The Vancouver Island Integrated Major Crime Unit (VIIMCU) has identified the two male suspects who were killed in the shootout at a Saanich bank.
They were identified as 22-year-old twin brothers – Mathew and Isaac Auchterlonie from Duncan.
Investigators have spoken with their family and they are cooperating with our investigation. They have asked for privacy at this time. Police is looking into the suspects’ backgrounds and can confirm that neither had criminal records or were known to police.
“We understand that the release of the names of the two deceased may answer the WHO, but there are still many outstanding questions and investigation efforts that need to take place in order to fully understand WHAT took place and WHY, says Cpl. Alex Bérubé, VIIMCU spokesperson.
The motive behind the armed robbery and subsequent exchange of gunfire with police has not yet been determined. Police believe there could be people out that may have more information about the brothers, their recent activities and travels and police is asking them to come forward and speak to police.
VIIMCUh have also confirmed that two men are connected with the white 4 door 1992 Toyota Camry that has two black racing stripes over the hood and roof. Since releasing the photo on Thursday of the vehicle and requesting the public’s assistance, officers have received a number calls and tips. Investigators are continuing to following up on the information.
“The investigation to date has determined that only two suspects were in the bank; however, we are continuing to look into whether anyone else was involved or associated to the events on Tuesday,” VIMCUH said.
Dozens of interviews have been conducted and hundreds of hours of surveillance video footage have been gathered – all of which is being reviewed.