British Columbia

1 dead, 1 injured after overnight shooting in Surrey

A man is dead and a woman is in hospital in serious condition after an overnight shooting in south Surrey.

RCMP said the shooting does not appear to be random

Police tape at the scene of the shooting death of Nicholas Khabra in October 2017. Brandon Teixeira was charged with first degree murder in connection with that shooting. (Shane MacKichan)

A man is dead and a woman is in hospital in serious condition after an overnight shooting in south Surrey.

According to a release, Surrey RCMP responded to a report of shots fired in the 14300 block of Crescent Road around 2:10 a.m. PT.

Officers found a man suffering from gunshot wounds, who died as a result of his injuries.

RCMP also received a call from a woman suffering from gunshot wounds who had driven herself a short distance away from the scene. She is now in hospital in serious condition.

RCMP said this does not appear to be a random act, and that the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has been called in.

According to the release, the area surrounding the scene will be cordoned off for a "significant" amount of time, and Surrey RCMP warn there may be road closures and disruptions to traffic.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation can call the IHIT information line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448), or remain anonymous by contacting Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).