Surrey police make arrest in non-extortion related overnight shooting

The Surrey Police Service (SPS) arrested a 46-year-old man who is believed to be the main suspect in an overnight shooting in Surrey. (CityNews)

By Jan Schuermann

Posted October 27, 2025 7:42 pm.

Last Updated October 28, 2025 7:57 am.

The Surrey Police Service (SPS) arrested a 46-year-old man who is believed to be the main suspect in an overnight shooting in Surrey.

The SPS says the shooting occurred sometime before 8:45 p.m. at a residence on 72 Avenue near 142 Street on Sunday.

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“SPS officers arrived and arrested a suspect who was still on scene,” said Sgt. Lindsey Houghton in a written statement.

The facade of the residence was damaged by several gunshots during the incident.

Police did not report any injuries.

The Surrey Police Service (SPS) arrested a 46-year-old man who is believed to be the main suspect in an overnight shooting in Surrey — The Surrey Police Service (SPS) arrested a 46-year-old man who is believed to be the main suspect in an overnight shooting in Surrey. (CityNews)

The Surrey Police Service (SPS) arrested a 46-year-old man who is believed to be the main suspect in an overnight shooting in Surrey — The Surrey Police Service (SPS) arrested a 46-year-old man who is believed to be the main suspect in an overnight shooting in Surrey. (CityNews)

The suspect has been charged with one count of attempted murder using a firearm and one count of discharging a firearm at a residence.

He remains in custody and was scheduled to appear in court on Monday afternoon.

The SPS says that this incident is not extortion-related.

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