Surrey Crime Update: Extortion surges, helicopter demands rise, and federal gun buyback begins.

In today’s Connect FM Surrey Crime Update, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar examine the escalating public safety concerns gripping Surrey. Extortion-related crimes continue to surge, with increasing reports of intimidation, monetary demands, and organized criminal pressure affecting local businesses and residents. The hosts also highlight a rise in police helicopter deployments, signaling heightened enforcement and urgent responses as law enforcement works to contain the growing crime wave. Adding to the discussion is the launch of the federal gun buyback program, a nationwide initiative now underway that aims to reduce firearms in circulation as Surrey and the Lower Mainland confront ongoing gun violence in early 2026.