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A man has been arrested after a bylaw officer was assaulted as he attempted to fine the man for feeding a flock of feral peacocks that have been running wild in the Surrey neighbourhood of Sullivan Heights.

Complaints from residents that the man was feeding the peacocks brought city officials to his property at 150th and 62 Ave. on Monday evening. The individual allegedly assaulted the bylaw officer, who decided to call for police backup.

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“He was definitely assaulted. He was grabbed, and (the assailant) was trying to hold him there,” said Surrey bylaw manager Jas Rehal, adding that officers have been to the man’s house at least five times.

“This is not the first time we’ve attended this property. The owner is well aware of what the rules are,” Rehal said.

The fine for feeding peacocks is $250.

A spokesperson for Surrey RCMP said an investigation into the assault of a peace officer continues. The man was released without charges, and has not yet been formally fined. It is not clear if the man will face charges.