Man accused of exposing himself at Calgary school wanted by police
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At a glance
- Calgary police are seeking the public's assistance to identify a man accused of indecent exposure at Braeside School.
- The incident occurred on June 16 when the man allegedly exposed himself to students outside the school.
- The suspect fled before officers arrived; he is described as being in his late 20s to early 30s.
Calgary police are appealing for public help to identify a man suspected of indecent exposure at a southwest Calgary elementary school. The incident took place on June 16 around 10 a.m. outside Braeside School, a K-6 institution.
Authorities allege the man exposed himself to a group of students. School staff were alerted by the students and subsequently contacted the police. It is also reported that the suspect briefly grabbed one of the students by the arm, though the intent behind this action remains unclear.
The suspect fled the scene before police arrived. Investigators have interviewed multiple witnesses and are now releasing a description of the man. He is described as being in his late 20s to early 30s, with short dark hair. He was last seen wearing a dark hooded top with the hood up, black pants, dark shoes, and carrying a light-colored backpack with pockets.
Police urge anyone who may have witnessed the event or possesses relevant doorbell camera footage from the vicinity of the school to contact them. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
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