Saanich Police have arrested a man after he committed an indecent act while attempting to break into a residence early Sunday morning.
The incident took place on January 9, 2022, just after 12:30 a.m. when the victim was inside their home and they noticed a man looking in through a sliding glass door.
According to the victim, the man then removed his pants and began committing an indecent act. The man proceeded to walk towards the door to grab the handle to enter but the victim was able to quickly run up and lock it from inside.
He then ran off through the backyard.
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Officers attended the scene and utilizing the Integrated Canine Unit, were able to locate the man in a park in the 4300-block of Tyndall Avenue.
Sherwin Batley, 41, is being charged with the criminal offences of Break and Enter and Indecent Act.
Police say has a lengthy criminal history with many matters still before the courts.
“This was a terrifying event for the victim, who had never seen this man prior to this encounter,” said Saanich Police. “The quick actions of the victim prevented this from escalating into a potentially much more serious incident.”
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