Arrest Made in Stranger Sex Assault, Appeal to Other Victims

Region of Peel– Investigators from the 11 Division Criminal Investigations Bureau have arrested an individual following a stranger sex assault and suspect that others have been victimized.

On December 9, 2024 the victim, a female under the age of 18 was present in the Square One area of Mississauga when she was approached by the suspect. It is alleged that the suspect made advances towards the victim, kissing and touching her inappropriately. The victim managed to leave the situation and was not physically injured.

Investigators were able to identify the suspect, and on December 16, Johnathan Watson, also known as Justine Watson, 29-years-old of no fixed address, was arrested and held in custody pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton. They are charged with:

• Sexual Assault
• Fail to Comply with Probation Order (X2)

At the time of arrest, Johnathan was bound by release orders stemming from two prior and separate charges of Sexual Assault.

Investigators believe there may be additional victims and encourage them to report the incidents to police. Victims or anyone with information about this case can contact the 11 Division Criminal Investigations bureau by calling (905) 453-2121 ext. 1133.

Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or by visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.

For media inquiries, please contact the on-duty Public Information Officer at (905) 453-2121, ext. 4027.

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Inc:  PR240391287

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