Content warning: The videos referenced in this story may contain scenes of violence, confrontational behaviour, and strong language. Viewer discretion is advised.
Note also that the allegations referenced in this story have not been independently verified. Videos circulating online may not provide the full context or circumstances surrounding the dispute. Readers are advised to consider the information accordingly.
A landlord-tenant dispute in Surrey, BC has drawn widespread attention online after a series of videos showing confrontations at a rental property were shared on social media.
The story has captured audiences, with some viewers saying it has enough twists and drama to become a multi-part Netflix series.
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Surrey Landlord Dispute Breakdown
Social media has been captivated by videos posted by Instagram user tiwanafarmservivor over the past few weeks. It documented a Surrey man as he shares his ongoing disputes with his landlord, which have led to outrageous and sometimes dangerous situations.
The incidents appear to have begun in early September 2026. The social media account features a series of videos documenting the dispute and its escalation.
It has been indicated that the initial dispute started between the landlord and tenants over the use of an outdoor barbecue. The conflict later escalated into further allegations involving access to the rental property and confrontations between the parties.
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Additional videos posted by the tenant appear to show further confrontations at the property.
The tenant alleged that the landlord entered the rental unit and that other people became involved in the dispute. The tenant also made claims regarding changes to the property’s locks, unauthorized access to the unit, cutting power to the unit, and damaging/removing personal property.
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At this point, landlord has been identified as Raj Tiwana, and the property in question is associated with Tiwana Farms.
Surrey Police Service has confirmed that officers attended the property on multiple occasions. They state that both the landlord and tenants contacted officers seeking assistance during the ongoing dispute.
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The situation later resulted in Tiwana being arrested. Video shared online appears to show police officers taking her into custody at her residence. Surrey Police has confirmed the arrest but said no charges had been approved at the time of its statement.
Police have indicated that the investigation remains ongoing at the time of the article’s publication.
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Online Discourse
The incident has prompted speculation on social media about whether the dispute was connected to cultural, religious or dietary issues. Surrey Police has rejected that interpretation, saying the matter is not related to beef, meat, religion or ideology.
Tiwana has reportedly disputed the tenants’ account of events. According to reports citing her side of the dispute, she alleged that the tenants had failed to pay rent for several months and were subsequently evicted. That allegation has also not been independently verified.
The conflicting accounts have fueled significant discussion online, with videos from the property continuing to circulate across social media. You can see their full Instagram channel here.
