Police officers in Surrey were putting up posters today, hoping for new information that would lead to an arrest in the beating death of 53-year-old Julie Paskall.
Surrey mother of three was attacked in an apparent robbery near the Newton Recreation Centre on December 29.
Her injuries were so severe the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team was called in immediately. Paskall died in hospital on New Year’s Eve.
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Today, members of the RCMP walked from business to business in Newton area, handing out the posters.
So far, police have received 50 tips about the attack, but have no suspect or description.
IHIT is asking anyone with information on who was in the area of the Newton Arena, Newton bus loop and the Newton Wave pool between 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. on December 29 and may have seen any suspicious activities, persons or vehicle to call the tipline at 1-877-551-4448.
In the wake of the assault, Surrey RCMP released a warning asking residents to be extra vigilant of their surroundings.
Police are asking people to keep their valuables concealed, and walk with a friend whenever possible, particularly after dark.
“We are focused on providing a visible presence in that area around the rec centre and the heart of Newton for the foreseeable future until we can make an arrest,” says Insp. Jeff Metcalfe with Surrey RCMP.
Police say the attack on Paskall has similarities to an assault on a woman that occurred in the same area on Dec. 16.
A warning following that incident was not sent out because at that time it did not appear there was a pattern.
Meanwhile, Paskall’s family is pleading with the attacker to come forward.
She left behind a 16-year-old son, two adult daughters and husband Al.
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On Friday, a trust fund has been set up to help Paskall’s family.
The Newton Community Assocation is hosting a meeting Monday night to find ways of dealing with crime in the area.
With files from Tanya Beja
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