Why?

It's this kind of shit that scares me...especially since this was on a street very close to my house. :(
Attempted sexual assault during the daytime.
Waterloo Regional Police Service has just sent us notice of a attempt sexual assault which took place at 1:45 pm on November 16, 2006 on *ent*** St by the
park. A 19 year old female was grabbed from behind in the park by a male who attempted to sexually assault her. She had been walking alone across a cricket
field between the tennis courts and the Lion's Lagoon splash park. The victim struggled with the suspect and he fled.
Description: Male white, in his 30's, scruffy looking, over 6 ft tall, wearing a black hoody and cap,thick canvass army type coat, khaki pants and shoes.

Community Safety and Security will be putting out a Safety Warning to all students and staff which will be posted throughout the buildings. A Crime Alert
will be put on our web site and Neighbourhood Watch alert sent out.

We are advising students and staff to use a buddy system and use extreme caution when walking at any time. Avoid parks, secluded areas and remain on designated
sidewalks in public and well lit places. Please don't be distracted by using cell phones or music when walking. After daylight hours use Foot patrol.

Please advise your staff and students accordingly and use caution until this suspect is caught.