Vancouver Police are hunting for a suspect after a woman was allegedly “sucker-punched” in yet another downtown stranger attack.
The incident took place on Wednesday evening at around 6:30 pm. The 29-year-old victim, a woman, was walking near Cambie and Pender streets when a man approached her and “suddenly lashed out.”
Police say he punched her in the face and knocked her to the ground. Afterwards, the suspect was last seen running west on Dunsmuir Street.
- You might also like:
- More than four people per day are randomly attacked in Vancouver: VPD
- VPD defends use of force as father is arrested in front of child in Vancouver (VIDEO)
- These are the worst cities for crime in Canada: Numbeo
“A number of people came to the victim’s aid and stayed with her until police arrived,” said VPD Constable Jason Doucette in a statement.
“Our officers flooded the area to search for the suspect and locate evidence that will lead to his identity.”
According to the VPD, the suspect’s face was partially covered with a bandana. He was also wearing a black hoodie with a white stripe on the back and black pants and shoes.
The 29-year-old victim suffered non-life-threatening physical injuries that required medical attention.
Police are asking anyone who might have information about the assault or who may have been in the area and might have dash-cam footage to call detectives at 604-717-2541.
#VPDNews Vancouver Police are searching for a suspect after a woman was assaulted last night in another downtown stranger attack.
Media Release: https://t.co/4Yxj5fxFIy pic.twitter.com/zoxTtyt4Ro
— Vancouver Police (@VancouverPD) October 13, 2022
Follow Channels and Categories