RCMP in Nanaimo say three suspects arrested in relation to a fatal shooting in Nanaimo on Thursday have ties to the ongoing Lower Mainland gang conflict but have been released from custody. On Saturday investigators said the violence is part of a series of shootings that have occurred across the Lower Mainland this year. Police said tips from the public around the shooting helped police locate and arrest the suspects. (Nanaimo RCMP)Police seize SUVInvestigators have seized a pearl-white 2003 Cadillac Escalade SUV that was observed around Nanaimo in the days prior to the shooting. They are also seeking any witnesses to the shooting who have not yet contacted Nanaimo RCMP.

Source: CBC News May 23, 2021 00:00 UTC