Seeking public assistance - Robbery - 17 Avenue S.E.

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance in relation to the robbery of an elderly man.

At approximately 2:30 p.m., on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, a 67-year-old man was struck from behind in the parking lot of a shopping centre located in the 3300 block of 17 Avenue S.E.

The victim’s wallet, which contained $200 cash along with bank cards, was taken. The victim’s bank card was used at a gas station in S.W. Calgary shortly afterwards on the same day.

The victim was treated by EMS at the scene and sustained a concussion as a result of the attack.

The suspect is described as approximately 5’9” to 5’11” tall and was wearing a black hooded top. CCTV images of the suspect are available on The City of Calgary Newsroom.

Anyone with information about this incident or the identity of the suspect is asked to call Calgary Police at 403-266-1234 or contact Crime Stoppers through either of the following methods:

TALK: 1-800-222-8477

TYPE: www.calgarycrimestoppers.org

CASE # 17484031/4602