No public safety threat after St. Catharines sexual assault Monday: police

Niagara police say they no longer believe there’s a threat to public safety in connection with an alleged sexual assault in St. Catharines.

Police said Monday they were investigating an alleged incident involving a 17-year-old boy who was walking his dog around 1 p.m. on a trail near Malcolmson Eco Park.

Investigators said a suspect approached the teen, they argued and the boy was then sexually assaulted in a wooded area.

Police now say that while the investigation continues, they don’t expect to lay any charges.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the lead detective at 905 688 4111, option 3, ext. 1009311.