UPDATE #1 Description of Ajax Sexual Assault Suspect Updated
Police have updated the description of the Ajax sexual assault suspect following further investigation.
On Thursday, July 9, 2026, at approximately 8:30 a.m., the suspect approached a female in the area of Harwood Avenue North and Rossland Road. The suspect attempted to make conversation and shake her hand, before sexually assaulting her, and fleeing the area.
The victim did not suffer any physical injuries.
The suspect is described as: male, Brown, approximately 5’4” tall, approximately 60-70 years-old, with a medium build, balding short grey hair, facial stubble, and gaps in his teeth. He was wearing a tan coloured shirt.
Anyone that has cell phone, dashcam, surveillance footage, or any information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Attina of the Special Victims Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5233.
Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.
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