Man dies after late-night shooting at Abbotsford park-and-ride, homicide team takes over

A man has died after a reported shooting at a park-and-ride lot in Abbotsford late Sunday night, according to a police news release.

Abbotsford Police say patrol officers were called to the Whatcom Road Park & Ride at about 11:11 p.m. on March 23, where a large encampment is currently located. Officers found a man with life-threatening injuries. He was taken to hospital but later died.

Police say the investigation is in its early stages and the case is being treated as a targeted incident. No arrests have been made.

The Abbotsford Police Department Major Crime Unit is handing the investigation to the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team, which has jurisdiction over homicides in the region and is expected to provide further updates.

Authorities have not released the victim’s identity and have not confirmed any suspect information. It is not clear if there is any ongoing risk to the public.