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Police have released a forensic sketch of a man who allegedly grabbed a student by the arm in Richmond.

According to a Richmond RCMP news release, the incident occurred on November 15, 2017 near Whiteside Elementary School.

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The student, a 10-year-old girl, was running near the field south of the school. Police say that the man, believed to be in his 40s or 50s, was photographing the area with his cellphone, and as the student ran toward him, he grabbed her arm.

Richmond RCMP would like to know why he did that.

“Though the student advised our investigator that she did not feel threatened, the incident is considered unusual and the motive unclear,” said Cpl. Dennis Hwang, in the release. “The police would very much like to locate this individual and speak with him.”

The man is described as Asian, 5’7″ to 5’10″ with a medium build and black hair. He was wearing brown pants and a black and blue sweater.

Anyone who recognizes the man is urged to contact Richmond RCMP.