Six men were hurt after a violent fight in Surrey’s Whalley area. Two suspects were arrested as police continue the investigation.
Police Rush to Whalley Home After Reports of Fight
Surrey Police Service officers responded to a home near 133 Street and 89 Avenue shortly before 8:30 p.m. after reports of a large fight involving two groups of men.
When officers arrived, they found six injured men at the scene. Emergency crews quickly stepped in, while several ambulances and police vehicles filled the area.
According to BC Emergency Health Services, all six victims were taken to hospital. Five suffered serious injuries, while one man remained in stable condition.
Two Men Arrested Without Incident
Soon after the assault, investigators arrested two men linked to the fight. Police confirmed both suspects were taken into custody peacefully.
However, the investigation remains active. The two arrested men have since been released under conditions while officers continue gathering evidence.
Victims and Suspects Knew Each Other
Police believe the people involved may have been roommates or acquaintances. Sgt. Lindsey Houghton explained that the incident appears to have happened between individuals who knew one another.
At the same time, investigators stressed that the case has no ties to gangs or extortion activity.
“There has been no shooting,” Houghton said.
Two Men Still Recovering in Hospital
Although most of the injured men have since been released or stabilized, two remain in hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Meanwhile, investigators continue speaking with witnesses and reviewing evidence from the scene.
Police Ask Public for Information
Surrey police are urging anyone with details about the fight to come forward.
Anyone with information can contact the Surrey Police Service non-emergency line at 604-599-0502 and reference file number 26-46640 (SP).
