Second-degree murder charge sworn in relation to the Miguel Suzor homicide

December 4, 2025 - Vernon, British Columbia
From: Vernon North Okanagan RCMP

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BC RCMP Major Crime Unit

File: 2023-11250

On July 2, 2023, the body of a 30-year-old Miguel Suzor was discovered on a forest service road, near Vernon, British Columbia.

With assistance from the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP, the BC RCMP Major Crime Unit subsequently took conduct of the investigation.

After a lengthy and thorough investigation, information was presented to the BC Prosecution Service.

On December 1, 2025, the BC Prosecution Service approved a charge of second-degree murder against Dale Christopher Lloyd Babiy of Vernon, BC. Mr. Babiy was arrested by the BC RCMP Major Crime Unit and he remains in custody.

The BC RCMP Major Crime Unit along with several Okanagan RCMP Detachments and Southeast District specialized units contributed to the collection of evidence and eventual charge being laid in this investigation.

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