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Man attacked elderly woman at knifepoint in Aurora, stole her car, police say

Aurora suspect attack on elderly woman
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AURORA, Colo. — Police are searching for a man accused of attacking an elderly woman in Aurora and robbing her at knifepoint.

The attack happened about 2:20 p.m. on Feb. 18, near South Chambers Road and East Smoky Hill Road, according to a police news release Friday.

The suspect pulled out a knife, punched the woman and stole her vehicle, which was later found, police said.

Police described the suspect as a white man in his late 20s to early 30s and about 200 pounds. He was wearing a red t-shirt, a gray hooded sweatshirt and a green coat. He was armed with a large knife with a gray handle, police said.

Anyone with information about the attack is asked to call Investigator Garber at 303-627-3246. Anonymous tipsters can contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867) and be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.