Sask. RCMP seeks tips in summertime beachside sexual assault

The entrance to Waskesiu. (Carla Shynkaruk/CTV Saskatoon)

RCMP officers in Waskesiu are calling on the public for tips about a reported sexual assault in a beachside washroom in Saskatchewan’s northern national park this past summer.

In a news release on Monday, the Saskatchewan RCMP said the Waskesiu village RCMP detachment received the initial report on Aug. 31.

In the late evening hours, investigators say a male approached a female in a washroom along the beach and tried to sexually assault her.

“The woman was able to escape. She did not report physical injuries to police,” the RCMP said.

Police released a description of the suspect and are asking the public to help identify him.

“He is described as an Asian male between 16 and 21 years old, with a medium complexion and straight dark hair, which came approximately halfway down his forehead.”

Investigators believe the suspect is around five-feet, six-inches tall with a small build.

At the time of the incident, police say he may have been wearing black Crocs, grey socks, baggy black jeans or cargo pants, a woven fabric belt with a silver metal buckle, a light grey or white shirt and an oversize zip-up hoodie hanging off his shoulders.

“If you have information about this incident, think you know who the suspect may be, or saw the suspect in Waskesiu in late August / early September 2024, contact Waskesiu RCMP.”