A 16-year-old female was sexually assaulted on the walking trail that extends from Veterans Memorial Parkway to Bell Lane between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2024.
This incident was reported to police on May 20, 2024.
The suspect has been described to police as follows: male, brown skin, may have been in his 20’s or older, approximately 5’4” with brown eyes and brown eyebrows. The suspect was wearing a head covering to conceal his face, similar to a balaclava.
Police are asking any residents in the area of Shellard’s Lane, Bell Lane, Mt. Pleasant Street and Helen Avenue to check any surveillance cameras for footage they may have from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on May 16, 2024 and report anything suspicious to police.
Investigators are also asking for any motorists who were in the above-mentioned areas during the noted times to check dash camera footage and report anything suspicious to police.
Members of the Brantford Police Service Major Crime Unit and Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit are actively investigating this incident.
Anyone with information related to this investigation is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050. Information can also be provided anonymously to Brant – Brantford Crime Stoppers by 1-800-222-8477 or by submitting a web tip online at: https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/
