Police looking into whether shootings related to ongoing Lower Mainland gang war
Coquitlam RCMP are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam video following a shooting on Jan. 6, making it the third shooting in three days.
Coquitlam RCMP Frontline officers responded to a shooting in the area of Westwood Street and Glen Drive in Coquitlam, at approximately 4:14 p.m. on Saturday. Responding officers located one man suffering from life-threatening injuries. He was taken to hospital. Two suspects were seen running away from the scene.
“We understand that these last three days have been incredibly stressful to the community and we want to assure the public that our officers are working tirelessly to advance all of these investigations,” said Inspector Darren Carr, Operations Support Officer for Coquitlam RCMP. “Public safety is our top priority. These incidents are isolated, targeted and involving a small group of individuals.”
Coquitlam RCMP are asking for information from anyone who may have witnessed the shooting that occurred this evening on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024 in the area of Westwood Street and Glen Drive between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. to contact Police. Investigators are also asking anyone who may have dash-cam, cellphone or home surveillance video to contact Coquitlam RCMP.
The second shooting occurred on Jan. 5 around 10:30 p.m. in the area of David Avenue and Mitchell Street in Coquitlam. A victim wasn’t injured.
The first shooting was just before 3 p.m. on Jan. 4. Coquitland RCMP officers responded after reports that multiple individuals had shot at a vehicle and were pointing a firearm.
Responding officers located bullet holes and casings in the area.
Police quickly located two suspects believed to be involved in the shooting.
There are no reported injuries at the time.
Coquitlam General Investigation Section (GIS) is investigating. RCMP are looking into whether the shootings are related to the ongoing Lower Mainland gang war.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550 and quote file number 2024-518.
