POLICE – Sudden death of man in West End believed to be a homicide

The death of a man found in a Dalgleish Drive home on Monday (Jan. 5, 2026) is being treated as a homicide.

Muhammad “Ash” Zafar was found dead in the city’s West End neighbourhood when police responded to a call for a well-being check. The area remains secured as investigators continue to examine the scene.

Based on the evidence gathered to date, police are treating the investigation as a homicide, an RCMP statement said. At this time, it said, the circumstances appear to be isolated, and there is no indication of any ongoing risk to the public.

The Kamloops RCMP Serious Crime Unit has assumed conduct of the investigation and is working to establish a timeline of Mr. Zafar’s movements and interactions leading up to his death.

“We are asking anyone who had recent contact with Mr. Zafar, or who may have information about his social network, activities, or associates, to reach out to investigators,” said Staff Sgt. Kevin McIntyre of the Kamloops RCMP. “Even small details can assist us in understanding the events leading up to this incident.”

Police are specifically seeking:

• Individuals who saw or spoke with Muhammad “Ash” Zafar between Jan. 2 and Jan. 5, 2026
• Anyone who observed unusual activity in the Dalgleish Drive/ West End area
• Members of Zafar’s social or professional circles who may have relevant information that have not yet spoken with police

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kamloops RCMP detachment at 250‑828‑3000 and reference file number 2026‑388. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑TIPS (8477).