hotel was secured for a period of time while officers searched the interior of the building for any forensic evidence related to the shooting.

“This shooting was carried out in a public place and in broad daylight. It takes time to gather the necessary evidence to support a charge of murder. I would like to acknowledge the dedication and tenacity shown by the officers of our Serious Crime Section who led this complex investigation and worked with several police agencies, RCMP Forensic Services, the BC Prosecution Service, and the general public,” said Inspector Andrew Burton, Acting Officer in Charge of the Nanaimo RCMP.

Campbell is currently in custody.

As this matter is now before the courts, police said that no further statement will be issued.