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Okanagan man charged with sexual assault, police seeking more victims

KELOWNA – RCMP are looking for more potential victims after a 61-year-old Kelowna man was charged with two counts of sexual assault.

Police say they received a report of a sexual assault at a store in the 400 block of Bernard Avenue in downtown Kelowna on the evening of Friday March 7.   RCMP say an unknown male walked into the store and began a conversation with a female staff member.  He then rubbed against the young woman and grabbed her from behind.  The woman screamed and the man left the store before returning again briefly.

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Police launched an investigation and were able to track a suspect down at his Kelowna residence.  Brian Spencer was arrested and charged with sexual assault.

RCMP have identified at least two other investigations with similar circumstances and are now concerned there may be other victims.  They’re asking those people to come forward and help further the investigation.

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The suspect is described as a Caucasian male, 61-years old, 5″7 inches tall and 141 pounds.  He has a slim build with balding and grey hair and blue eyes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Kelowna RCMP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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