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Suspect of indecent exposure in south-end Guelph park sought by police

Police said a homeowner received a phone call on Thursday from someone claiming to be his granddaughter. She reportedly needed $18,000 in order to be released from custody. Matt Carty / Global Guelph

Guelph police say they are investigating a man for indecent exposure in a park in the southern end of the city on Sunday afternoon.

According to police, a woman was waking her dog in the off-leash area of Preservation Park when her pooch approached a man leaning against a tree.

She then called out to the man to warn him of the dog’s approach when she realized he was masturbating. He then took off into the forest.

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Police are describing the suspect as being, 5’8” to 5’10” tall with a thin to medium build. He was said to be dressed in a short black bomber-style jacket with a fur-lined hood and black pants with a belt.

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They are asking anyone with information about the incident to call 519-824-1212, ext. 7462, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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