VPD investigates homicide at CRAB Park and appeals for witnesses

Vancouver Police (VPD) are investigating the city’s sixth homicide of the year after a man died of his injuries at CRAB Park early Sept. 23.

Police were called shortly before 7 a.m. to the park at 101 E. Waterfront Road following reports of a man in medical distress. Despite life-saving efforts by first responders, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

There are no known suspects, and the victim’s identity has not yet been confirmed. Investigators are asking anyone who was in or near CRAB Park between 9 p.m. on Sept. 22 and 7 a.m. on Sept. 23 to contact the VPD Homicide Unit at 604-717-2500.