Cascade Locks, Ore. – In the early morning hours of October 17th, 2019, Hood River County Sheriff’s Office Deputies responded to the City of Cascade Locks on a report of an assault by an unknown assailant.

At approximately 3:00 AM on October 17th, 2019, a 69-year-old male was walking his dog along the 100 Block of Wa Na Pa St. in Cascade Locks when he was struck from behind by a blunt object. The suspect fled the scene before the victim could obtain any identifying information. The victim was able to get to his home where the call to 911 was made. He was treated for injuries sustained in the assault at a local hospital; he was later released.

Responding deputies canvassed the area but did not find any potential suspects. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information about this crime should contact the Hood River County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line at 541-387-7077.