Originally written by a neighbour of the victim's...who also lives in Strathcona....

On Thursday my neighbour was brutally assaulted by a stranger who broke into her home. She was very brave and smart and strong.  She fought back.  She made noise.  And help came in the form of some amazing heroic neighbours who showed a lot of courage, who stepped up, stopped this horrible crime, and probably saved this young woman's life.  This woman is a survivor, and will need as much support from the community as we can give her. Recovery can be a long road, and donations will go directly to support her and fund her recovery.  This could be your sister, your daughter, your partner, your friend.  As a city, as a community, please donate anything you can. Let's show our support for this brave young woman. Let her know that neighbours care,  our community cares, and our city cares.  Neighbourhood heroes, thank you.