37-year-old charged after alleged assault and knife chase at Redwood Park

Surrey Police Service said it was called at about 4:44 p.m. on Sept. 9, 2026, for an alleged assault at Redwood Park near 179 Street and 20 Avenue in South Surrey.

Police said the victim tried to leave in a Ford pickup truck when the suspect drove a Jeep Wrangler into it. The victim then ran from the truck as the suspect allegedly brandished a knife and chased him. A nearby witness driving a Tesla provided the victim with safety until officers arrived.

Several officers responded and took the suspect into custody without incident. Richard Mark James Evoy, 37, has been charged by BC Prosecution Service with assault with a weapon, assault, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, criminal harassment and uttering threats.

Evoy has been remanded in custody and was scheduled to appear in Surrey Provincial Court that afternoon to determine his next appearance date. Police said they have identified and spoken with witnesses, and ask anyone with information who has not yet spoken with police to call SPS at 604-599-0502 and reference file 26-96726 (SP).