Tecumseh OPP now offers an internet purchase exchange zone in its parking lot. (Photo by Jason Viau)Tecumseh OPP now offers an internet purchase exchange zone in its parking lot. (Photo by Jason Viau)
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Sexual assault in Tecumseh under investigation

By Adelle Loiselle
May 17, 2023 - 2:37pm

The Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a sexual assault in Tecumseh on Tuesday.

Investigators said the victim was out for a walk in the Tecumseh Road and Southfield Drive area around 4:15 p.m. when a man approached them and touched them.

As the victim walked away, the man called out to the resident and exposed himself.

The OPP asks anyone with information about this or any similar incident to call the Essex County Crime Unit at 519-723-2491 ext. 7054.

If you experience a sexual assault and need help immediately, call 911.

The suspect is a man of possibly Asian descent who is 5' in height with black hair cut in a crew cut. He was wearing a yellow, short-sleeved collared shirt and long brown pants.

Those with tips can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or go online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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