A man will remain behind bars, accused of sexually assaulting three separate women in 30 minutes in Far North Queensland.
Police say the women were approached by a man while out for an evening walk in Manoora, near Cairns late last month.
The 28-year-old is accused of trying to talk to the women before allegedly touching them inappropriately, then fleeing on foot.
Cairns Police Detective Acting Inspector Jason Smith said he was concerned about the man’s intentions.
“This was a shocking offence and so many offences had occurred in such a short space of time. He was clearly a motivated offender”.
“We’ve actually been able to identify further offences all committed at or about the same time and that includes an attempt to enter a motor vehicle where a woman receded and also a break and enter offence.”
Inspector Smith warned people to take caution when out exercising, especially as social restrictions are eased across the state.
“Be aware of your surroundings. If you have earbuds in, just have one in so you can hear someone approaching. Just be aware…and what action you might take if you’re approached by someone who’s intent you’re not aware of.”
The 28-year-old man been charged with several offences, including three counts of indecent assault, one count of entering a dwelling with intent and attempted entry to a premises.
He will appear in the Cairns Magistrates Court on August 7.
Source: 9News
