A Guelph man was arrested Monday night after a woman was followed and sexually assaulted in front of many witnesses.
Approximately 3:45 p.m. Monday police received several 911 calls about a woman being attacked by a man near Speedvale Avenue West and the Hanlon Expressway.
Investigation revealed the man had followed her for a short distance. While she was waiting at the crosswalk the man pulled down her pants from behind, knocked her to the ground and sexually assaulted her. This was witnessed by several people driving in the area who stopped and intervened.
The victim in her 20s was transported to hospital for treatment.
The suspect fled before officers arrived but was caught on the surveillance video of several nearby businesses and identified. He was located and arrested just after 10 p.m.
A 19-year-old Guelph man is charged with sexual assault and assault. He was held for a bail hearing Tuesday.
