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Suspect arrested in alleged sexual assault at a park in Surrey

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A suspect has been arrested in an alleged sexual assault at a park in Surrey. (Photo - ÉCOLE PANORAMA RIDGE SECONDARY SCHOOL)

A suspect has been arrested in an alleged sexual assault at a park in Surrey.

The RCMP says a man in Pioneer Park was accused of groping a youth early yesterday afternoon.

They say a 65 year old man was arrested but is to be released with several conditions including not attending Surrey schools or parks.

The Mounties say charges have not yet been laid, as the investigation is ongoing.

Surrey RCMP on Twitter:

Investigators have now identified and arrested a 65 year old suspect in the groping incident from Feb 4. Thank you to the public and media for sharing the original post with photos which has now been taken down.

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