News release

Burnaby RCMP warn public after incident in local park

August 21, 2025 - Burnaby, British Columbia
From: Burnaby RCMP

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On August 20^th at 7:24 pm, Burnaby RCMP responded to a report of a woman who had been groped by a man in Central Park. The incident allegedly took place near the 5900 block of Patterson Avenue.

The victim had been walking alone on the trails, when a man approached her, touching her chest and vaginal area. After the incident the suspect ran away to another area of the park. 

The victim and suspect are not known to each other.  

The woman suffered no physical injuries and reported this incident immediately to police.

Burnaby RCMP Victim Services are engaged. 

The suspect can be described as:

• Caucasian man
• 35 to 45 years old
• Slim build
• 5’6
• Brown eyes
• No facial hair

The suspect was wearing:

• White hoody
• Black shorts
• Multicoloured windbreaker

“Our investigative teams are actively working to identify the suspect in this incident,” said Acting Officer in Charge of Burnaby RCMP, Superintendent Sunny Parmar. “Public safety remains our priority; we have engaged our Community Response and Bike Teams for enhanced patrols in the area.” 

Burnaby RCMP would like to share the following safety tips: 

Be aware of your surroundings; avoid wearing headphones or focusing on your phone as this may make you vulnerable

Plan your route to avoid isolated areas

Trust your instincts

Avoid situations that do not feel safe

For more personal safety tips, click on this link.

“We are encouraging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information regarding the suspect to contact the Burnaby RCMP at 604-646-9999 and quote file number 2025-29345,” said Media Relations Officer, Corporal Laura Hirst.  
 

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