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York Region police looking for suspect after woman, 91, allegedly sexually assaulted

VAUGHAN, Ont. — Police are looking for a suspect after a 91-year-old woman was allegedly sexually assaulted while walking on a path in Vaughan, Ont., last month.

York Regional Police say the victim was using her walker on a path in the area of Steeles Avenue and Whitney Place on May 13 when a male suspect allegedly sexually touched her.

Police say the woman screamed and the suspect ran away.

Investigators have released a video of the suspect walking on the street in what appears to be a residential area.

They are describing the suspect as a thin man wearing a black face mask and a black clothing.

Police are asking anyone with information to contact them.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 28, 2022.

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