Surrey, B.C. — The Independent Investigations Office of BC (IIO) is investigating a police-involved shooting incident in Surrey.
Information provided by the RCMP states that at about 2:40 p.m. February 9, 2025, police responded to reports of a person with a weapon at an elementary school near 70 Avenue and 185 Street.
There was reportedly an interaction between the person and police during which shots were fired by police. The person sustained a gunshot-related injury and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The IIO was notified shortly after the incident occurred and has begun an investigation. Initial investigative steps will seek to determine if police actions were necessary, reasonable, and proportionate in the circumstances.
The IIO is asking that anyone who saw or who has video footage of the incident to please contact the IIO’s Witness Line toll-free at 1-855-446-8477