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Police Seeking Suspect in Fort Erie Assaults

Tuesday, 1 March 2022 16:09

By Linda Morgan

Men targeted in three separate incidents near Queen Street and Goderich Street last month.

Niagara Regional Police are investigating a string of Fort Erie assaults.

Officers say in three separate incidents last month, men walking alone at night near Queen Street and Goderich Street were punched for no reason.

In each incident, the perpetrator snuck up on the victim and fled the scene after the assaults.

None of the victims suffered serious injuries.

Residents are advised to be cautious when walking in this neghbourhood at night.

The suspect is described as a white male between 20 and 40 years old who is about 5'10 and has a slender build.

Anyone with information can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or Niagara Regional Police at 906-688-4111 ext. 1007703.

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