The investigation into the killing of a young Penticton man one year ago this week remains open, with RCMP yet to make any arrests.
Taig Savage, 22, was found in a sports field at Penticton Secondary School just before 6 a.m. on Sept. 5, 2021, unresponsive and laying in a pool of blood. He was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital.
At the time, RCMP offered little insight on what happened to the young man, who was described by many in the aftermath of his killing as well-liked and “happy, go-lucky.”
His mother, however, has always contended that he was the victim of a swarming.
“There was definitely more than one person involved,” Tracey Savage said at the time.
In a recent Facebook post, she reiterated that view, noting that her son was beaten to death, and imploring any witnesses to come forward.
RCMP said that while no arrests have been made to date, a fulsome investigation into the matter continues, including a “detailed forensic and technological investigation of evidence.”
RCMP added that Penticton and area community support has been significant.
Taig Savage was a graduate of Princess Margaret Secondary and attended Okanagan College in the construction trades program.
Any witnesses or anyone with information can call Penticton RCMP at 250-492-4300.