Police investigating dismembered body parts found in a remote Langley area said the man's death was targeted and linked to gang activity.

The remains were found in the area of Robertson Crescent and 243 Street shortly after 7 a.m. Wednesday.

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team has not revealed how the victim died, but Cpl. Meghan Foster said it was apparent that the deceased was male and had been the victim of foul play.

"Investigators believe this to be targetted, and linked to gang activity," Foster said at a news conference.

She added investigators don't believe that the man was killed in the same area as his remains were found, and was unable to say whether all of the body was accounted for, or if there could be more remains to be discovered.

"This is a gruesome event that took place," Foster said.

Robertson Crescent is expected to remain closed between 240th and 244th streets as the investigation continues.

Foster said police will be releasing only a limited amount of information until the victim has been identified.

"Police strongly encourage anyone with information about this homicide to step forward," she said.

Although there is no evidence to confirm that the case is linked to any other homicides or violent crimes in the area, Foster said police are looking for any connections as part of their investigation.

"The nature of this homicide causes us great concern for people involved with or leading a lifestyle associated to gang activity or organized crime."

Last week, officials were called to investigate another murder in Langley with ties to organized crime. Hells Angels member Robert Keith Green was found gravely wounded in the 23700-block of 72 Avenue on the morning of Oct. 16.

Two days later, police charged 27-year-old Jason Francis Wallace, who is believed to have ties to the 856 gang, with his murder.

Investigators ask anyone with more information on either case to contact them at 1-877-551-4448 (IHIT) or by email at ihittipline@rcmp-grc.gc.ca. Tips can also be left anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

With files from CTV Vancouver's Jon Woodward