Woman attacked, robbed by suspect who hid inside her vehicle: Kamloops RCMP

Police in Kamloops are seeking the public’s help after a woman was attacked inside her vehicle earlier this week.

According to the RCMP, the incident happened Wednesday evening, around 6:40 p.m., along the 1500 block of Summit Drive.

Police say the woman returned to her vehicle and was met by a male intruder who was hiding inside.

The intruder assaulted and robbed the woman, stealing her wallet and phone, before fleeing, police said.

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“The cellphone was located, but the suspect remains at large,” said Kamloops RCMP Const. Crystal Evelyn, noting officers and a Police Dog Service unit patrolled the area.

The suspect is described as being 5 feet 10 inches tall and slim. He was last seen wearing a black mask, dark pants, a black sweater and gloves.

Anyone with information or surveillance footage is asked to please contact the Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000.

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