A sketch of the suspect wanted in connection to a sexual assault in Rutland on Aug. 23, 2025.
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September 05, 2025 - 2:27 PM
The Kelowna RCMP is looking for a suspect in a sexual assault that happened in Rutland around two weeks ago.
A young female was assaulted behind a strip mall in the 300-block of Highway 33 between 10 p.m. and 12 a.m. on Aug. 23, according to a press release from police.
The sex crimes unit has put out a sketch of the suspect. He’s described as a man in his 30s with a darker complexion, brown or black hair, around 5’8” tall with a medium build.
The suspect was last seen wearing a dark T-shirt, blue jeans and white sneakers.
RCMP are reminding people to be aware of their surroundings when walking along at night.
Police said more officers are going to be placed in the area where the assault took place.
Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect, or any video of the strip mall around the time of the assault has been asked to contact police at 250-470-6236. People can give an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online here.
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