Police Ask Public to be Vigilant as They Investigate Major Assault

Anyone who saw the victim that morning – described as a white female, about 5’3 and 110 pounds with blonde hair – or any suspicious individuals or vehicles along 6 Avenue South between 13 Street and Mayor Magrath Drive between 6 and 7 a.m., is urged to contact police at 403-328-4444, regardless of how small your information may seem.

They are also asking anyone with a security camera in the area to contact police.

To this point police have not been able to determine if the crime was targeted or random.

“We’re asking people to continue to take all the usual personal safety precautions they normally would and should be taking,” said Staff Sgt. Scott Woods, Criminal Investigation Section. “Day or night, it’s important for everyone to always be vigilant.”

As part of their media release, LPS released the following suggestions:

– Always be alert, aware of your surroundings and trust your instincts
– Use well-lit, well-travelled routes – paths and sidewalks near main roads
– Avoid dark, vacant, or isolated areas
– Plan your route in advance and let someone know where you are going and when you will be back
– Intentionally vary your route if you use it on a regular basis
– Do not wear headphones, or at least leave one out so you can hear what’s going on around you
– Don’t walk or run alone if possible
– Carry a noise-making device, such as an alarm, and use it if you feel you are in danger
– If you think someone is following you, look behind you and change your route
– Have your house or car key ready so the door can be opened immediately
– If you feel you are in danger, run to a well-lit place and yell and cause a commotion as you are running
– Carry a cell phone and ensure the battery is charged
– Do not be complacent. Always report suspicious activity to police immediately. Call 911 in an emergency.

by Patrick Burles - @Patrick Burles on Twitter

Police Ask Public to be Vigilant as They Investigate Major Assault

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