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RCMP Seek Public Help to Identify Masked Suspect in Canning Youth Assault

Specialized RCMP units have joined the search following an unsuccessful canine-assisted sweep

FILE - RCMP in Nova Scotia are asking the public for help identifying a suspect who allegedly sexually assaulted a youth in the village of Canning, N.S. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

Overview

  • The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. on June 6 along a wooded trail linking Northeast Kings Education Centre and the Glooscap District Arena.
  • The masked suspect allegedly approached the youth from behind before physically and sexually assaulting them on the trail.
  • Investigators describe the suspect as a white male about 5-foot-5 with a heavy build wearing a red shirt, ski mask, and gloves.
  • RCMP officers responded immediately and combed the area on foot with patrols and canine teams, but the suspect remains at large.
  • Staff Sgt. Ed Nugent said the case is a top priority and urged anyone with information to contact Kings District RCMP or Crime Stoppers.