Days after an elderly woman was violently attacked in her home as she slept, police have released a composite sketch of the suspect in the hopes of finding her attacker.
Police are investigating after a 79-year-old woman was violently assaulted overnight on Tuesday, November 29, as she slept.
The suspect reportedly broke into her home in the Parkdale neighbourhood, police aren't sure if the attack was motivated by theft, or if it was targeted.
The woman was treated and released from hospital later that day.
The suspect is described as:
- Aboriginal male
- About 35-years-old
- 5'10" tall
- Strong build
- Long black hair, grown past shoulders
- High cheekbones
- Sparse moustache
Police are asking anyone who has information that could lead to the identity of the suspect, or any other information regarding the crime to call the police non-emergency line at 780-423-4567 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
