News release

Prince George RCMP investigate weekend shooting

January 22, 2026 - Prince George, British Columbia
From: Prince George RCMP

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File #2026-1747

Prince George RCMP is currently investigating a shooting that occurred over the weekend following reports of a motor vehicle collision on the 1300-block of Porter Ave. 

The incident occurred shortly after 7:30 p.m., on Saturday, January 17, 2026, when frontline police officers attended the scene of a vehicle that had collided with an unoccupied vehicle. Frontline officers located a single victim, 37-year-old male, who was taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

“Based on initial information, this was likely a targeted event and there is no increased risk to the general public. The investigation is currently with our Investigative Support Team, which is actively looking to identify any individuals involved,” says Cst. Jenna Moore, Media Relations Officer for the Prince George RCMP. 

Investigators are looking for any dash camera, cell phone or video surveillance footage from the area between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., or to speak with anyone who witnessed the incident and has not already spoken with police. Please contact the Prince George RCMP non-emergency line at 250-561-3300 with any information. 

If you have any information about this or any other criminal offence, please contact the Prince George RCMP at (250)561-3300 or anonymously contact Crime Stoppers at 1(800)222-8477 or online at www.northernbccrimestoppers.ca (English only).  You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers. If you provide information that leads to an arrest or recovery of stolen property, you could be eligible for a cash reward.

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