RCMP have released further information in the hope of solving a year-old homicide.
In a statement issued this week, RCMP confirmed it was the body of Kristopher Bychyk, 41, that was found in a ditch along West Lake Estates Road, off Blackwater Road, south of the city.
The discovery was made during the afternoon of Sat., Jan. 12, 2019, about three hours after volunteer firefighters were called out to deal with a vehicle fire on Chilako Station Road in the Beaverly area.
RCMP also issued photos of Bychyk and of a car - black Dodge Neon with a distinct spoiler and white design on the side of it - and are asking for the public's help in determining whether there is a link between the two. Police did not say if it was the car found on fire.
A canvass of the West Lake and Chilako areas have been completed, video footage has been reviewed and the forensic analysis continues, RCMP said.
"Every piece of information is useful - even the smallest detail. You may hold the piece that helps solve this homicide," said Cpl Landen Tonn of the North District RCMP's major crimes unit.
Bychyk's mother, Sherri, is also appealing for the public's help.
"Kris grew up in the Lower Mainland and in 2018 decided to go to Prince George for a job opportunity and affordable housing," she said in the statement.
"He was my son and I loved him very much-no one deserves what happened to him. There are people who have information and who can help. Please contact the police if you know anything."
Anyone with information on the incident you are asked to contact the Prince George RCMP or Crime Stoppers.
Prince George RCMP can be reached at 250-561-3300 and Crime Stoppers can be reached at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.pgcrimestoppers.bc.ca (English only).
You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers. If you provide information that leads to an arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward.
