Kitsilano Beach has hosted top-tier Canadian Olympians in beach volleyball, making it a historic venue for national and global talent.

A man arrested in connection with a violent attack on a woman at Kitsilano Beach in Vancouver has been released from custody after spending less than 48 hours in detention, according to Vancouver police. The incident occurred on June 28 just before 2 p.m., when police received multiple 911 calls reporting that a woman had been struck on the head with a piece of wood while walking along the beach with her partner. Witnesses described the object used in the attack as a piece of lumber or driftwood roughly the size and thickness of a baseball bat. Emergency responders transported the victim to hospital for treatment of her injuries. Police have stated that she is expected to recover. Following the attack, officers located and arrested a suspect inside a nearby store close to the beach. The accused, identified as Carlos Caldera Duarte, has been charged with one count of assault with a weapon. Despite the seriousness of the allegations, the accused was released on Tuesday under court-imposed conditions after spending less than two days in custody. He is scheduled to appear in court again on July 7. Vancouver police have not released further details regarding the investigation but confirmed that the case remains active as it proceeds through the judicial system. The release of the suspect has drawn attention due to the nature of the alleged attack in a busy public area and the relatively quick release pending court proceedings.