Delta Shooting Leaves Teenager Seriously Injured at Fred Gingell Park

Police are seen in Delta on Saturday September 20, 2025. (CityNews Image)

Delta, B.C. — A 17-year-old male remains in hospital with serious injuries following a targeted shooting in Delta on Friday evening.

Delta Shooting Investigation

The Delta Police Department said officers were dispatched at approximately 8:15 p.m. on September 19, 2025, to reports of gunfire in the 900 block of English Bluff Road, near Fred Gingell Park.

The victim, identified only as a teenager from another Lower Mainland community, was travelling with a group of high school students on a party bus. The bus had made a stop at the park when the shooting occurred.

Police confirmed the teen was struck by gunfire and transported to hospital. His injuries were described as serious.

Investigation

Investigators believe the incident was targeted. No arrests have been made.

A newer model silver or grey Toyota Camry was seen fleeing the area shortly after the shooting. Detectives are seeking any dashcam or CCTV footage that may show the vehicle or suspects.

Police have conducted door-to-door canvassing in the surrounding neighbourhood as part of their investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Delta Police Department at 604-946-4444 or email tips@deltapolice.ca.

Police Statements

In a statement released on Saturday, the Delta Police confirmed the victim was not from Delta and that the shooting took place while the group was visiting. Authorities emphasized that the case is under active investigation.

Community and Context

The shooting took place near Fred Gingell Park, a public area overlooking the Tsawwassen bluffs. Police said there was no indication of risk to the wider public beyond the targeted incident.

According to Delta Police crime reporting data, the municipality has generally recorded lower violent crime rates compared to other Metro Vancouver jurisdictions. However, targeted incidents, while less frequent, have occurred in past years.

Current Status

• Victim: 17-year-old male, serious injuries, hospital care.

• Suspect vehicle: silver or grey newer model Toyota Camry.

• Police activity: canvassing, collecting video, ongoing investigation.

• Public appeal: witnesses and anyone with footage urged to come forward.

  
  

The investigation remains active, and no further details about suspects or motive have been released.