Recognize this man? Surrey police seek sex assault suspect

Authorities are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect in a Surrey sexual assault.

Police in Surrey issued a public appeal for help identifying a man alleged to have sexually assaulted a woman on the street in broad daylight last week.

Officers were called to the 10700 block of 146th Street at 12:15 p.m., according to a statement form the Surrey Police Service.

“A female victim reported that she was sexually assaulted while walking,” the statement said.

“The suspect allegedly approached the victim from behind and assaulted her. The victim was able to flee and run to safety.”

No additional details about the alleged sexual assault were provided.

Authorities released images of the suspect captured on CCTV, along with a request for information about his identity. He is described as Asian, approximately 30 years old and 5’3” tall. At the time of the alleged assault he was wearing a “unique” jacket, police said.

Anyone who can assist investigators is urged to call 604-599-0502 and quote file number 26-2139.