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MLA Calls for Provincial Review of Surrey Police Collisions
9/10/2026, 5:37:35 AM
Surge of Police-Involved Collisions Prompts Review Call
In the past twelve months, six individuals have either died or sustained serious injuries in incidents involving the Surrey Police Service. The pattern has spurred Surrey-Cloverdale Member of the Legislative Assembly Elenore Sturko to ask the province’s Solicitor General to launch a formal review of the police service’s collision protocols.
Recent Incident Details
The latest collision occurred early on Labour Day, when Surrey officers attempted to stop the driver of a black Chevrolet Avalanche near the intersection of King George Boulevard and 96 Avenue. According to police, the truck driver failed to halt, leading to a crash that sent the vehicle into a concrete SkyTrain barrier. A pedestrian was left with life-threatening injuries. The incident has been added to the ongoing investigations by the Independent Investigations Office (IIO) and the provincial police watchdog.
Review Request and Government Response
Sturko emphasized that the province should not treat the series of collisions as “unlucky circumstances.” She urged the Solicitor General to conduct a thorough review and to act on any findings that could improve officer safety and public protection. The Ministry of Public Safety and the Solicitor General’s office indicated they are awaiting the IIO’s investigative outcomes before deciding on further action.
Collision Statistics Over Past Year
- Six people have died or been seriously injured in Surrey Police-involved collisions within the last year.
- The most recent crash added a life-threatening injury to the tally.
These figures have been reported by local media and are the basis for the MLA’s call for a review.
Next Steps
The Independent Investigations Office continues its probe of the Labour Day crash, while the provincial police watchdog is also examining the incident. A provincial review, if ordered, would assess collision response procedures, officer training, and vehicle safety measures, with any recommendations to be presented after the IIO’s findings are released.
