Burnaby RCMP release sketch of man accused of sexually assaulting 80-year-old woman

Burnaby RCMP has released a sketch of a man accused of sexually assaulting a senior in Central Park in February.

The attack happened around 11 a.m. on Feb. 19, as the 80-year-old victim was walking on a trail

In a media release, Mounties said a man approached the woman, groped her and then attempted to kiss her.

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The woman was not physically injured, police said.

The suspect is described as between the ages of 40 and 45 with short thick black hair, a groomed one-to-two-inch beard and speaking with a Middle Eastern accent.

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He was wearing a grey nylon jacket, black pants and black shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Burnaby RCMP at 604-646-9999.