Edson RCMP is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect allegedly responsible for a recent assault.
At about 9:19 p.m. on Sept. 2, RCMP responded to a report of a female who was assaulted near 50 Street and 6 Avenue in Edson.
According to the report, the woman was walking westbound on 6 Avenue, just past 50 Street, when a white truck stopped near her. She said an unknown male exited the vehicle, punched her, then immediately left in the vehicle.
Police say the truck may have been a Chevrolet or Ford. The suspect is described as:
- Five feet, eight inches tall
- Bald
- Medium complexion
- Scruffy brown/black beard
- Wearing a medium- or long-sleeved shirt with the sleeves rolled up and dark pants.
The RCMP is seeking potential witnesses, security footage, or dash camera footage from the area that may provide leads on the suspect or his vehicle.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to please contact the Edson RCMP at 780-723-8800, or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8377 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app.
