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Homicide team in Burnaby after human remains discovered near park

Remains were found near the 6200-block of Darnley Street

*This story has been updated with the name of the victim.

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team is on scene in Burnaby after human remains were discovered on the edge of a local park area.

In a news release, Cpl. Mike Kalanj says Burnaby RCMP responded to a report of possible human remains near the 6200-block of Darnley Street - west of Kensington Avenue - on Thursday morning (Aug. 12). 

The victim has been identified as 38-year-old Kenneth Thomas Howe, of Surrey.

Investigators are working to develop a timeline of Howe’s activities prior to his death. They are also seeking dash cam video from anyone who was travelling in Burnaby near Norland Avenue and Kensington Avenue north of Highway 1 between 10 p.m. on Aug. 11 and 6 a.m. on Aug. 12.

“Although Mr. Howe was not believed to be involved in the Lower Mainland gang conflict, his death appears to have been targeted,” said Cpl. Tim Pierotti of IHIT, in a statement. “Mr. Howe was known to frequent North Surrey and was always with his dog, Aurora.”

Police are asking anyone that saw anything suspicious in the area of Darnley Street (including Norland Avenue and Kensington Avenue) between 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday to early morning yesterday to contact police. 

If you have information or dash cam video, you are asked to contact the IHIT Information Line at 1-877-551-4448 or email ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.

Police say more details will be provided once available.