Durham Regional Police are looking to identify a man wanted in connection with a sexual assault in Uxbridge.
Police said on Sunday, a female victim was walking on Ewen Trail near Munro Crescent when she passed the suspect, and noticed that he was following close behind her.
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The suspect then grabbed the victim and “touched her inappropriately,” police said.
Police said she was able to break free and run into a nearby neighbourhood to call for help.
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The suspect is described as 30-40 years of age with a stocky build, shoulder-length long brown hair and a shaggy beard. He was reportedly wearing a dark-coloured baseball cap, a dark teal shirt and jeans.
Anyone with information is asked to contact regional authorities.
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