One man is dead after a shooting near Metropolis at Metrotown in Burnaby on Wednesday night.
Burnaby RCMP officers responded to reports of shots fired in the area of McKay Avenue and Kingsborough Street at around 6:30 p.m.
When officers got to the scene, they discovered a male victim, and despite life-saving efforts, Burnaby RCMP said that the man did not survive.
Shortly after that, Burnaby RCMP officers also located a car on fire that was about a three-minute drive away on Kingsway and Inman Avenue.
Burnaby RCMP warned the public to avoid the area after the shooting.
Police are investigating an incident in the 6200-block of McKay Avenue. There is no risk to public safety at this time. Please avoid the area. pic.twitter.com/7EF0YHd0AA
— Burnaby RCMP (@BurnabyRCMP) November 6, 2025
“While the investigation is still in its early stages, it’s believed the shooting may have been a targeted incident. Police do not believe there is any further risk to the public. Officers will remain in the area gathering evidence as the investigation continues,” Burnaby RCMP said in a release.
The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) was called to the scene following the incident and has taken charge of the investigation.
“Future updates will be shared by the IHIT Media Relations Officer,” RCMP added.
Anyone who might have information related to the incident is being asked to contact IHIT at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or via email.