AT approximately noon on Monday, September 12, New Westminster Police received a 9-1-1 call from someone who had been assaulted near the 700-block of 22nd Street. The caller said that a man had approached her and made sexualized comments before he assaulted her, knocked her to the ground, and kicked her. He then produced an item believed to be a knife and further threatened her.
Police searched the surrounding area for someone matching the suspect’s description, however, no suspect could be located. The victim was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.
The suspect is described as male, approximately 30 years of age, standing 5’7” tall, with a medium build, and short black hair. He spoke with an accent. At the time of the assault the suspect was wearing a blue t-shirt and grey pants.
“We’re asking the public to help us identify this suspect,” said Staff-Sgt. Jeff Scott. “Please take a close look at the photographs. If this is someone you recognize, we ask that you call police.”
If you have any information about the suspect, you are requested to contact New Westminster Police Department at 604-525-5411 and reference file number 22-13838.
