NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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Members of the Orillia Detachment Crime Unit of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating the sexual assault of an adult female, after her residence was broken into by an unknown/unidentified male in the early hours of Dec. 2, 2021.
Investigators are looking to identify and speak with a male in relation to the investigation.
The individual is described as a tall, white male in his 20s, with shoulder length, light brown hair, wearing a black medical mask or dark coloured ski mask. He has been seen wearing a grey winter coat, a striped scarf, a black and grey baseball cap with a rectangular black unknown logo and white earbuds in his ears.
On Nov. 24 and 25, and Dec. 1, 2021, officers have responded to an unknown/unidentified male who was attempting to break into a number of residences in the area:
- Barrie Road and Dallas Street
- Memorial Avenue and Elmer Park
- Mississaga Street West and Albert Street North
Investigators are also appealing to anyone who resides or works in the area to check surveillance cameras for the last several weeks and report anything suspicious to the Orillia OPP.
The OPP is reminding the public to always use caution and 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.
The Orillia OPP Crime Unit continues to investigate these incidents. Investigators are asking the public to report any suspicious persons or activity to police.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Orillia OPP at 705-326-3536 or 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/
Members of the Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities.
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