Large police presence descends on Surrey neighbourhood after shooting at business
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Police were called to a shooting in Surrey's Fleetwood neighbourhood Wednesday afternoon.
There was a large police presence, including officers from the Surrey Police Service, the RCMP Surrey Provincial Operations Support Unit and an emergency response team.
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Multiple ambulances were also called to the scene.
The response was concentrated outside a commercial building on 84 Avenue near 159 Street.
The number and nature of any potential injuries remain unclear.
Surrey police are expected to provide an update Wednesday evening.
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