Nearly two weeks after a violent attack at a Calgary LRT station, the victim is speaking out about the ordeal and demanding changes to ensure public safety. Sandra Steffens, a 52-year-old Calgary resident, was assaulted on May 15, 2026, while waiting for a train at the Crowfoot LRT Station in the city’s northwest. In an emotional interview, Steffens described the incident that left her with physical injuries and emotional scars.
A Routine Evening Turns Terrifying
Steffens said she was sitting on a bench at the station around 8 p.m. when a man approached her and began shouting. Before she could react, he punched her in the face repeatedly. “I got beaten. He just kept hitting me,” she recalled. The attacker fled the scene, leaving Steffens bloodied and disoriented. Bystanders called 911, and she was taken to a hospital with a broken nose, a fractured eye socket, and multiple bruises.
Ongoing Investigation
Calgary police have identified a suspect but have not yet made an arrest. Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and appealing for witnesses. The attack has reignited concerns about safety on Calgary Transit, particularly at LRT stations during evening hours.
Victim Calls for Action
Steffens is urging the city to increase security measures, including more transit police patrols and better lighting at stations. “I don’t want anyone else to go through this. We deserve to feel safe using public transit,” she said. Calgary Transit officials have stated they are reviewing security protocols but have not announced specific changes.
The assault has drawn widespread attention on social media, with many residents sharing their own experiences of feeling unsafe on transit. Community advocates are calling for a comprehensive safety audit of all LRT stations. Steffens hopes her story will push officials to act. “I’m speaking out because silence won’t change anything,” she said.
