Man in his 80s in serious condition after assault outside downtown Vancouver Costco

A suspect is in custody after an elderly man was allegedly assaulted in downtown Vancouver Wednesday morning.

Police said a man in his 80s struck his head on the ground after being shoved outside the Costco on Expo Boulevard.

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The victim was rushed to hospital in serious condition.

Police said they arrested a 57-year-old suspect almost two hours later near his home in East Vancouver.

Anyone who witnessed the assault is asked to contact police at 604-717-2541.