Edmonton Man Identified as Victim in Highway 2 Shooting; Major Crimes Unit Investigates
Family and friends have identified the victim of a fatal shooting on Highway 2 near Leduc as 22-year-old Birinder Singh from Edmonton. The incident occurred on Saturday, March 14, 2026, and has prompted a major investigation by authorities.
Details of the Shooting Incident
A witness reported seeing a white or grey dirty pickup truck pull up beside a 2012 Honda Civic near Township Road 490 at approximately 2:50 p.m. Moments later, the pickup truck sped away, and the Civic pulled over to the side of the road. Police arrived to discover that the driver, Singh, had been shot and killed.
The highway was closed for several hours as officers conducted their investigation, reopening just after midnight on Sunday. The disruption caused significant traffic delays in the area.
Ongoing Investigation and Community Response
The major crimes unit has taken over the investigation, as the search for the suspect continues. Alberta RCMP stated on Monday that there are no new updates in the case, but they are actively pursuing leads.
In a show of community support, a GoFundMe campaign set up by Singh's brother to help cover funeral costs has raised just over $25,000 since its launch two days ago. This outpouring of donations highlights the impact of the tragedy on the local community.
Authorities are urging anyone with information, particularly those with dashcam footage from the area at the time of the shooting, to contact Leduc RCMP or Crime Stoppers. Public assistance is considered crucial in advancing the investigation.
The case remains under active investigation, with no arrests made at this time. The community is mourning the loss of a young life while awaiting further developments from law enforcement.
