IHIT has obtained murder charges in the death of a woman whose remains were found near Stave Lake on Tuesday.
Ryan Jack Armstrong, 29, of Burnaby, was arrested in connection with the homicide; he now faces charges of second-degree murder and Indignity to a human body.
“The victim has been tentatively identified, however confirmation is being sought through an autopsy," said Sgt. Stephanie Ashton, IHIT spokesperson.
"Our early investigative theory supports this as a targeted homicide and it is believed that the victim and suspect were known to each other."
Mission RCMP was called to the area of Florence Lake Service Road just after 5 p.m. on March 29, after receiving a report of found human remains.
"An important piece to this investigation was the support of the public who came forward with information that has aided in the rapid progression from initial investigation to charge approval," added Ashton. "IHIT also credits Mission RCMP with immediate containment of the crime scene and subsequent assistance with managing the investigation as key to ensuring this outcome."
Armstrong appeared in court on March 31 and has been remanded into custody until his next court appearance April 21.