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Four Men Seriously Injured in White Rock Shooting: Surveillance Footage Captures Dramatic Incident
Four men are currently in critical condition at a White Rock hospital after sustaining gunshot wounds in an early morning shooting incident. The unsettling episode, which transpired at the intersection of Roper Avenue and Parker Street, was captured by surveillance video, showcasing the dramatic nature of the events.
The White Rock RCMP received multiple reports of gunshots and a vehicle collision around 12:25 a.m., prompting a swift response to the scene. The distressing footage offers a glimpse into a chaotic scene involving at least three individuals brandishing firearms, with one shooter targeting a black SUV using an automatic weapon.
As the SUV attempts to flee, it crashes across the street, marking another point in the intense encounter where additional shots were discharged. Subsequently, one individual is seen fleeing the vicinity in the captured video, underscoring the urgency and severity of the situation.
Neighbours nearby recounted hearing what they initially mistook for fireworks erupting in the early hours of Thursday, further emphasizing the alarming nature of the violent confrontation that unfolded on their streets.
Const. Chantal Sears of the White Rock RCMP has asserted that the incident appears to be a targeted attack, offering reassurance that there is currently no imminent threat to public safety in the area. The investigation is still in its nascent stages, with the General Investigations Unit spearheading efforts to unravel the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
In the aftermath of the incident, the 15600 block of Roper Avenue has been cordoned off in all directions, urging motorists to seek alternative routes to navigate the area. Law enforcement authorities are urging anyone in possession of relevant information, including CCTV or dash camera footage, to come forward and assist in shedding light on the matter.
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