Police investigating sexual assault in Kitchener
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Police are investigating after reports of a sexual assault in Kitchener on Friday.
Waterloo Regional Police said it happened in the area of Ellen St. East and Mansion St. in Kitchener around 2:25 p.m.
Police said the suspect is described as an Asian male, between 23-30 years old, 5’10”, average build, short black hair, and possibly walks with a hunch.
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He was wearing a bright red, puffy winter jacket and light-coloured pants at the time of the assault.
The victim wasn’t injured as a result of the assault.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at (519)570-9777, extension 4499 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.