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RCMP investigating alleged 2022 sexual assault at downtown Red Deer bus station

Aug 23, 2024 | 10:31 AM

Red Deer RCMP are investigating a sexual assault which allegedly occurred in November 2022.

RCMP learned of the alleged assault in June 2024 while speaking to a youth about an unrelated matter.

The assault is said to have occurred to the youth while waiting for public transit at the downtown transit terminal. The female was approached by a male with a knife who then forced her into a truck where the assault took place, police say.

RCMP are providing a composite sketch of the victim (seen above).

The suspect is described as:

  • Male
  • Approximately 20-30 years-old
  • Light complexion
  • Blue eyes, brown “scruffy” hair with a mustache
  • Flower tattoo on his forearm
  • Driving a black four-door Ford truck with grey seats and wood trim inside

If you have any information regarding this offence or the person responsible, you are asked to contact the Red Deer RCMP at 403-406-2200. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.

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