A 54-year-old man from Oromocto has been arrested in connection with a sexual assault that occurred inside a Saint John business last summer. The Saint John Police Force announced the arrest in a media release published on October 29, 2025.

Details of the Incident

According to the police report, the incident took place on July 8, 2025. At approximately 8:10 p.m., a 21-year-old man reported that he was followed into a bathroom stall at a Union Street business and sexually assaulted. The identity of the person responsible was unknown at the time of the initial report.

Arrest and Court Appearance

The investigation led to an arrest on October 15, 2025, when the Oromocto RCMP detachment took the 54-year-old male suspect into custody around 7:00 a.m. The Saint John Police Family Protection Unit is leading the investigation and acknowledged the RCMP’s assistance in making the arrest.

The suspect has been released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in court on March 9, 2026, to face a charge of sexual assault.

Frequently Asked Questions

What crime is the suspect charged with?

The 54-year-old man was arrested for sexual assault in connection with an incident that occurred on July 8, 2025.

When and where did the incident occur?

The alleged sexual assault happened at approximately 8:10 p.m. inside a bathroom at a business on Union Street in Saint John.

When is the suspect’s court date?

The suspect is scheduled to appear in court on March 9, 2026.

Who made the arrest?

The Oromocto RCMP detachment made the arrest on behalf of the Saint John Police Force.