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Police issue warning after woman assaulted in East Vancouver

Police say a 22-year-old woman was walking in the area of East 1st avenue and Rupert Street on Friday night.

An assault in East Vancouver Friday night has prompted police to issue a public warning.

Police say a 22-year-old woman was walking in the area of East 1st Avenue and Rupert Street around 9:30 p.m. when she was assaulted by a stranger. She suffered minor injuries to her face and jaw.

The motive for the attack is unknown.

Police say they are looking for a man of medium height and build. He was wearing dark clothing at the time of the attack.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Vancouver Police at 604-717-0603.

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