A homicide investigation is underway in Abbotsford, B.C., after a man was shot near the Townline Hill neighbourhood Monday morning.
On social media, the Abbotsford Police Department reported its officers were on scene near the corner of Ridgeview and Summit drives, where a man was shot just before 9:30 a.m.
“As a precaution, three nearby schools were briefly placed under a shelter-in-place protocol. No students were harmed or directly impacted,” the police department said.
“A significant police presence will remain in the area throughout the day supporting the ongoing investigation.”
A police spokesperson later confirmed to CBC News they were looking into a homicide and more details are expected.
More to come.
