The RCMP Major Crimes Unit is investigating a homicide near Strathmore on Wednesday (Sept. 11).
According to a news release, a fire was spotted by a driver near Township Road 233 and Highway 791 at around 1:35 a.m. Emergency crews arrived at the scene and put the fire out, where police discovered a body.
Police believe it was a targeted attack and say there is no danger to the public.
"We have a significant number of resources focused on apprehending the individuals responsible and on protecting the public," wrote the RCMP in a news release. "We ask that the public remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity or tips to the Strathmore RCMP or Crime Stoppers."
An autopsy is scheduled for Thursday (Sept. 12) at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Calgary. Police are looking for any dash camera footage taken in the area between 12:30 a.m. and 2:30 a.m.
RCMP says they would like to talk with anyone who might have footage between those times on Highway 560, west of the Glenmore and Stoney Trail overpass.
If you have dash cam footage near the area, you can contact the Strathmore RCMP at 403-934-3968.
