News Desk - The Delta Police Department has issued a public safety warning today after teenage girl assaulted in Annieville.Delta Police responded to the report of an attack that took place on May 24, 2010 at 10:45PM where they learned that an 18 year girl was walking on the pathway that connects 11200 blk of 92A Avenue to Kendale Way when was struck from behind on the head by an unknown attacker with a blunt instrument. After the initial blow, a struggle ensued and the girl was able to escape the assailant suffering only minor physical injury. She fled home where she later called police.
Because the attacker approached the victim from behind and no words were exchanged there is very little information although it is believed the suspect had a knife as well as a blunt weapon. "Although there have not been similar incidents in the recent past or subsequently however, the Delta Police are reminding the general public to walk in well lit areas, walk in small groups and if approached yell or scream to draw attention to yourself and report incident to police as soon as possible.", said Sergeant Sharlene Brooks of the Delta Police.
Delta Police encourage the general public to report anyone who appears suspicious or is acting in a suspicious manner. If anyone heard anything or saw anyone suspicious in the area prior to or shortly after the
time of this incident (May 24, 2010 11:45 p.m), please call the Delta Police at 604 946 4411 or Crime Stoppers 1800-222 8477.
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