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May 6, 2026 2:38 PM - Connect Newsroom - Ramandeep Kaur with files from The Canadian Press

Kamloops RCMP investigate targeted overnight shooting as homicide

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Kamloops RCMP officers are investigating a fatal overnight shooting in the city.(Photo: The Canadian Press)

Police in Kamloops are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred overnight, with investigators confirming the case is being treated as a homicide.

According to a statement from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, officers have released few details about the circumstances of the shooting, but say early evidence suggests the attack was targeted.

Mounties have not disclosed the exact location of the incident. However, police are asking anyone who was in the 200 block of Columbia Street between 1 a.m. and 3 a.m. to contact investigators. They are also seeking dashcam footage from the area during that time frame.

Police said the identity of the victim will not be released until next of kin have been notified.

The investigation remains ongoing, and no suspect information has been made public.

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