Good Afternoon Block Watch Members,
The Surrey RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance in tracking a suspect’s movements and identifying further witnesses.
On September 4th the Surrey RCMP Serious Crime Unit arrested a suspect in relation to the August 12th break and enter and sexual assault of an elderly woman in South Surrey (see previous release). Stephen Thomas Morse, 42 years old, of Langley BC, has now been charged with Aggravated Sexual Assault, Forcible Confinement, Break and Enter, Robbery, Disguise with Intent, and Use of Imitation Firearm.
Thanks to
tips from the public, Mr. Morse became a person of interest in the investigation during the first week of September. As soon as he was identified, the Surrey RCMP maintained constant surveillance while detectives continued their investigation to gather evidence to support charges.
The Surrey RCMP Serious Crime Unit is releasing a photo (see attached) of Mr. Morse in order to further their investigation. Police would like to speak with anyone who may have seen Mr. Morse or known his whereabouts prior to and after the incident on August 12th, and up to his arrest on September 4th.
Anyone with more information is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 or Crime Stoppers, if they wish to remain anonymous, at 1-800-222-TIPS or www.solvecrime.ca. Please quote file #2015-116485
Police File # 2015-115727
ASHLEY SOUSA
CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
COORDONNATEUR DES PROGRAMMES DE LA PRÉVENTION DU CRIME
Surrey RCMP District 5 | GRC De Surrey District 5
South Surrey
100-1815 152nd Street, Surrey, BC V4A 9Y9
T: 604-599-7862
F: 604-538-6098
www.surreyrcmp.ca
Good Afternoon Block Watch Members,
Surrey RCMP is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect from a break and enter/sexual assault in South Surrey on August 12 (see previous release below).
The pictures (attached) show the suspect who is believed to be a Caucasian male, 20 to 30 years old, 5’10” to 6’0” tall, medium build, clean shaven, no visible marks, scars or tattoos. The suspect at the time of the offence had shoulder length, light colored hair that may not be real. The suspect spoke without any distinguishable accent.
Security cameras at the Brookswood RBC, located at 20059 40th Avenue, Langley, show the suspect using the ATM at approximately 1:57pm on August 12th.
“The Surrey RCMP has released these photographs of the suspect to seek the public’s assistance in furthering the police investigation into these serious crimes,” says Cpl. Scotty Schumann. “We’re hopeful someone will recognize this man and notify police.”
If you recognize this person, have any information related to this incident, or know the suspects’ whereabouts, please contact the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 or Crime Stoppers, if you wish to remain anonymous, at 1-800-222-TIPS or www.solvecrime.ca. Quote file #2015-115727. If you see this suspect, please call 9-1-1.
No further updates are expected this evening. Cpl. Schumann will be available in the morning to respond to any media inquiries.
Attention Block Watch Members,
“At 1:44 pm yesterday (August 12, 2015), Surrey RCMP investigated a break and enter to a South Surrey residence located in the 16700 block of 28th Avenue.
Shortly after noon today a 70 year old woman returned to her South Surrey home after being out for the morning. Shortly after arriving home, a male entered the home and presented a weapon and confined the woman by restraining her . The male demanded cash and other items, however, the woman was not able to meet his demands. The male proceeded to both physically and sexually assault the woman causing significant injuries. the male eventually departed with only a few items.
The woman was able to free herself from the restraints that she was bound with and take refuge at a neighbours home where she immediately called police. The woman is in hospital being treated for her non life-threatening injuries.
The suspect in this matter is described at this time as a male between 20-30 approximately 5’8″ – 6′ tall. Surrey RCMP Serious Crime investigators are working at obtaining a more fulsome description of the suspect and hope to have something out to the community very soon.
The suspect is not in custody and police want the community to be on alert, especially in the area in which this occurred.
“This is an incomprehensible crime says Staff Sergeant Dale Carr, to prey on anyone is way off side, but then to prey on a 70 yr old woman is unconscionable”
The Surrey RCMP Serious Crime unit and LMD Forensic Identification Team are working together in order to advance this investigation. If any one that lives in the general area saw anything out of place or suspicious prior to or around noon today please call the Surrey RCMP. The smallest bit of information may assist this investigation in swiftly capturing this male.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 or Crime Stoppers, if they wish to remain anonymous, at 1-800-222-TIPS or www.solvecrime.ca.”
Please remember to keep your doors and windows locked at all times and ensure that you are being vigilant of your surroundings. If anyone comes to the door do not feel like you need to answer the door unless you know who it is. It is important that you ensure they know someone is home, however, that you are not interested in whatever they may be wanting.
Thank you so much for all that you do in the community and please stay safe!