RCMP officers are searching for a suspect who allegedly sexually assaulted a woman in Duncan.
On Wednesday, June 6th, the woman reported that she was walking along a trail near the Trans-Canada Highway between Chaster Road and Boys Road when she was pulled into the woods and sexually assaulted.
North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP are now looking for the suspect who is described as a Caucasian man in his mid-30’s, standing 5’7″-5’8″ tall, and weighing approximately 200 lbs.
He has short dark brown hair, a dark brown goatee, and an athletic build. At the time of the incident, he was wearing black cargo shorts, a white t-shirt and black sunglasses.
In addition to the search, officers are also reminding Islanders to take the following precautions while out walking:
- Do not wear your headphones
- Do not walk alone or in dark areas
- Travel in well-lit and populated areas
- Report any suspicious activity to your local police immediately
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP at 250-748-5522 or Crime Stoppers at cowichancrimestoppers.com. You can also text a tip by typing “Cowichan” plus your tip to 274637, or call 1-800-222-8477.
