Campbell River RCMP are looking for public assistance to locate assault suspect

Campbell River

2023-11-29 08:42 PST

File # 2023-16713

The Campbell River RCMP are asking for the public's assistance to locate and identify a suspect after a firearm was discharged in a wooded area south of Campbell River on November 23rd, 2023.

A 911 call was received shortly after 1 pm on November 23rd, directing police to a wooded area off of York Road that is popular with off road vehicle enthusiasts. 

While collecting firewood in the area, the victim was confronted by a man operating a side by side. The suspect pulled out a firearm and fired it near the victim and then proceeded to assault him.

The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 50-60 years old, under 6ft tall, and has a husky build. He was operating a blue sport style side by side. 

Police are asking anyone with information to contact the Campbell River RCMP at 250-286-6221. Please quote file 2023-16713

Released by

Cst. Maury Tyre

Email: maury.tyre@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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