Unprovoked Vancouver bus attack in June leaves woman hurt
Posted July 21, 2022 12:41 pm.
Last Updated July 21, 2022 1:49 pm.
Police are looking for a man who allegedly punched a woman several times in an unprovoked attack on a bus in Vancouver last month.
The incident happened the evening of Monday, June 20 on a northbound bus on Main Street near Marine Drive.
Transit police say the victim was seated when a man boarded and sat a few seats away.
“Shortly after the bus departed, the man stood up and aggressively approached the woman. He stood inches from her face, allegedly shaking his fist in the air and threatening to punch her. The victim approached the bus operator to make him aware of the situation while the suspect paced back and forth,” reads a statement from transit police.
As soon as the bus stopped, police say the suspect went up to the woman as she spoke with the driver.
“Then, without provocation, [he] allegedly punched her in the head and face several times, causing her to fall to the ground.”
The suspect was last seen getting off the bus at Main Street and 64 Avenue. He was wearing a light brown pullover, dark-coloured pants, and black runners at the time.
The victim did not suffer serious physical injuries.
“Everyone has the right to arrive at their transit destination safely, and without the fear of harassment or assault,” said Const. Amanda Steed.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Transit Police by phone at 604.515.8300 or by text at 87.77.77.
