Police looking for suspect in connection with a sexual assault

Police are looking for a man who sexually assaulted a female youth who was not known to him on June 28 / Contributed

By CityNews Halifax Staff

Posted Jun 30, 2023 10:11:59 AM.

Halifax Regional Police are investigating a sexual assault that occurred in Halifax on June 28.

Police responded to a report that a sexual assault that had occurred at approximately 4:15 p.m. at Value Village located at 165 Chain Lake Drive.

They say a man sexually assaulted a female youth who was not known to him before fleeing the store.

The suspect is described as a white man in his early 30s with dark hair, a skinny build, short facial hair and wearing black skinny jeans and a black and grey plaid long-sleeve shirt.

The man was carrying a black duffle bag.

HRP is not releasing further details out of respect and concern for the victim’s privacy and well-being.

Police are asking anyone with information about the incident or the identity of the suspect, or video from the area to call 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or using the P3 Tips App.

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