The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a man who died following an interaction with police in Surrey on July 18, 2015.

The man is Hudson Daryl Willis Brooks, aged 20, a resident of Surrey.

Mr. Brooks was shot during an encounter with Surrey RCMP which occurred about 2:20 a.m. on July 18, in the 1800-block of 152 Avenue in Surrey. Mr. Brooks was deceased at the scene.

The BC Coroners Service and the Independent Investigations Office (IIO) continue to investigate this death.

The family of Mr. Brooks has been notified of his death. On behalf of family members, the BC Coroners Service asks that the media respect their privacy at this difficult time.

For further information, please contact:

Barb McLintock
Coroner, Strategic Programs
BC Coroners Service
250 356-9253