SURREY, B.C. — A car crash in Surrey, B.C., has turned into a suspicious death investigation.
Police say a car struck a tree around 9 p.m. Friday at 79th Avenue and 123 Street, and officers found a man suffering injuries that were not consistent with the crash.
The man was rushed to hospital, but died from his injuries.
The victim's age and name have not been released.
The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team has taken over the case, saying the man's death is suspicious.
IHIT believes the homicide in Surrey last night was targeted. No further details expected prior to Monday.
— IHIT (@HomicideTeam) March 12, 2016
Investigators are gathering evidence.
Anyone with information about the suspicious death is asked to contact IHIT at 1-877-551-4448 or email ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca. Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or solvecrime.ca.