On August 18th, 1999 at approximately 7:30 p.m. Hai Van TRAN was driving east on 97 Avenue when he stopped for a red light at 103 Street.
A red coloured vehicle pulled up beside and a passenger began shooting, hitting TRAN.
TRAN was known to be involved in gang and drug activity and it is believed that his killing was related to a violent war over the cocaine trade in Edmonton.