Toronto Police Seek Suspect in Two Alleged Sexual Assaults

Toronto police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect connected to two alleged sexual assaults that occurred in the city on May 15.

According to investigators, the first incident took place around 4:15 p.m. near Yonge Street and St. Clair Avenue East. Police say a suspect allegedly sexually assaulted a victim before fleeing the area toward Pleasant Boulevard.

Authorities say a second alleged assault happened later that same day, at approximately 5:55 p.m., in the area. Investigators allege the suspect sexually assaulted another victim here. Police confirmed that the two victims did not know each other.

The suspect is described as a man between 5-foot-8 and 5-foot-10 with a heavy build and dark braided hair. He was last seen wearing a black hooded sweater, black pants, and brown-and-black shoes.

Police are urging anyone with information to contact investigators at 416-808-5300. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.222tips.com.