Vancouver police investigate stabbing death on Commercial Drive
33-year-old Vancouver man died of a stab wound Thursday night
A Vancouver man who was stabbed near Commercial Drive Thursday night has died of his injuries.
On Saturday, police identified the man as 33-year-old Joseph Glen Jandrew.
Police say he is Vancouver's 16th homicide victim this year.
Joseph Glen Jandrew, age 33, has been identified as the victim in the Commercial Drive homicide on October 12th. <a href="https://t.co/Sm3dh0YNYr">https://t.co/Sm3dh0YNYr</a>
—@VancouverPDVancouver Fire and Rescue called police after discovering the victim close to the Tim Hortons near Commercial Drive and East First Avenue around 9:30 p.m. PT.
The man was suffering from a stab wound. He was rushed to hospital, but later died of his injuries.
Police have not yet made any arrests.
At this point, investigators say they do not believe it was a random assault.
Since the event took place during a time when lots of bystanders were present, police are asking for witnesses to come forward to provide any information.
"No matter how small you think it is, give us a call," said Constable Jason Doucette.
They can call detectives at 604-717-2500 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.