Const. Jared Cebryk to face trial in July 2026 for excessive speeding, three years after a Surrey traffic collision tied to a police response.
Officer Charged After High-Speed Incident in Surrey
A Surrey Police Service officer will face trial in July 2026 on a charge of excessive speeding stemming from a 2023 incident that resulted in a traffic collision. Const. Jared Cebryk was formally charged on June 18, 2024, a year after the event, following a detailed investigation by the Independent Investigations Office (IIO) of BC and the BC Prosecution Service.
Timeline of the Incident and Charge
The incident occurred on June 18, 2023, when officers responded to a report of a suspicious green Hyundai Elantra parked near Green Timbers Urban Forest on 100 Avenue. The vehicle later became involved in a crash at 140 Street and 100 Avenue. The male driver was arrested and taken to the hospital, where it was confirmed he had sustained injuries during the event.
On May 16, 2024, the IIO concluded there were reasonable grounds to forward a report recommending charges against both a Surrey RCMP officer and a Surrey Police Service officer. The BC Prosecution Service charged Cebryk on June 18, 2024, under the Motor Vehicle Act for excessive speeding—defined as driving at least 40 km/h over the posted speed limit.
Court Dates and Delay Explanation
The trial is scheduled for July 6 to 8, 2026 at Surrey Provincial Court, nearly three years after the alleged offence. According to Damienne Darby, communications counsel for the BC Prosecution Service, delays were due to scheduling challenges with legal counsel. “A period of this time has been waived by the accused,” Darby stated.
Officer Remains on Duty
Despite the charges, Const. Cebryk continues to serve with the Surrey Police Service. SPS media liaison Ian MacDonald confirmed that the officer remains active pending the trial’s outcome. “Cebryk was one of the officers involved in rescuing people from the burning house a couple weeks back,” MacDonald noted, highlighting his ongoing contributions to the community.
Broader Context and Public Interest
The case has attracted public attention, not only due to the delay in court proceedings but also because it reflects ongoing scrutiny of police conduct in British Columbia. With the IIO’s findings and a formal charge now in place, the upcoming trial is expected to be closely watched as part of wider discussions around police accountability and public safety.
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