Police and emergency teams executed a search warrant in Surrey’s Newton area Tuesday, detaining several people.
Surrey’s Newton Neighbourhood Sees Intense Police Activity
A significant police operation unfolded Tuesday morning in Surrey’s Newton neighbourhood, drawing attention from residents as officers executed a search warrant at a home on Hyland Road.
Officers and Emergency Response Units on Scene
Multiple Surrey Police Service (SPS) vehicles and members of the Lower Mainland Emergency Response Team were spotted in the 14000-block of Hyland Road shortly after 10 a.m., surrounding a residential property.
Several Detained, One Man Taken in Police Car
A freelance photographer at the scene reported that several individuals were detained during the operation. At least one man was allegedly arrested and escorted away in a police squad car.
Limited Details Released by Surrey Police
SPS senior media relations officer Staff Sgt. Lindsey Houghton confirmed a search warrant was executed but declined to specify whether arrests were made. He did not comment on the investigation’s connection—if any—to the recent wave of extortion-related threats and shootings across Surrey and Metro Vancouver.
Investigation Context Remains Unclear
While Surrey has faced escalating organized crime concerns in recent months, police have not confirmed if Tuesday’s activity is linked to those incidents. The lack of official details has left residents speculating about the operation’s scope.
Public Safety and Ongoing Inquiries
Authorities have urged residents to remain calm, noting that there is no current indication of an ongoing threat to public safety. The investigation remains active, and further updates are expected as information becomes available.
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