IHIT investigating after body found near Golden Ears bridge

Ridge Meadows RCMPand the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team are investigating after a body was found near the Golden Ears Bridge on Sunday morning.

According to a release, just after 11:30 a.m. PT officers from the Ridge Meadows RCMP were called to assist fire services in the 20000-block of Wharf Streetafter hearing a report of adeceased person.

When they arrived at the scene investigators foundthe body of a man who appeared to have been the victim of homicide.

IHITsaid that though the investigation is in its early stages, it appears that the man's death was targeted.

Anyone with information is asked to callthe IHIT Information Line at 1-877-551-4448or email ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477.