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2nd Calgary teen charged with attempted murder in 2023 B.C. shooting

Surrey RCMP officers respond to reports of a shooting near 76th Avenue and 148th Street on Mon. April 17, 2023. Credit: Shane MacKichan

A second Calgary teen is facing multiple charges, including attempted murder, in relation to a shooting in Surrey, B.C. last year.

The victim was found injured in the Newton neighbourhood near 76th Avenue and 148th Street on April 17, 2023.

While a 19-year-old from Calgary was arrested and charged that summer, Surrey RCMP said their investigation into the shooting has led them to a second suspect from Calgary.

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The male youth was taken into custody on Dec. 14, charged with attempted murder, discharging a firearm with intent, arson damaging property, possession of a prohibited weapon, and possession of a loaded firearm.

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Calgary police helped facilitate his transfer to B.C., RCMP said in a Tuesday news release.

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The 19-year-old from Calgary was also charged last summer with attempted murder, arson, discharging a firearm, and possession of a prohibited weapon and ammunition.

There are no outstanding suspects in the investigation, police added.

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