Police hunt suspect in attacks on Sydney's northern beaches walking tracks
NSW Police are investigating three alleged sexual attacks. The attacks happened on women at northern beaches walking tracks.
Police are searching for a suspect. Three women were allegedly sexually attacked while exercising.
The attacks happened on separate days at Sydney's northern beaches. On Wednesday afternoon, a woman was allegedly touched inappropriately at Narrabeen Lagoon Trail.
A man on an e-bike was involved. He wore a fluorescent yellow shirt and dark pants.
On Thursday afternoon, another woman was running at Narrabeen Lake. She heard inappropriate sexual comments.
Within hours, a third woman was allegedly touched inappropriately at Billabong Reserve. A person on an e-bike was involved.
Police are investigating whether the incidents are linked. Officers have asked for witnesses to come forward.
Anyone with footage should contact Crime Stoppers.
- 3
- Alleged attacks
- Northern beaches, Sydney
- Location
- Wednesday afternoon to Thursday evening
- Time span
Why it mattersMultiple attacks happened on the same trails within hours. This raises safety concerns for people exercising alone. It shows why people need to be aware of their surroundings in popular outdoor areas.
AustraliaWomen in Sydney's northern beaches region may alter their exercise routines or demand increased police presence on popular walking trails.
✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 1 h ago
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