Second-Degree Murder Charges Laid Against Randy Scott In Death Of Pitt Meadows, B.C., Man

The Canadian Press, 17 Feb, 2016 12:51 PM

MAPLE RIDGE, B.C. — A charge of second-degree murder has been laid against a man after a fatal shooting in Maple Ridge, B.C.

Randy Scott turned himself into police on Tuesday.

The body of 33-year-old Peter Bender was found inside a vehicle in a church parking lot last Dec. 19.

A warrant was issued for Scott a month after Bender's death.

Police say the murder involved a domestic-related incident.

Scott is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday.

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