Security footage of suspect in unprovoked attack released by Vancouver police

Police have released security footage of a man suspected of attacking a woman unprovoked in Vancouver's West End on Saturday. Officers are hoping someone can identify the suspect.

The woman, who had been shopping on Davie Street, was tackled from behind at 9:40 p.m. PT as she walked down Maxine Lane, which is the south lane of Burnaby Street. The man grabbed her from behind and they both fell to the ground.

The 24-year-old womanscreamed and the suspect ran off toward Bute Street.

"This investigation has undoubtedly created concern in the community," Const. Tania Visintin wrote in a statement. "We want to identify this individual as soon as possible. Investigators ask everyone to take a good look at this footage, and to call us if they know who this is."

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Security footage shows suspect in unprovoked attack in Vancouver

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Vancouver police released security footage showing a suspect who allegedly attacked a woman in the city's West End on Feb. 13, 2021.

Police said in a statement Tuesday the suspect is believed to be white, about five feet 11 inches talland in his mid 40s. He was wearing a waist-length black leather jacket, dark pantsand a dark face mask.

Anyone with information is asked tocall VPD's Special Investigations Section at 604-717-0602or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8466.