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Surrey police seek help identifying robbery suspect near Central SkyTrain Station

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Surrey Police Service released an image of a suspect sought in connection with an alleged robbery near Surrey Central SkyTrain Station on April 24, 2026.(Photo: X Surrey Police Service)

Surrey Police Service is asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect connected to an alleged robbery near Surrey Central SkyTrain Station last month.

According to a Surrey Police Service release, frontline officers responded on April 24 at about 7:10 p.m. after two people reported they had been assaulted, robbed, and threatened near the station. Police said a pair of Meta smart glasses was taken during the incident.

Investigators released a photo of the suspect and are asking anyone who recognizes the individual to come forward as the investigation continues.

Police described the suspect as a Black man in his 20s with a slim build. He was reportedly carrying a backpack and wearing black jeans and a black sweater at the time of the incident.

Anyone with information about the incident or the suspect’s identity is asked to contact Surrey Police Service’s non-emergency line at 604-599-0502 and quote file number 26-39283 (SP). Anonymous tips can also be provided through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at solvecrime.ca.

The incident remains under investigation. Police have not announced any arrests.

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