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Man charged in Vernon, B.C., homicide

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 22 Sep, 2021 04:36 PM
  • Man charged in Vernon, B.C., homicide

VERNON, B.C. - A man has been charged with second-degree murder after a fatal shooting in British Columbia's Interior on Monday.

RCMP say they responded to reports of shooting near Vernon and discovered a man's body at the scene.

They say a man was arrested later the same day near Armstrong, B.C.

The Mounties say the 46-year-old suspect faces a charge of second-degree murder.

Sgt. Janelle Shoihet says in a statement police are asking anyone who may have more information about incident to contact them.

Police did not release any further details.

 

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