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Fatal Shooting Near Langley’s Cactus Club
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Investigation Details
Police responded to reports of gunfire outside a busy restaurant in the 6000-block of 200 Street shortly after 9:45 p.m. on Monday. First responders found a 23-year-old man in medical distress; he died at the scene. Multiple vehicles in the parking lot were struck by stray bullets, and several rounds entered the restaurant itself. About 20 minutes later, officers were called to a vehicle fire near 232 Street and 75 Avenue; a burnt sedan was recovered and is believed to have been used in the shooting. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) is treating the attack as targeted, noting the victim had a history of drug-related charges in Manitoba and prior police interactions for gang and weapons associations, though he held no criminal record in B.C. Investigators are canvassing the area for witnesses and dash-camera footage covering the period from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on the night of the incident.
Official Statements
Sgt. Freda Fong of IHIT said the investigation is in its early stages and emphasized the need to establish a timeline of events. She confirmed the victim’s identity will not be released pending family notification and reiterated that the community was “very fortunate” that no one inside the restaurant was injured. Sgt. Zynal Sharoom of the Langley RCMP noted that despite life-saving efforts, the victim succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Political Reaction
BC Conservative Party leader Lorne Doerkson cited the shooting, along with two other recent violent incidents in the Lower Mainland, to criticize the provincial NDP government’s approach to public safety.
Ongoing Appeal for Information
IHIT continues to seek anyone who captured video or observed suspicious activity between the two scenes. Tips can be submitted via the IHIT information line (1-877-551-IHIT) or email (ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca).
Verbatim Quotes
- “We are very fortunate that nobody was injured inside the restaurant, it's a stark reminder of when there's gun violence in the community it could affect anybody — you and I could have been in the restaurant at that time,” — Sgt. Freda Fong, of IHIT
- “Despite life saving efforts, the individual succumbed to their injuries at the scene,” — Sgt. Zynal Sharoom
- “This investigation is in its early stages, and it is essential for investigators to establish a timeline of events leading up to the shooting,” — Sgt. Freda Fong, of IHIT
- “We’re very fortunate that nobody was injured inside the restaurant,” — Sgt. Freda Fong, of IHIT