Seeking public assistance to identify male suspect in Sandy Hill area incident

(Ottawa)—The Ottawa Police Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Section is seeking public assistance to identify a male suspect in relation to an ongoing investigation.

On Monday, August 24, 2015 at approximately 5:50am, an unidentified male approached a female in her 20s near the intersection of Charlotte Street and Clarence Street East. He pushed her into the bushes and inappropriately touched her. The victim screamed which alerted a passerby. The suspect fled on foot in a westbound direction toward Desjardins Avenue.

Police were called and immediately responded to the area. A search for the suspect had negative results.

The male is described as a Caucasian male, in his late 20s to early 30s with a skinny build. The suspect wore glasses and was bald. He was dressed in black clothing and carrying a black backpack.

Investigators are looking to speak with the female passerby who was alerted by the screams and assisted the female victim.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5944. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers at 613-233-8477 (TIPS), toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or downloading the Ottawa Police iOS app.

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