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Attempted murder charges laid in Surrey shooting

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 25 Jul, 2023 01:22 PM
  • Attempted murder charges laid in Surrey shooting

Charges of attempted murder and arson have been laid against a 19-year-old Calgary man, following a shooting in Surrey on April 17th.

Surrey R-C-M-P say their suspect was picked up in Calgary last Friday and remains in custody in Surrey, awaiting his next court date on August 10th.

Several weapons offences have also been laid after shots were fired at a vehicle in the Newton area, injuring the occupant, who survived.

A white van linked to the shooting was then found on fire a short distance away.

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