Indecent act on local trail

West Shore

2022-07-27 13:42 PDT

File # 2022-12234

The West Shore RCMP is warning the public after a man exposed himself to a woman on the Galloping Goose trail.

On July 19, 2022, just after 7:00 a.m., the West Shore RCMP received a report of a man exposing himself to a woman on the Galloping Goose Trail near the intersection of Happy Valley Road and Glen Forest Way in Metchosin. The woman reported she was jogging on the trail when she saw a man who had a hoodie tied around his waist. When she got closer, the male removed his hoodie and exposed himself to her and then ran off the trail into the bushes. Extensive police patrols were made however police were unable to locate the suspect.

The suspect is described as:

• Tall;
• Blonde straight hair;
• Light colored hoodie around his waist;
• Wearing a t-shirt, unknown colour.

The trails within our communities are used daily by many people and are considered safe, says Constable Meghan Groulx, spokesperson for the West Shore RCMP. Unfortunately, these types of investigations do happen now and then. We’d like to remind the public to stay alert to their surroundings and report any suspicious behaviour.

The following tips are recommended to help you stay safe while enjoying our local trails and parks:

• Always let someone know where you are going and your expected return;
• Walk or run with a friend;
• Carry a cell phone or whistle with you;
• Trust your instincts, if someone makes you feel uncomfortable, stop, pull over to the side of the trail and let them pass;
• If you are concerned for your safety, run in the opposite direction and make noise;
• Stick to the main routes, avoid shortcuts and secluded areas.

If you were in the area on the morning of July 19 and observed someone matching this description or if you witnessed this incident, please contact the West Shore RCMP (File 2022-12234).
 

Released by

Cst. Meghan Groulx

Email: westshore_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: www.westshore.rcmp-grc.gc.ca (English only)

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