BC IHIT charges man with first-degree murder in 2018 Pitt Meadows case

SECTION 1: COMMUNITY SAFETY ALERT

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has announced a major development in a long-running homicide case in Pitt Meadows, British Columbia. A 45-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder and obstruction of justice in connection with the 2018 killing of 43-year-old Ian Roberts from Delta, B.C.

The case began on April 30, 2018, when Ridge Meadows RCMP were called around 2:30 p.m. about a body found in Pitt Meadows. Earlier that same day, at about 6:00 a.m., Langley RCMP had recovered a red 1996 GMC Jimmy linked to Mr. Roberts. After an extensive eight-year investigation involving police in Ridge Meadows, Langley, Surrey, and Delta, IHIT reports that sufficient evidence has now led to serious charges in this homicide.

SECTION 2: OFFICIAL DETAILS

The investigation, recorded under IHIT File # 2018-631, has been described by police as highly complex, requiring years of detailed evidence collection and analysis. Investigators say they have now clarified key information about both the cause of death and the location where the killing is believed to have occurred.

On June 11, 2026, the following charges were approved in relation to the death of Ian Roberts:

• Accused: Miikael Tattoo King (formerly known as Michael Branden Anderson), 45 years old
• Primary charge: One (1) count of first-degree murder in connection with the homicide of Ian Roberts
• Additional charge: One (1) count of obstruction of justice

IHIT investigators state they believe this was a targeted incident between individuals who were already acquainted, and not a random attack on the public. The scene where Mr. Roberts’ death is believed to have taken place has been identified through the course of the investigation, though specific details have not been released.

With the matter now before the courts, IHIT has indicated that no further investigative details will be shared at this time. The case continues through the judicial system, and the accused is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

While this case is in British Columbia, Canadians in all regions can learn from serious investigations like this one. CrimeCanada.ca maintains national safety and crime data — for example, our provincial crime statistics for Manitoba and community-level data such as Garden Hill First Nation crime and safety trends — to help residents understand broader patterns in serious violent crime and homicide across the country.

SECTION 3: CRIMECANADA.CA SAFETY PERSPECTIVE

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this alert underscores how homicide investigations in British Columbia can be lengthy but persistent, often spanning many years before charges are laid. Targeted violence, even when it occurs between people who know each other, has a wide impact on community well-being, perceptions of safety, and trust in local neighbourhoods.

For residents in cities like Pitt Meadows, Langley, Surrey, and Delta, it is important to stay informed about serious incidents and to cooperate with law enforcement when you may have information relevant to an investigation. While police in this case are not seeking further public assistance, community members can contribute to safer streets by reporting suspicious activity promptly, documenting what they see (time, location, vehicle descriptions), and being willing to provide statements if requested by investigators. Our mission at CrimeCanada.ca is to support safer communities by connecting citizens with credible, officially sourced information and broader crime trends, helping people make informed decisions about their personal and neighbourhood safety.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the british-columbia community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.