Photo: Daniel Hayduk RCMP pick up evidence Sunday in Rutland

Kelowna RCMP say Dain Phillips, 51, the victim of an assault in Rutland Sunday evening, died in Kelowna General Hospital as a result of injuries suffered in the attack.

Phillips was beaten with a baseball bat.

The attack, about 7 p.m. Sunday evening, near the intersection of McCurdy and Gibson roads was between two rival groups.

"Police can confirm that several vehicles arrived at the scene," says Sgt. Ann Morrison.

"All persons exited their respective vehicles and the physical altercation ensued."

While police continue to investigate the incident, Morrison says it appears as if Phillips did not provoke the attack nor did he engage in the altercation.

Morrison asks that people respect the privacy and space of the family of the victim as they are distraught and struggling with their loss.

Police are asking anyone with information regarding the incident to call Kelowna RCMP or Crime Stoppers.