Man with box cutter arrested outside BC Lions facility in Surrey
A tense moment unfolded in Surrey on Wednesday afternoon when police arrested a man outside the BC Lions training facility. Officers responded swiftly after reports of an individual running around with a box cutter near University Drive, close to the Canadian Football League team’s practice grounds.
Quick police response calms situation
Surrey Police confirmed receiving a call at 1:37 p.m. about the man carrying a box cutter in the area. Several patrol cars and at least eight officers arrived at the scene, ensuring the suspect was quickly detained without injuries. Police seized the knife during the arrest, bringing immediate relief to those nearby.
Suspect released as probe continues
Authorities confirmed the man was taken into custody, questioned, and later released as the investigation continues. Although the incident caused concern, officials emphasized that no one was harmed, and the situation was contained quickly.
Witness video shows heavy response
A video shared with local media shows multiple police vehicles rushing to the facility, with officers surrounding the suspect before making the arrest. The visible show of force underscored the seriousness of the situation, even though it ended without violence.
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