Rapist on the Run: Frightening case where knife-wielding suspect posed as door-to-door salesman - then attacked

Vancouver police need help solving a disturbing rape case.

They say the man drawn up in this sketch pretended to be a door-to-door salesman before busting his way into a woman's home.

It has a brazen attack – happening right in the middle of the afternoon on October, 25^th.

The victim lives near Stapleton Rd. and 4^th Plain.

Police say he knocked on her door, clutching a clipboard, and claiming to be selling magazines. But then, he pulled a knife, forced his way inside, and raped her.

Here’s a description of the suspect:

• Black
• Age: 30-35
• Ht: 6’0”
• Wt: 180 lbs
• Wearing red jacket with hood
• Gold hoop earring in right ear
• Vertical scar on left side of neck

Even if you don't recognize this guy, here's how you can help: Police want to hear from anyone in Vancouver who's had a door-to-door magazine salesman come to their house in the past month - whether you bought something or not, they need to hear from you.

If that’s you, or if you recognize the man in this sketch, call:
CRIME STOPPERS: 1-800-222-TIPS