Prince George RCMP's serious crime unit is investigating the city's third homicide of the year.
Police were called to a report of gunshots on Sunday shortly after 8:30 p.m. in the 1800 block of Spruce Street and found a male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.
Police provided medical attention to the man until ambulance personnel arrived to transport the male to hospital. The victim did not survive his injuries.
"This is the third targeted homicide in Prince George since the beginning of 2022. The investigation to date indicates this is a targeted shooting and we do not believe there is an increased risk to the public as a result," Cpl. Jennifer Cooper said.
Investigators are asking that anyone with video surveillance or dash cam footage recorded between 8 and 8:30 p.m. in the area on the night in question to contact police a 250-561-3300. Quote file number 2022-10213.
As well, anyone with information on the incident is also asked to contact RCMP.
Tips can also be left anonymously at Northern B.C. Crime Stoppers, 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.northernbccrimestoppers.ca (English only).
You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers. If you provide information that leads to an arrest or recovery of stolen property, you could be eligible for a cash reward.
Two other homicides this year remain under investigation:
- On January 25, police were called to a home at the corner of Porter Avenue and Oak Street in the VLA where they found a man suffering serious injuries who later died in hospital.
- On March 12, police were called to a report of a suspicious death at a 600-block Irwin Street home.
