The victim of a targeted shooting near Guildford Town Centre in Surrey has been identified in an effort to advance the investigation.
Police responded to reports of a shooting near 152nd Street and 104 Avenue in Surrey around 11:40pm on Friday, November 28th.
“Responding officers located a male suffering from life-threatening injuries,” reads a release from police.”Despite life-saving measures, the man died at the scene.”
About 15 minutes after the shooting, a white Dodge Ram pickup truck was found engulfed in flames in the area of 136th Street and 115 Avenue in Surrey.
In an effort to advance the investigation, IHIT has identified the victim as 26-year-old Jaskaran Birring of Chilliwack. Investigators say the victim “had previous interactions with the police and was believed to be involved in the drug trade”.
IHIT
“Early indications suggest this was a targeted incident related to organized crime,” said IHIT. “Investigators are working diligently to determine the circumstances surrounding the homicide and to identify all parties involved.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact IHIT at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or via email at ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
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