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Surrey Bear Creek Park Shooting: Man Hospitalized With Serious Injuries

  • Writer: Cindy Peterson
    Cindy Peterson
  • Sep 14
  • 2 min read

Updated: Oct 21

A Surrey Police Service patch is seen on an officer's uniform in Surrey, B.C., on Friday, November 29, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
A Surrey Police Service patch is seen on an officer's uniform in Surrey, B.C., on Friday, November 29, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

A man is recovering in hospital after being shot during a confrontation at Bear Creek Park in Surrey on Saturday night. Surrey Police say the victim, who was driven to hospital by friends, suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries.


The shooting happened around 9 p.m. in the parking lot near 88th Avenue and 138A Street, following an altercation between two groups of people.


Investigators say the suspect fled the scene in a grey sedan and are asking anyone with dashcam or security footage to come forward.


What Happened at Bear Creek Park


The Surrey Police Service (SPS) responded to reports of gunfire shortly after 9 p.m. on September 13, 2025. Officers arrived at the Bear Creek Park parking lot to find that a man had already been transported to hospital by friends.


According to police, the shooting began after an altercation between two groups of individuals in the area. The victim remains in hospital with serious injuries, but they are not considered life-threatening.


Suspect Description


Police have released a description of the suspect:


  • South Asian adult male

  • Short beard

  • Wearing a black turban

  • Dressed in dark-coloured clothing

  • Last seen leaving the area in a grey sedan


Police Statement

Staff Sgt. Lindsey Houghton confirmed that investigators do not believe the shooting is linked to extortion cases or the ongoing B.C. gang conflict.


The SPS is urging anyone with information, including video from nearby security cameras or dashcams, to contact investigators. Witnesses are asked to call 604-599-0502 and reference file 2025-79990 (SP).


Surrey Shooting: Bear Creek Park and Community Safety


Bear Creek Park is one of Surrey’s largest and busiest public spaces, home to sports fields, walking trails, gardens, and cultural events.


While it is typically a family-friendly destination, this shooting adds to growing community concerns over violent incidents across Surrey in recent years.


Police emphasize that while there is no indication of a broader threat to the public, residents should remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.


Stay safe.

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