Burnaby RCMP releases sketch of suspect after senior sexually assaulted in Central Park

Burnaby, Can You Identify

2024-05-06 06:02 PDT

File # 2024-5930

Burnaby RCMP is releasing a suspect sketch in the hopes the public can assist in identifying a suspect in a sexual assault that occurred in Central Park.

On February 19, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., the female victim, who is in her 80s, was walking through a trail when she was approached by an unknown man. The suspect groped the victim and attempted to kiss her.

The victim was not injured and no similar incidents have been reported.

Despite our ongoing investigation, so far a suspect has not been identified in this incident. We are now releasing a suspect sketch and appealing to the public for assistance, said Cpl. Mike Kalanj with the Burnaby RCMP. Please reach out to our investigators if you can help identity the suspect.

The suspect is described as:

• 40-45 years old
• Short thick black hair
• Groomed 1 to 2-inch-long beard
• Medium skin tone
• Middle Eastern accent

The suspect was wearing:

• Grey nylon jacket
• Black pants
• Black shoes

Anyone with information on the suspect’s identity is asked to contact the Burnaby at 604-646-9999 and quote file number 2024-5930.

Released by

Cpl. Michael Kalanj

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