P.E.I. RCMP confirms man who died after shots fired at vehicle was struck by bullets
Prince Edward Island RCMP is confirming an unidentified man who died Friday after a 'targeted' shooting incident in the western part of the province was injured by the shots fired.
RCMP said officers were called to a report of shots fired into a vehicle on Route 125 (Hackmatack Road) in Urbainville around 8 p.m. Friday. Police said a vehicle involved in the incident appeared to have crashed into a ditch, striking a telephone pole.
The unidentified man, who police believe was the driver, was pronounced dead at the scene
'His cause of death is still under investigation at the coroner's office. A 50-year-old woman, also an occupant of the vehicle, was transported to Hospital with serious injuries. Both families have requested the public respect their privacy during this difficult time,' reads a news release from P.E.I. RCMP.
Police believe there was another vehicle at the scene and that it is an isolated incident.
'Police are also investigating a burned vehicle located in Saint Lawrence, near Miminegash in Prince County, which was reported to RCMP at approximately 8:15 a.m. on Saturday August 9. This vehicle may be linked to the case,' reads the release.
The RCMP says the investigation is ongoing, adding extensive resources have been deployed, but no arrests have been made.
'As this investigation progresses, Islanders can rest assured that we will share what we can. We take Islanders safety very seriously and our thoughts are with the victim's family,' reads the release.
Police ask anyone with information that can assist with the investigation, including dash-cam video, to contact West Prince RCMP at 902-853-9300, East Prince RCMP at 902-436-9300, or PEI Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
For more P.E.I. news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
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