UDATE: Explosive device found at shooting scene
UPDATE: Aug.1 12:45 p.m.
Saturday’s shooting of two men in Kelowna appears to be gang related, and may have involved an explosive device.
RCMP responded to a two person shooting in area of Pandosy Street and KLO Road in Kelowna around 7:00 p.m. Saturday.
The male victims were taken to hospital for treatment of their injuries.
West Kelowna resident Kyle Gianis, 37, was treated for non-life threatening injuries and has since been released from hospital.
The second victim, a 25-year-old Surrey man, remains in hospital with what are believed to be life-threatening injuries.
“We have reason to believe this was a targeted attack on these two men,” said Insp. Beth McAndie of the Kelowna RCMP. “Because of his criminal activities and associates, Mr. Gianis poses a threat to our community and the public in general, and we are putting all our resources into investigating this newest incident.”
Witnesses reported a man fleeing the scene in a silver SUV. No arrests have been made at this time.
“While investigating the scene of the shooting, frontline officers located what is believed to be an undetonated improvised explosive device,” stated Cpl. Jocelyn Noseworthy, Media Relations Officer for the Kelowna RCMP. “Police immediately cordoned off the area. It will remain closed until officers with the RCMP Explosives Disposal Unit have safely dealt with the device.”
No further information is being released at this time, but RCMP are urging anyone who witnessed or has knowledge of this crime to come forward to speak with police immediately at 250-762-3300, or remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or by leaving a tip online at www.crimestoppers.net
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Two men injured in shooting July 31 2021
RCMP are looking for suspects after a shooting in Kelowna.
Police were called to the area of Pandosy Street and KLO Road around 7:00 p.m. Saturday for a report of shots being fired.
Officers located two adult male victims suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The men were taken to hospital. The seriousness of their injuries is not yet known.
No arrests have been made at this time, but this incident is believed to be targeted.
“Officers remain on scene conducting neighbourhood canvassing, speaking with witnesses, and gathering physical evidence,” stated Cpl. Jocelyn Noseworthy, Media Relations Officer. “The investigation is still in its early stages and officers will be in the area for an undetermined period of time.”
No further information is being released at this time, but RCMP are urging anyone who witnessed or has knowledge of this crime to come forward to speak with police immediately.
Anyone with any additional information is asked to contact the Kelowna RCMP at 250-762-3300. Or remain completely anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or by leaving a tip online at www.crimestoppers.net