Vancouver Island Homicide Investigators Search Home and Business After Targeted Killing
Homicide investigators on Vancouver Island are currently searching a home and business in connection to a targeted killing that occurred on Monday evening.
According to police, the incident took place in the 2700 block of Rock City Road in Nanaimo. The victim, who has not been identified, was found with gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Vancouver Island Integrated Major Crime Unit (VIIMCU) has taken over the investigation and is currently searching a residence and business in the area. The search is expected to continue for several days.
Police have not released any information about potential suspects or a motive for the killing. However, they have confirmed that the victim was known to them and that this was not a random act of violence.
Residents in the area have expressed shock and concern over the incident, with many saying that the neighbourhood is typically quiet and safe.
The VIIMCU is asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward and speak with investigators. They are also asking for any surveillance footage or dashcam footage from the area that may have captured the incident.
This is a developing story and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. Our thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends during this difficult time.
