Suspect in Kits Beach attack released after less than 48 hours
Kits Beach assault arrest: suspect released after attack on Vancouver beach Get the latest on court conditions, witness accounts, and the victim's recovery
A man arrested in connection with an alleged stranger attack at Kits Beach in Vancouver has been released after spending less than 48 hours in custody.
Vancouver police said they received several 911 calls on June 28 shortly before 2 p.m. after a woman was reportedly struck in the head from behind with a piece of wood while walking on the beach with her partner.
Police said witnesses described the object as lumber or driftwood about the size and thickness of a baseball bat. Carlos Caldera Duarte was arrested near the beach and charged with assault with a weapon. He was later released with court conditions and is due back in court on July 7. The victim was taken to hospital and is expected to recover.