Girl sexually assaulted at Abbotsford park, police investigating

The Abbotsford Police Department is actively investigating a distressing reported sexual assault of a girl at Downes Bowl Park on Monday night. The assault is believed to have occurred between 10 p. m. and 11:45 p. m.

, while the victim was alone in the park. The suspect is described as a male between 15 and 20 years old, approximately 5'5" tall, with a bowl cut, dark brown hair, and a short dark beard. He was seen wearing grey pants, a grey sweater, and white shoes, and remains at large. The AbbyPD's Sex Crimes Unit is managing the investigation, emphasizing that they consider the incident to be random. No suspects have yet been identified or arrested, raising community concerns about safety in public spaces.

Police are encouraging anyone with information or dash camera footage from the area to contact them. This incident underscores the importance of vigilance and community cooperation in addressing public safety issues.