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House in Maple Ridge hit by gunfire

Darpan News Desk Maple Ridge RCMP, 13 Mar, 2023 11:08 AM
  • House in Maple Ridge hit by gunfire

Ridge Meadows RCMP confirm they are investigating an incident where a residence was hit by gunfire.

On Sunday night at 9, police received multiple reports of what sounded like shots fired in the 21700 block area of Mountainview Crescent. Upon arrival, police quickly discovered evidence of gunfire and the area was immediately cordoned. 

According to Mounties, one residence in the area was hit by gunfire. The residence was occupied at the time of the incident but no gunshot injuries occurred. The victims are cooperating with the police investigation. Additionally, a car fire was reported in the 27100 block of 104 avenue shortly after the initial incident and police are working to determine if the two incidents are linked.

The investigation is in the early stages however, police do not believe this incident is related to the IHIT investigation that occurred in the 21800 block of 122 Avenue on March 4th.

If you have any information and/or home security footage from the area of Mountainview Crescent or the 27100 block of 104 Avenue and have not already spoken to police please call Ridge Meadows RCMP. 

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