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Canberra police hunt man who chased and threatened women on Northbourne Avenue

Police search for man who threatened and chased several women near a fitness studio on Northbourne Avenue on October 15 and the following morning.

A man allegedly chased several women and threatened to follow them into a fitness studio on Northbourne Avenue around 5:30am on Thursday, October 15. The man attempted to kick one woman as she walked toward the entrance.

The following morning, the same man allegedly returned and again chased several women, threatened a female patron, and threw a bottle in the direction of a fleeing woman. ACT Policing attended both times but could not locate him.

He is described as Caucasian with a solid build and wavy hair. He was wearing a grey cap, red t-shirt, cream long-sleeved shirt underneath, black board shorts, and white and brown shoes.

Police have released images and are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

October 15 and 16
Incident dates
Around 5:30am
Time of incidents
Northbourne Avenue, Canberra CBD
Location
1800 333 000
Crime Stoppers number

Why it mattersIdentifying the man helps protect women in the area and removes a threat to public safety.

AustraliaWomen using that Canberra fitness studio should be aware of this incident and report sightings to police.

✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 6 h ago

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