Key Moments
Start of Cory Vallee's Trial
The trial of Cory Vallee began on February 6, 2017, in B.C. Supreme Court.Guilty Verdict
Cory Vallee was found guilty of first degree murder and conspiracy to murder.Investigation Complexity and Collaboration
The investigation was long, complex, and involved cooperation from IHIT, CFSEU-BC, and various domestic and foreign partner agencies.Commitment to Community Safety
Authorities emphasized their persistence in holding gang and gun violence offenders accountable to protect communities.For Immediate Release: June 1, 2018
IHIT File: 2009-1137
Cory Vallee found guilty of first degree murder and conspiracy to murder
On February 6, 2017, the trial of Cory Vallee began in B.C. Supreme Court.
Today, Mr. Vallee was found guilty of first degree murder and conspiracy to murder.
“This was a long, complex and resource intensive investigation,” says Superintendent Donna Richardson, Officer-in-Charge of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team. “I would like to acknowledge the dedication and tireless efforts of investigators from IHIT and CFSEU-BC as well as our numerous domestic and foreign partner agencies that contributed to this investigation.”
“The sustained cooperation, hard work and persistence of IHIT and CFSEU-BC members has contributed to this result today. Officers and support staff from numerous agencies have also assisted over these past seven years,” says Assistant Commissioner Kevin Hackett, the Chief Officer of the CFSEU-BC. “The result should also serve as a reminder to those who threaten our communities with gang and gun violence, we will not rest until they are held to account.”
Sentencing will be scheduled for a later date.
Click here for previous news release dated January 24, 2011
Click here for previous news release dated August 18, 2014
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Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT)
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CFSEU-BC Media Spokesperson: Sgt. Brenda Winpenny
The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of BC
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