(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), including members of the Huron OPP Crime Unit, are currently investigating a sexual assault that took place at a campground located north of Goderich.
Shortly before 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 14, 2021, Huron County OPP responded to Point Farms Provincial Park to investigate a report of a sexual assault.
The adult victim was in a public shower/washroom area, when she was confronted by a stranger and groped. The victim was able to defend herself and quickly ran to a place of safety.
The suspect is described as a brown-skinned male, approximately 40 years of age. He is approximately 5’6″ in height, balding with brown hair. He was last seen wearing a green T-shirt.
The Huron County OPP Crime Unit is continuing to investigate and is seeking assistance from the public. If anyone has any information, they are being asked to contact Huron County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.p3tips.com , where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
Huron County OPP reminds all members of the public to be aware of their personal safety at all times. The OPP’s website, www.opp.ca contains a number of useful resources, tips and links.
Victims of sexual assault are not alone. If you, or someone you know, is in need of support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Huron County at 519-600-4108.