Police have stepped up their search for a man who is accused of physically assaulting a woman in Mimico by pulling her by the hair, grabbing her throat and then spitting on her.
Toronto Police are trying to locate the victim to ‘ensure her wellbeing.’
Police said the incident occurred on November 7 in the area of Lake Shore Blvd. W. , and Mimico Avenue.
Officers alleged the suspect engaged in a verbal dispute with the woman.
“The man then assaulted the woman,” according to a release from 22 Division. “The woman pulled the woman by the hair and grabbed her by the throat and spat on her.”
The suspect then fled the scene.
Police said they are concerned about the safety of the woman, who is described as white, about five-foot tall, petite build with brown hair.
Anyone who was in the area at the time is urged to contact police with any information. Investigators would also encourage the woman to contact police to let them know she is safe and well.
In another incident, police last week released an image of man in connection with a Sept. 29 sexual assault that allegedly took place near Humber College.
According to police, the incident occurred at 11:30 p.m. in the Lake Shore Boulevard West and Kipling Avenue area.
Police alleged a man approached a 23-year-old woman from behind as she waited to board a bus, and sexually assaulted her.
The suspect is described as being about 25 years old and 5’8″ tall with a medium build and red facial hair. He wore a grey Champion brand hoodie, salt-and-pepper Roots sweatpants and red shoes.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.