Homicide investigators were on scene of a Chilliwack murder Tuesday morning.
The shooting, which the Integrated Homicide Investigative Team says was not random, occurred Monday evening at around 7:20 p.m. in the 46000 block of Princess Avenue.
Early reports say a 33-year-old man was shot in the face. Paramedics attended but the victim died at the scene.
The victim has been identified Dave Williams, a former Chilliwack secondary student and father of three.
According to police, information so far indicates there was an altercation that resulted in a shooting.
“A number of witnesses have come forward and from this, Investigators are piecing together the circumstances leading up to the death of Mr. Williams. We continue to seek the assistance of anyone who was in the area of Princess Avenue at approximately 7:00 p.m. last night.” Says Sgt. Stephanie Ashton, Media Relations Officer for IHIT.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact the IHIT information line at 1-877-551-IHIT(4448) or email ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Anonymous can be made by contacting Crimestoppers on the web at solvecrime.ca or by phone at 1-800-222-8477.