A Richmond man is facing a first degree murder charge in relation to a kidnapping in North Vancouver.
According to the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team, Tian Yi Zhang, 23, one of four suspects in the case, is facing the charge for his part in the kidnapping and death of a 22-year-old man in the early morning hours of Sept. 29.
That was when North Vancouver RCMP responded to a call in the area near Wellington Ave. as part of an active investigation in multiple jurisdictions throughout the Lower Mainland.
One male was found deceased at the scene. Police have not released the victim's identity, and cause of death due to investigative reasons.
But according to Crown prosecutor Brian MacFarlane on Oct. 5, the victim in the kidnapping was Peng Sun.
So far, police have released few details about the case, including whether there is a connection between Sun and any of the accused.
In addition to the murder charge, Zhang also faces charges of kidnapping and indignity to a body.
Zhang appeared in court on Oct. 20 and has been held in custody.
Also charged in connection with the investigation are Casey Hiscoe, Dyllan Green, and Jacob Gorelik.
Green, 20, and Gorelik,18, are also from Richmond and have been released on $5,000 bail. They face charges of indignity to a body.
David Fai, lawyer for Green, said back on Oct. 5, “there’s very little evidence my client knew what was going on.”
Anyone with information regarding this investigation can call the IHIT tipline by calling 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or email at [email protected].
If you wish to remain anonymous provide your anonymous tip information on the web at solvecrime.ca or by phone at 1-800-222-8477.
— with files from Jane Seyd/North Shore News
