Murder charge escalated for an individual in British Columbia, according to the homicide squad.
In the quiet town of Coquitlam, British Columbia, a tragic incident occurred on the morning of August 1, 2025. At around 6:19 a.m., the Coquitlam RCMP responded to a report of an assault with a weapon in the 400-block of Midvale Street.
Upon arrival, they found a man with serious injuries who was later taken to the hospital. Unfortunately, the victim later succumbed to his injuries, marking the incident as a homicide.
The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has taken over the case, and they have identified the suspect as 59-year-old Steven Mosdell. Initially, Mosdell was charged with aggravated assault, but on August 13, 2025, the BC Prosecution Service upgraded the charge to second-degree murder.
IHIT is still investigating the case and has asked for the public's help. They are particularly interested in any witnesses or dashcam footage taken near the 400 block of Midvale Street between 5:30 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. on Aug. 1. The specific weapon involved in the assault has not been disclosed.
The investigation is ongoing, and IHIT has stated that they will not be releasing further information while the case is before the courts. The victim's name has not been publicly released out of respect for the family's privacy.
The community is urged to come forward with any information they may have that could help in the investigation. Anyone with information is asked to reach out to IHIT.
The IHIT team is continuing to work diligently to gather evidence and piece together the events that led to this unfortunate incident. The investigation is taking place in the area around Midvale Street in Coquitlam, BC.
As the investigation continues, the community of Coquitlam hopes for closure and justice in this tragic case.
- The local news outlets in Coquitlam have been covering the homicide case extensively, with daily updates on the investigation featuring on their general-news segment.
- Meanwhile, various online video platforms are flooded with opinions and analysis about the crime-and-justice situation in Coquitlam, stirring debates among viewers about the politics surrounding the case.