Bullets hit two homes in Abbotsford; suspect at large

Police in Abbotsford are looking for a suspect who fled after shooting at two homes Monday morning.

Officers responded to a report of shots fired at a home in the 2900-block of Flagman Place around 5:30 a.m.

Police say, just minutes earlier, a man left his home and walked toward his truck when he heard the sound of a vehicle’s engine nearby. Suddenly, a man dressed in dark clothing moved towards him and began shooting.

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The potential victim quickly scrambled back into his house.

Investigators say he was extremely lucky not to have been struck by bullets that ultimately hit his home and a neighbouring residence.

The suspect fled in a waiting vehicle that was described as a dark four-door sedan.

They are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information to come forward.

Anyone with information should contact the APD at 604-859-5225, text at 222973 (abbypd) or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.