NORTH DELTA — Delta police are investigating after two high school students were sexually assaulted in the Sunshine Hills area of North Delta Friday morning.
At about 8 a.m., officers responded to a call about a sexual assault that had just occurred.
Two female Grade 8 students were walking to school in the Sunshine Hills area. The two girls entered a footpath and were followed by a male into the pathway. The male approached the females from behind and sexually assaulted one of them before running away.
Officers believe that as the suspect fled the area, he sexually assaulted another girl, this one in Grade 9.
"Delta Police are in the early stages of the investigation of these assaults," said department spokesperson A/Sgt. Sarah Swallow. "Police have been unsuccessful in locating the suspect at this time and the investigation continues."
The suspect is described as a Caucasian male in his 40s with long blond hair and a scruffy blond beard. He was wearing a black leather jacket, jeans and a black and white toque with a hint of red.
Police are reminding parents and kids of a few safety tips:
• Always walk in groups.
• Be aware of your surroundings at all times – do not wear headphones or immerse yourself in music players.
• If you see anyone you believe to be suspicious call the police or an adult.
Anyone with any information about this incident is asked to contact the Delta Police Department at 604-946-4411.