Police are seeking witnesses for a robbery that allegedly took place at a plaza in the Broadmoor area near Williams and Ryan roads.
Richmond RCMP received a report of the incident shortly after 10:45 p.m. on June 1. The victim told police he was allegedly attacked by "up to eight masked people" while leaving the plaza and walking toward a bus stop on Ryan Road.
"The victim alleges he was struck in the head with a weapon and his backpack was stolen," said Cpl. Adriana O'Malley, Richmond RCMP spokesperson.
Two suspects then allegedly ran toward a business inside the plaza and the others left in a white vehicle that may have been an SUV or a hatchback.
"Fortunately, the victim did not suffer any significant physical injuries but was transported to a local area hospital for treatment," said O'Malley.
The victim's backpack was later recovered in an area south of General Currie elementary between No. 3 and St. Albans roads.
Richmond RCMP's General Investigation Section has conduct of the investigation.
Anyone who was in the area of No. 3 Road from Ryan to Williams Road between 10:40 and 11 p.m. who may have witnessed or have dash cam footage of this incident should contact Richmond RCMP.
Police are also looking for witnesses who may have seen a white Hyundai sedan in the 8200 block of General Currie Road between 10:50 to 11:15 p.m.
Anyone with information about the file should call Richmond RCMP at 604-278-1212 and quote file number 2024-17171. To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers by phone at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit them online at www.solvecrime.ca.
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