Surrey Superstore stabbing suspect arrested in ‘disturbing’ attacks: RCMP

The Surrey RCMP says a suspect wanted in connection with two separate stabbing attacks last week at grocery stores in the Guildford area has been arrested.

One woman was left with serious injuries after she was attacked Thursday afternoon while shopping at the Real Canadian Superstore on 104 Avenue near 148 Street.

“Based on the initial information, it does not appear that the parties were known to each other. Based on a review of the video, there was no apparent confrontation prior the incident,” RCMP said at the time.

Mounties released a description of the suspect, but were unable to locate her.

Two days later police were called again, this time to a Walmart in Guildford Town Centre on 152 Street, over reports of another random attack. A victim was taken to hospital with stab wounds but their injuries were described as non-life-threatening.

“Frontline officers and support units flooded the area immediately which lead to officers locating and arresting the alleged suspect in the 15000-block of 104 Avenue,” Surrey RCMP said Monday.

Investigators believe the suspect is responsible for both incidents.

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Investigators say a 33-year-old woman remains in custody and that no charges have yet been laid.

“These were disturbing and violent incidents in our community, and we are thankful to all who assisted ensuring a suspect was arrested,” Insp. Bill Parmar said.

With files from Denise Wong