By The Canadian Press

Fatal Abbotsford shooting linked to B.C. gang conflict: police

Jan 9, 2026 | 5:13 PM

ABBOTSFORD — Police in Abbotsford, B.C., say they are investigating a fatal shooting tied to the B.C. gang conflict.

They say officers responded to the scene shortly before 1 p.m. on Friday, following a report of a shooting on Siskin Drive.

Police say they found an injured man inside a home but he died at the scene despite the efforts of first responders.

There has been a rise in extortion-related violence against B.C.’s South Asian community, involving shootings targeting homes and businesses.

However, police say the Abbotsford shooting isn’t related to extortion.

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Police are appealing for witnesses and people with any information related to the shooting to contact them.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 9, 2026.

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