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UPDATE: 23-year-old Delta man identified as victim of fatal Surrey shooting

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The victim of a targeted shooting in Surrey is identified
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A man from Delta has been identified as the victim of what police believe to have been a targeted shooting in Surrey.

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) says Pardip Brar, 23-years-old, was shot around 7 p.m. Friday night.

The incident took place in the 6700-block of 137A Street.

According to a release, Brar was found suffering from injuries and taken to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

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Officers canvased the neighbourhood for witnesses, and believe both the victim and suspect knew each other.

Investigators believe the shooting is linked to ongoing gang violence in the region.

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A white SUV and a black sedan were both seen leaving the area after the shooting. IHIT says they are looking for anyone who has information on those two vehicles.

Anybody with any information is asked to contact IHIT or, if they wish to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers.

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