Coquitlam shooting sends one man to hospital
Posted March 30, 2021 6:02 am.
Last Updated March 30, 2021 6:05 am.
COQUITLAM (NEWS 1130) – No arrests have been made after a man was shot in Coquitlam Monday night.
The RCMP says officers were called to the area of Decaire Street just off of Brunette Avenue just before 9:30 p.m.
Staff Sergeant Paul Vadik said one man was taken to the hospital. Officers remained on scene into the night to gather evidence.
“We believe there is no further threat to the public in relation to this incident,” he added.
11:28 – #CoquitlamBC – @cqrcmp currently on two scenes.
Scene 1: Decaire St. btwn Brunette Ave. & Rochester Ave.
Scene 2: Brunette Ave. near Cape Horn Ave. (reports police found vehicle on fire)
Avoid both areas, as traffic is blocked.
Waiting on @cqrcmp for details. https://t.co/XiDdzBCFF4 pic.twitter.com/Rwz3gaGOME
— NEWS 1130 Traffic (@NEWS1130Traffic) March 30, 2021
Meanwhile, a car on fire was found near the scene. Investigators have not yet determined if it’s connected to the shooting.
“The investigation’s still unfolding,” Vadik said, noting the vehicle was “close by.”
Corner of Thomas and Casey. It was scary pic.twitter.com/JEqoiForuB
— Alexandria Artiste (@AlexandriaArtBC) March 30, 2021
Police are looking to speak with anyone who may have information about the shooting. You can contact the Coquitlam RCMP at 604.945.1550 or Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.8477.
