Steinbach RCMP have made an arrest in connection to a number of recent indecent act incidents that occurred in public places within Steinbach, Manitoba.
On October 1, 2016, a female reported a male sitting on a bench in L.A. Barkman Park in Steinbach committing an indecent act. Police say that children were playing nearby. On October 2, 2016, a female reported a male committing an indecent act on the corner of Reimer Avenue and 4th Street in Steinbach. When confronted by a citizen, the male fled on a bicycle.
RCMP report that on October 4, 2016, officers arrested a 26-year-old male from Steinbach in relation to these incidents. During the investigation it was learned that additional offences may have occurred in the area around Reimer Avenue and Brandt Street throughout the summer. The suspect remains in police custody.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Steinbach RCMP at 204-326-4452 or Manitoba CrimeStoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477. You can also submit a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com or text TIPMAN plus your message to CRIMES(274637).
