YRP Search For Assault Suspect

York Regional Police are looking for a man wanted in connection with an assault on a woman and committing an indecent act in Markham.
On Saturday, July 21, at approximately 6:30 p.m., the 27-year-old female victim was walking westbound on Steeles Avenue and entered a walkway that runs north and south to Norn Crescent when she saw the suspect walking towards her from the south.
As he approached her, the suspect exposed himself.
The victim tried to walk away when the suspect made an attempt to grab her by the arm.
The victim swung her arm at the suspect, yelled and ran away.
The suspect is described as a male, South Asian, dark complexion, 5’7”, thin build, with short black hair and a thin black moustache.
He was wearing a black shirt and black pants.
Anyone with information is asked to call police at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7541, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com.

- ER