Man back in custody in connection with woman, toddler knocked over in Chinatown

Vancouver Police say a man who is said to have knocked over a mother and her young child in Chinatown earlier this month is back in custody.

The assault happened around 10:45 a.m. on July 9 in the area of Pender Street and Gore Avenue.

“This assault occurred in a busy neighbourhood and was witnessed by about a dozen people,” said Sgt. Steve Addison. “Although we’ve spoken to some witnesses, we’re still collecting evidence and we’d like to hear from others who saw or heard what happened.”

The man is said to have been walking shirtless in traffic while kicking cars before the woman and toddler were knocked over. Police say one vehicle was kicked so hard, it was dented.

The 40-year-old woman and her child both suffered some scrapes.

Vancouver police have released video of the incident.

Vancouver woman and child knocked over in Chinatown

Vancouver Police are looking for a man who is said to have knocked over a mother and her young child in Chinatown earlier this month.

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While the suspect was arrested shortly after, police said he was released from jail after being charged with mischief, assault, and obstructing a peace officer.

He did not appear in court as was required on July 12. Shakwan David Kelly, 27, was wanted on a B.C.-wide warrant. On July 20, Police issued a public plea for help finding him. He was arrested the next day, after police say witnesses recognized him and flagged a nearby officer.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the VPD at 604.717.4021.