Community Safety Alert: Burnaby RCMP Release Suspect Sketches After Series of Indecent Acts in Central Park

SECTION 1: THE ALERT

The Burnaby RCMP High Risk Offender Unit is asking for the public’s assistance to identify two suspects connected to a series of indecent acts reported in Central Park, Burnaby, over a five-day span in January 2026. Investigators have now developed and released two suspect sketches linked to separate incidents that occurred on January 20, 2026.

Police previously notified residents on January 23, 2026 that five indecent acts had been reported, four of them in Central Park, involving a male exposing himself and engaging in behaviour ranging from public nudity to masturbation. These acts pose a concern for park users and the broader community. RCMP are urging anyone who recognizes the suspects or has information related to these incidents to come forward and assist the ongoing investigation.

SECTION 2: OFFICIAL DETAILS

According to the Burnaby RCMP, the investigation into multiple indecent acts reported over a five-day period in January 2026 has reached a stage where investigators are releasing two composite sketches to the public. These sketches are associated with two different incidents that both occurred on January 20, 2026 within Central Park in Burnaby.

Key facts from the official RCMP update include:

• The Burnaby RCMP High Risk Offender Unit is leading the investigation into a series of indecent acts reported in January 2026.
• A total of five incidents of indecent acts were reported, as originally outlined in an RCMP release on 2026-01-23.
• Four of these reported incidents occurred in or around Central Park in Burnaby.
• Each incident involved a male suspect allegedly committing an indecent act, including public nudity and masturbation in public spaces.
• Two composite suspect sketches have now been produced and are being shared by RCMP. Each sketch relates to a different incident that took place on January 20, 2026 in Central Park.
• These sketches are being released to help identify the individuals believed to be involved and to advance the investigation.

Call for Public Assistance

RCMP are formally requesting the public’s help to identify the suspects depicted in the sketches and to gather any additional information related to the January incidents.

• Anyone who may recognize either suspect, witnessed suspicious behaviour in Central Park during the relevant time frame, or has information about these indecent acts is asked to contact Burnaby RCMP at 604-646-9999.
• Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
• When providing information, members of the public are asked to reference Burnaby RCMP file number 2026-2330.

These incidents contribute to broader community safety concerns in the region. For residents seeking a better understanding of local patterns of crime and public safety, data for Burnaby, British Columbia is available through the CrimeCanada.ca Burnaby crime statistics and safety profile, which can help contextualize this alert within overall crime trends.

Crime Canada Community – How You Can Help

Members of the CrimeCanada.ca community are urged to share this alert with family, friends, and neighbours who frequent Central Park or live and work in the surrounding area. Your awareness and willingness to report what you see can directly support ongoing police efforts.

If you recognize features that may match someone you know, or if you were in Central Park around January 20, 2026 and observed suspicious or indecent behaviour, contact:

• Burnaby RCMP: 604-646-9999
• Crime Stoppers (anonymous): 1-800-222-8477
• Reference File Number: 2026-2330

SECTION 3: CRIME CANADA SAFETY PERSPECTIVE

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this alert is a crucial reminder that offences such as public indecency can have significant psychological and emotional impacts on victims, especially in public spaces that are meant to feel safe, like community parks and walking trails. While these incidents are under active investigation by the Burnaby RCMP, community awareness and prompt reporting are essential tools in preventing repeat offences and supporting safer parks for everyone in British Columbia.

Residents using parks and open spaces are encouraged to stay aware of their surroundings, travel with others when possible, keep cell phones accessible, and report any behaviour that appears threatening, indecent, or targeted at vulnerable individuals. When suspicious or criminal activity is reported quickly, police can respond more effectively, patterns can be identified, and potential offenders can be located sooner. Regional data, such as the information in the Metro Vancouver A crime and safety statistics overview, can help communities understand how isolated incidents relate to broader safety trends and where vigilance is most needed.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the british-columbia community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.