An 18-year-old man from Mississauga has been charged with sexual assault in connection with an incident believed to have occurred last Friday afternoon on a walking trail in the city’s east end.
An 18-year-old man from Mississauga has been charged with sexual assault in connection with an incident believed to have occurred last Friday afternoon on a walking trail in the city’s east end.
According to Peel Regional Police investigators, a “female victim” was approached from behind by a man while walking along the Applewood Trail shortly before 3:30 p.m. The man allegedly sexually assaulted the victim and then fled on foot. Fortunately, the victim did not sustain any physical injuries.
The police have not disclosed the age of the victim.
Andrew Pires, 18, of Mississauga, has been charged with sexual assault.
Authorities suspect there may be additional victims.
Individuals with any pertinent information are urged to contact the Peel Police Special Victims Unit at 905-453–2121, ext. 3460, or Peel Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.
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