Image: AbbyPD / Police are looking to identify this male who allegedly cut off a vehicle, became confrontational and slashed a vehicle tire in a moment of rage.

By Mike Vanden Bosch

Abbotsford Police Department

Male on electric scooter cuts off vehicle, slashes tire in ‘e-scooter’ rage

May 16, 2024 | 4:21 PM

ABBOTSFORD — Police in Abbotsford say they’re investigating an incident where a male riding an electric scooter cut off a vehicle and subsequently slashed a vehicle tire in a moment of unbridled rage.

According to a news release from AbbyPD spokesperson Constable Art Stele, police are investigating a reported stranger assault that occurred on Tuesday, May 13 at 5:15 p.m. at the intersection of King Rd and King Connector in Abbotsford.

Initial reports indicated that an unknown male, riding an electric scooter in the area, proceeded to cut off a vehicle, Cst. Stele said. The male became confrontational and caused damage by slashing one of the car’s tires.

The victim reported that the suspect departed the area westbound on King Rd. He was described as being in his twenties, wearing all-black clothing with white gloves, having a slim build, and riding an electric scooter with distinct blue lighting.

Since the onset of this investigation, personnel at the University of Fraser Valley (UFV) told police that a male matching the description was observed riding the described electric scooter in and around the campus grounds in the past week. It is not known if the suspect is associated to the university.

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To ensure public safety, the Abbotsford Police are working with campus security and have bolstered police presence in the area. This investigation is ongoing, and the public are advised to not approach the suspect and call 911 immediately, if spotted.

Anyone with information regarding this incident or ability to identify the suspect is urged to contact the Abbotsford Police Department at 604-859-5225.