British Columbia

Man, 25, shot dead in Abbotsford mall parking lot: police

The RCMP's Integrated Homicide Investigation Team is investigating what appears to be a targeted shooting Saturday evening after a 25-year-old man died on scene from injuries consistent with gunshot wounds.

Investigators believe the incident could be targeted, say Abbotsford police

A picture of the chest of an IHIT officer, with the words 'HOMICIDE' clearly visible.
Police are investigating after a fatal shooting Saturday evening. (Ben Nelms/CBC)

The RCMP's Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) is investigating what appears to be a targeted shooting in an Abbotsford mall parking lot Saturday evening.

Officers said they responded to a reported shooting around 5:50 p.m. in the 32900-block of South Fraser Way, which is home to the Sevenoaks Shopping Centre.

A 25-year-old man was found suffering life-threatening injuries consistent with gunshot wounds, according to police. While first aid was provided immediately, he died on the scene. 

B.C. Emergency Health Services confirmed three ambulances attended the scene, and paramedics cared for one patient but did not take anyone to the hospital. 

"The investigation is in the preliminary stages, with early indications suggesting this incident is targeted," said Abbotsford police in a news release issued Saturday. 

Investigators are asking anyone with information, dashcam footage or CCTV from the area to contact the IHIT information line at 1-877-551-4448.