IHIT called to Burnaby to investigate homicide
Burnaby, Public Alert
2024-06-18 11:24 PDT
File # 2024-20201
IHIT has been called to Burnaby after a stabbing which has left one man deceased.
On Monday, June 17, 2024, at approximately 6:15 p.m., Burnaby RCMP frontline officers responded to a report of a stabbing in the 3800-block of 1st Avenue (near Ingleton Avenue). When officers arrived on scene, they located a male victim on the ground, unconscious, with life-threatening injuries. Burnaby Fire Department and Emergency Health Services also attended the scene. First responders attempted life saving measures, however, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police will remain on scene throughout the evening and are asking the public to avoid the area while the investigation continues.
IHIT has been notified and has taken conduct of the investigation. Further details will be handled by the IHIT Media Relations Officer.
Homicide investigators are looking to speak to any witnesses or anyone with dash-cam video in the area between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the IHIT Information Line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or email ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
Released by:
Cpl. Michael KalanjMedia Relations Officer
Burnaby RCMP
6355 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby, BC, V5G 2J2
Office: 604-646-9566
Fax: 604-646-9704
Email:
burnaby_rcmp_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: burnaby.rcmp.ca
Follow Us:
- Date modified: