A 47-year-old man is facing multiple charges after he allegedly harassed three young girls on Riverside Drive June 24.
An investigation by Greater Sudbury Police revealed that the man had approached two girls, aged eight and 11, and spoke to them about their bathing suits.
He was later seen walking into the driveway of a residence, where the girls were playing in the backyard with another young girl. He was watching them play.
The man left when the girls began to scream in fear, but returned a short time later. At this point, the girls were accompanied by adults.
Police were called at around 4:15 p.m., and they found the suspect on Douglas Street. He had allegedly been drinking and was armed with a knife.
The man was charged with public intoxication, carrying a dangerous weapon, carrying a concealed weapon, three counts of criminal harassment and three counts of breach of probation.
One of the charges for breach of probation is related to a probation order not to be in the company of a person under the age of 18 without another adult being present.
The suspect is due to appear in bail court June 25.
Editor's note:
This story is based on the most recent information provided by police. No further details have been provided at this time. If you have pertinent information, phone Sudbury Rainbow Crime Stoppers at 675-TIPS or 1-800-222-TIPS.
