A targeted Friday night shooting in North Delta has sent one person to hospital.
At approximately 7:50 p.m., on April 28, Delta Police responded to 911 calls reporting a shooting that had occurred in the 7800 block of 119th Street.
“Upon arrival, our officers located one male with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. Emergency medical care was provided at the scene and the victim has been transported to the hospital for medical treatment. The suspect fled the scene in a dark SUV before officers arrived,” said Acting Insp. James Sandberg, media spokesperson for Delta Police.
The victim is known to police and is involved in the British Columbia Gang Conflict. Officers believe the shooting was targeted, said Sandberg.
“Officers will be conducting a witness and video canvass in the area. If you are a witness, have video of this shooting, or have any related information, please contact the Delta Police Department at 604-946-4411 and quote file number 2023-9588,” added Sandberg.
