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North Bay police searching for man who committed ‘lewd’ act outside a window

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An undated photo of a parked North Bay Police Services vehicle. (Eric Taschner/CTV News Northern Ontario)

The North Bay Police Service is hoping the public can help them identify a suspect in an indecent act investigation.

The incident took place around 7 p.m. Jan. 15 in the area of Ski Club Road and Johnston Road, police said in a news release Friday.

“The victims observed an unknown male performing a lewd act while looking through an exterior window of the victims’ residence,” police said.

“One of the victims and another resident exited the house and attempted to locate the suspect but were unsuccessful.”

The suspect is believed to be a tall man who was wearing dark clothing.

“Anyone with security camera footage or dash camera footage from the area around the time of the incident is asked to contact the North Bay Police Service to assist with the investigation,” the release said.

Anyone who experienced a similar incident is also asked to contact police.

Police can be reached at 1-705-497-5555. Press ‘5’ to speak with an officer.

To remain anonymous, contact Near North Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 or online.