BC RCMP are investigating the murder of 57-year-old Kathleen Richardson, whose body was found inside of a Naramata residence, which may be linked to a double homicide..Police approached the home at the 3900 block of 3rd Street and discovered Richardson’s body around 5 p.m. Wednesday, while following up on information regarding the murder of Kamloops brothers Erick Fryer, 29, and Carlos Fryer, 31 which occurred last month..Officers described the home as “insecure,” and entered the residence on the shores of south Okanagan Lake when no one answered the door in order to “ensure the well-being of its occupants.” Once inside, Richardson’s body was discovered..“Investigators want to speak to anyone who had dealings with Kathleen in the days before her death,” said BC RCMP spokesperson Dawn Roberts..“Understanding her movements or activities will help continue to move this investigation forward.“.Officers from the SED Major Crime and BC RCMP Major Crime units are working closely and sharing information, according to the acting officer in charge, Supt. Sanjaya Wijayakoon, who also said the deaths of the Fryer brothers are likely related to local drug and gang activities..“We know that news of another homicide in the community of Naramata will be concerning,” says Supt. Brian Hunter, officer in charge of the Penticton RCMP..“These appear to be targeted acts, and this type of violence, related to drug and gang activities, is not normal in our community. Additional police resources have been brought into the area and you can expect to see a higher police presence in the days ahead. Now is the time for anyone with information to come forward.”.The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit’s Uniformed Gang Enforcement Team has sent officers to Naramata and neighbouring communities to assist local RCMP detachments and the SED Major Crime investigators..Reid Small is a BC correspondent for the Western Standard.,.rsmall@westernstandardonline.com
