Saanich Police are investigating after a man was allegedly seen masturbating at the beach at Elk Lake on Sunday.
At approximately 4:15 p.m. on June 27, police were contacted by a witness who said they had seen a man sitting in chair and masturbating on Hamsterly Beach.
They also claimed he had been watching children on the beach near the water’s edge.
Officers responded but prior to their arrival the suspect left the Hamsterly Beach parking lot in a beige-coloured SUV with a large bike rack on the back.
“While our officers continue to investigate this disturbing incident, we are appealing to the public for any information, as the beach and surrounding area were very busy over the weekend and there may be witnesses out there that have yet to come forward,” said Cst. Markus Anastasiades.
The suspect was described to police as a white man in his late 50’s or 60’s, 5 feet 6 inches tall, with a medium to heavy build.
He was wearing a beige “Tilley” style hat, a beige shirt, dark shorts. He was also carrying a webbed folding chair.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Saanich Police Department at 250-475-4321 or they can report anonymously to the Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
