Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada: A tragic shooting in Abbotsford, British Columbia, has claimed the life of 68-year-old Indo-Canadian entrepreneur Darshan Singh Sahsi, who was reportedly the victim of a targeted attack.
The incident took place on Monday morning, shortly after 9:20 a.m., when Abbotsford Police Patrol officers responded to reports of gunfire. Upon reaching the scene, authorities located a parked vehicle where Sahsi was found critically injured. Despite emergency medical efforts by first responders, he was pronounced dead at the scene, police confirmed in an official release.
Investigators have determined that the shooting was isolated to the single vehicle involved. So far, no arrests have been made in connection with the case. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has taken over the probe, noting in a statement on social media that the “incident appears to be targeted” and that the investigation is still in its early phase.
Sahsi’s son, Arpan, confirmed his father’s identity to CBC News, expressing disbelief and grief over the killing. “We’re completely devastated—it doesn’t make any sense,” he said, adding that there had been “no threats, blackmail, or extortion” prior to the incident.
Gun-related violence, often linked to extortion rackets, has become increasingly common across the Lower Mainland area of British Columbia, which includes Abbotsford. However, this marks only the second fatal shooting in recent months. Earlier in June, businessman Satwinder Sharma was also shot and killed.
Sahsi was widely respected in the Indo-Canadian community as both a philanthropist and a successful businessman. He owned and operated Canam International, one of the leading global companies in clothing recycling.
According to a 2002 Hindustan Times profile, Sahsi began his career in Rajgarh village near Doraha, Punjab, where he owned a brick kiln before immigrating to Vancouver in 1991. He also managed a plant in Kandla, Gujarat, and a recycling unit in Panipat, Haryana, expanding his business footprint internationally.
Authorities continue to appeal for public assistance as the investigation unfolds.
