Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) from the Leeds County detachment have charged a man after a number of “disturbing” incidents in the Westport area, southwest of Smiths Falls.
Police said there have been multiple reports since mid-September of a male masturbating in a parked car at a gas station parking lot, as well as, following women in the community. Officials said they believe the harassing behaviour has been going on since July.
On Oct. 20, a 37-year-old man from Perth Road near Sydenham Lake was charged with:
- Criminal harassment – repeatedly follow, watch and threatening conduct
- Committing an indecent act in a public place – three counts
The accused remains in custody with a bail hearing scheduled for Oct. 29 in Brockville.
OPP believe there could be other victims and want to hear from anyone who may have experienced similar incidents involving a man in a red Ford Escape.
Anyone with information can call the Leeds County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident E241398010.