Homeless Man Attacked

Kelowna, B.C. –

A homeless man living in Kelowna was attacked without provocation by a group of youths on Friday night. The assault occurred around midnight in Centennial Park.

The victim, before reporting the incident to police, sought treatment at the Kelowna General Hospital where he received several stitches for deep lacerations. His face was also heavily bruised and swollen.

The gang of teenagers included at least 2 females and about 4 or 5 males.

If you have any information about this crime, or know of anyone who was in or around Centennial park at midnight on Friday, you can contact Crime Stoppers anonymously by calling:
1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
or by visiting the website and clicking on the link: Leave a Tip.

Police are also seeking a second homeless man who may have been attacked by the same group that night.