At approximately 3 PM on Monday September 7, 2026, a woman reported observing an adult male allegedly commit an indecent act while she was recreating near the Nanaimo River. The woman said the area was just north of Spruston Road, close to the boundary between Nanaimo and Ladysmith RCMP jurisdictions.
The male is described as:
- White
- Approximately late 50s
- Slim build
- Under 183 cm (6 feet) tall
- Balding on top with light brown hair on the sides
- Last seen wearing light blue swim shorts and carrying a blue towel
Investigators are releasing a composite sketch prepared with the assistance of the complainant in hopes that someone may recognize the individual. Anyone who was in the area indicated between 2 PM and 4 PM on September 7, 2026, or anyone who may have information that could assist investigators in identifying the male, is asked to contact the Ladysmith RCMP non-emergency at 250-245-2215.
