A body has been found in a home that exploded in Langley on Friday morning.
RCMP said in an update on Monday morning that officers are working with the BC Coroners Service to identify the deceased person, which they previously stated was a woman.
In addition, the RCMP said that preliminary examination of the scene has investigators focused on the cause of the explosion and fire, which may be consistent with what is found at an illegal drug extraction lab.
However, officers said it may take some time to conclude.
Two people were critically injured in the explosion and were air-lifted to the hospital on Friday.
One home was destroyed, along with at least four more homes, including one that was operating a daycare, were significantly damaged. The blast also triggered an evacuation of the area.
Anyone with information about this incident who has not yet spoken with authorities is to contact the Langley RCMP and quote file 2025-6044.
