News release

26-year-old Abbotsford man now charged with first-degree murder

February 4, 2026 - Abbotsford, British Columbia
From: IHIT

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IHIT File: 2026-66

Background:

At approximately 11:42 a.m. today, Abbotsford Police Department (AbbyPD) Patrol officers responded to a report of a suspicious circumstance at a local hotel in the 32100 block of Marshall Road.

Upon arrival, officers secured the scene and confirmed the incident was contained to a room within the hotel. Further evidence was quickly obtained, confirming the incident as a homicide. One man was arrested and remained in police custody pending further investigation.

AbbyPD confirmed this was an isolated incident and not believed to be connected to ongoing extortions.

Update:

On January 16, 2026 the BC Prosecution Service laid charges of second-degree murder and indignity to human remains against 26-year-old Sondeep Singh Gill, of Abbotsford in relation to this investigation.

The victim has been identified as a 30-year-old woman who was residing in Abbotsford. The details about the relationship between the woman and Mr. Gill are subject to the ongoing investigation.

The quick response and strong investigational work from AbbyPD officers and the investigative team at IHIT was instrumental in getting the investigation to this stage,” says Corporal Sukhi Dhesi, Media Relations Officer for IHIT. “Our thoughts and condolences are with the family, friends and loved ones of the woman during this difficult time.”

Update (2026-02-04):

IHIT continued its investigation into the homicide of a 30-year-old woman that began on January 15, 2026, for which Sondeep Singh Gill of Abbotsford had been previously arrested and charged.

As a result of further efforts by IHIT investigators, on February 3, 2026, the BC Prosecution Service approved an upgraded charge from second-degree murder to first-degree murder. Mr. Gill has also been charged with one count of indignity to human remains.

“Despite charges having already been laid, IHIT investigators did not stop their investigation there,” says Sgt. Freda Fong of IHIT. “Murder is the most serious offence which is why we must strive to collect the best evidence available rather than just sufficient evidence, and this case is a good example of that.”

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