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A 54-year-old man has been charged after an 84-year-old man was roughed up in a robbery at his west side Vancouver home.

Police said on January 15, a man identifying himself as a gardener knocked on the victim’s door and asked to borrow $6.70 for bus fare after his car was towed. The elderly man gave him $7 and said he didn’t need to repay it.

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The following day, the suspect returned and asked for $40 to resolve a problem with his car and the homeowner believed he was sincere.

On Jan. 17, the man returned a third time and asked for more money.

The victim said he had no money, but the suspect followed him inside the home and grabbed his wallet. A struggle ensued, The suspect fled and the victim’s wife called police.

Police said the struggle was quite violent and resulted in furniture knocked over, a shattered mirror and a broken doorknob. The victim suffered several cuts and large bruises to his hand and torso.

Charged with possession of stolen property is John Edward Barker.

Police said the investigation is ongoing and other charges may be laid.

Barker was released from custody until his next court appearance March 26.