Eslakhian was known to police and the shooting was targeted but unrelated to the ongoing gang conflict in the Lower Mainland, IHIT said in a written statement. Police responded to reports of a shooting around 1:00 am. on June 30 near Davies Avenue and Raleigh Street. The victim was found dead at the scene. IHIT said it is putting together a timeline of Eslahian’s movements and wants to talk to people about his activities before the shooting. Police are also looking for any dashcam or video footage from the area in and around Hastings Street and Lougheed Highway between 10pm on June 29 and 2am. of June 30. IHIT is asking anyone with information to call 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or email [email protected]
