Surrey RCMP is investigating a shooting in the Newton area of Surrey Monday afternoon. At approximately 4:10 pm Surrey RCMP responded to a report of shots fired at a vehicle near 76 Avenue and 148 Street. A male suffering from what is believed to be non-life threatening injuries was taken to a local area hospital where he is being treated.  

By DESIBUZZCanada Staff

SURREY – Surrey RCMP is investigating a shooting in the Newton area of Surrey Monday afternoon.

At approximately 4:10 pm Surrey RCMP responded to a report of shots fired at a vehicle near 76 Avenue and 148 Street. A male suffering from what is believed to be non-life threatening injuries was taken to a local area hospital where he is being treated.  

The initial investigation indicates that a white van was seen fleeing the scene.

Police will be working to determine if a subsequent vehicle fire found nearby at 147 Street and 69 Avenue is connected to the shooting investigation.

Officers are in the area and will conduct neighbourhood canvassing and speaking with witnesses to obtain further information. The investigation is still in its early stages and police are working to determine a possible motive.

Anyone with more information, including dash cam footage is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 and quote file 2023-59069. If you wish to make an anonymous report, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or www.solvecrime.ca.