Kelowna woman calls for action on public safety in wake of frightening attack
Robertson says she fought back, kicking at her attacker before the two fell to the ground.
A Kelowna woman is calling for increased action on public safety following a frightening attack in the city’s downtown core. The incident occurred on November 1st when Robertson, 35, was waiting for a friend in the 400-block of Lawrence Avenue around 1 p.m. A stranger approached her, grabbed her hair, and began punching her. Robertson managed to kick her attacker and they both fell to the ground, where Robertson began screaming for help.
The assailant fled with Robertson’s phone, but it was recovered later, and police identified and arrested a suspect the following day. Robertson, now shaken and fearing for her safety, believes more needs to be done to address public safety concerns. She has urged officials to consider measures like involuntary holding and medical beds, but so far, no charges have been laid, and the investigation is ongoing.
Her daughter, Nina Harder, shared photos of the suspect on social media, and others have come forward with similar experiences.
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