Coquitlam RCMP are inviting the public to a community outreach event following the recent shooting near Foster Avenue and North Road in Coquitlam on Sunday, July 2.
The shooting, which resulted in the death of a 25-year-old man, was an "isolated incident," and took place at 9:20 p.m. that evening.
In addition to an ongoing investigation by the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team, police are hoping to respond to concerns following the serious incident.
According to a press release, this community event will provide residents and businesses an opportunity to ask questions about community safety in their neighbourhood.
“We understand that people have questions and concerns around community safety following serious incidents, such as public shootings,” said media relations officer Cpl. Alexa Hodgins.
“The Burquitlam Community Police Office will be open to the public on Wednesday, July 12 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for residents to voice their concerns, ask questions and connect with resources.”
The event will be an opportunity for the public to engage with Coquitlam RCMP by addressing community concerns by providing emotional support, education and access to additional resources onsite.
These resources will include: victim services, community police volunteers, police officers, home and personal safety information, and Block Watch information.
Event details:
- Wednesday, July 12, 2023
- Burquitlam Community Police Office located at 557 Emerson Street, Coquitlam
- 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
- Drop in - No RSVP required
The event follows a request for more information into the investigation after a Kia Niro believed to be implicated in the shooting was found torched in Port Moody's Rocky Point Park last week.
The vehicle had earlier been caught on camera near the Burquitlam tower where Karnvir Singh Garcha was killed.
Anyone with more information is encouraged to call to IHIT's information line at 1-877-551-4448 or email [email protected].
