Surrey police found a pipe bomb, weapons, and ammo in an evicted tenant’s room. The man faces probation breach charges; investigation ongoing.
Suspicious Eviction Leads to Alarming Discovery
A Surrey man is facing charges after police uncovered a pipe bomb, live ammunition, and weapons in a room he previously occupied in a Newton home. The discovery was made during a police wellness check and has triggered a broader investigation into potential weapons offences and explosive possession.
Police Called for Wellness Check at Newton Property
The situation began on May 29, 2025, when a local pharmacist requested police assistance after failing to reach a patient by phone. The woman, who owns a Newton house with multiple tenants, had recently evicted a man—identified in court documents only as Chan—following concerns about his behavior and a troubling incident involving a minor.
Police visited the home and spoke to the landlord and another tenant, who expressed fears that Chan had left behind prohibited weapons in his former room.
Weapons and Explosives Found in Unsecured Room
Although evicted on March 28, 2025, Chan’s belongings remained in the second-floor room. Officers, acting on a search warrant, discovered live ammunition, knives, airsoft guns, and an object later confirmed to be an improvised explosive device (IED).
A photo of the suspected pipe bomb, taken by on-site security, was sent to the explosive disposal unit. Police secured the scene and requested backup from the bomb squad stationed in Nanaimo, which responded on May 30.
Suspect Had Prior Criminal History
Chan was under an 18-month probation order following a January 2024 assault conviction in Langley. The search warrant cited multiple prior police interactions, including alleged threats made to previous roommates and an incident in which he was described as violent and confrontational.
A social media post by Chan, showing what appeared to be an explosive in his mouth, further raised concerns about his intentions and mental state.
Charges Filed, Investigation Continues
Chan was officially charged with two counts of breaching his probation order on May 29. One of those charges was later stayed by the Crown on June 4. He is scheduled to appear in Surrey Provincial Court on July 4, 2025.
The search of the property yielded several potentially dangerous items, including what appeared to be a wooden firearm, multiple containers of ammunition casings, and a wire cutter.
Police Assessing Further Legal Action
Sgt. Tige Pollock of the Surrey Police Service confirmed that the investigation is ongoing. “If officers are seeking further charges, they will forward information to BC Prosecution Services,” Pollock stated.
As of now, none of the allegations detailed in the search warrant have been proven in court. Authorities continue to assess whether additional criminal charges are warranted based on the items recovered from the scene.
