Police in Langford are searching for a suspect after a bus stop assault. Officers released a description and ask the public for help.
Police in Langford, on Vancouver Island, are investigating a disturbing incident after a girl was sexually assaulted at a bus stop. Meanwhile, the event happened on Tuesday around 3 p.m. near Jacklin Road and Station Avenue. Then, police say the girl was waiting at the stop when a stranger approached her. Also, the man spoke with her briefly before the situation quickly escalated into a sexual assault. After that, the suspect left the area. However, officials confirmed the girl was not physically injured.
Meanwhile, West Shore RCMP quickly launched an investigation into the case. Then, officers began gathering evidence and checking the surrounding area for clues. Also, they asked anyone who may have seen the incident to come forward. In addition, police said there have been no similar reported attacks linked to this case so far. However, they continue to treat the investigation as a top priority.
Meanwhile, investigators have released a description of the suspect in hopes the public can help identify him. Then, they said he is believed to be in his early to mid-30s and about five-foot-eight in height. Also, he has a brown mullet hairstyle and short facial hair. After that, police noted he was wearing a white T-shirt and an orange wristband at the time of the incident. Meanwhile, officers are urging anyone with information to contact them as the search continues.
