The Surrey Police Service (SPS) is asking residents to review their home and dash-camera footage after an alleged sexual assault in Bear Creek Park on Sunday evening, an incident that has reawakened concerns about safety in the city’s popular green spaces.
Police release images, seek tips
SPS says the incident occurred at about 8:11 p.m. when a young girl reported being groped by a man in the park. The suspect had left the area before officers arrived and remained outstanding after patrols were conducted in and around the park, police added.
Investigators have released photos of the suspect and a physical description in hopes someone in the community can identify him. Authorities describe the man as roughly five-foot-eight and wearing a blue Adidas toque, a black T-shirt, black pants and black flip-flops at the time of the alleged incident.
“Anyone with information about the suspect is asked to contact the SPS at 604-599-0502 and reference file 26-84299.”
The release urges anyone with relevant video — including park surveillance, home security or dash-cam footage from the evening — to come forward. Detectives are canvassing the area and reviewing available imagery as part of their investigation.
Context and community concern
Bear Creek Park, a well-used recreation area in central Surrey, draws families, walkers and cyclists most evenings. Incidents of violent or sexual offences in such public settings often prompt calls from residents and community groups for increased patrols, better lighting and additional measures to protect vulnerable park users.
While police have not released the age of the victim beyond describing her as a girl, the nature of the allegation and the park setting have amplified concern among caregivers and neighbourhood residents. SPS has not indicated any link between this report and other incidents in Surrey.
Police say the investigation remains active. Anyone with information is asked to call the non-emergency line at 604-599-0502 and reference file 26-84299. Tips can be crucial in identifying suspects quickly and preventing repeat offences.
- When: About 8:11 p.m., Sunday (per SPS)
- Where: Bear Creek Park, Surrey
- Suspect description: ~5'8"; blue Adidas toque; black T-shirt; black pants; black flip-flops
- Contact: SPS non-emergency line 604-599-0502; file 26-84299
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Incident time | ~8:11 p.m., Sunday |
| Location | Bear Creek Park |
| Police file | 26-84299 |
For residents, the request to share footage is a reminder of the role community evidence can play in criminal investigations. The Surrey Police Service frequently relies on video and witness accounts to build timelines and secure identifications.
As investigators continue their work, parents and guardians in Surrey are being advised to remain vigilant when using parks and public spaces with children, and to report suspicious behaviour promptly. The SPS encourages anyone who may have been in Bear Creek Park that evening and observed anything unusual to reach out.
This report is part of an active police investigation and details may be updated as officers follow up on leads and examine submitted footage.
