Police say this man is wanted in connection with the assault of a 73-year-old woman last week.

Tucson police are searching for a man they say assaulted a 73-year-old woman last week.

The attack happened Oct. 10th on the southeast corner of East Speedway and North Columbus Boulevard.

The attack was unprovoked and the man kicked the woman after shoving her to the ground, Tucson police said Wednesday in a news release. The woman is recovering from serious injuries sustained in the attack, police said.

The attacker is described as being in his late 30s to early 40s. He's about 5 feet, 10 inches tall and has long brown hair. He wore a blue bandana and blue backpack.

Tucson police say this photo shows a man wanted in connection with the Oct. 10 assault of a 73-year-old woman in midtown.

The man rode off on a bicycle after the assault, police said.

Anyone with information is asked to come forward and call 88-CRIME, the anonymous tips line.


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