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Police looking to identify suspect in indecent act investigation

Police say the incident happened at approximately 3:45 p.m. Thursday where a man committed an indecent act in front of two children at a park
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NEWS RELEASE
SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE SERVICE
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The South Simcoe Police Service is seeking public assistance to identify a suspect in an indecent act investigation in Innisfil.

On Thursday, Jan, 20, 2022, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a male suspect committed an indecent act in front of two children in a park in the area of Glenn Avenue and Parkside Crescent. The children promptly left the park and advised their parents, who called police.  

Officers want to make the public aware of this incident and are seeking witnesses and security camera or dash cam video that can assist in the investigation. Police are encouraging anyone with information regarding this incident to contact Detective Constable Shawn Strilec at 705-436-2141, 905-775-3311, extension #1059,
by email or contact Crime Stoppers.

This investigation serves as a reminder to parents and caregivers to discuss safety habits with their children. The children involved in this incident did the right thing by immediately leaving the situation and reporting it to their parents right away.  

Child Safe Canada has safety tips here.

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