Mesa Police Seek Information About Western Canal Assault/ Indecent Exposure Incidents

UPDATE: 

Mesa Police Announce Arrest in Western Canal Assault/Indecent Exposure Case

Mesa, AZ (January 09, 2025): Mesa Police arrested 18-year-old Gavin Harbour, in connection with two incidents of assault and indecent exposure that occurred along the Western Canal in late November and early December 2024.

Since the end of November 2024, there have been at least two separate incidents involving a male suspect. In both cases, the suspect asked the victims for directions to a nearby gas station before committing the offenses.

Detectives worked tirelessly on this case, following every lead that was presented. On 01/09/2025, one of the leads pointed to Harbour, who detectives were able to locate and interview. Gavin Harbour was booked into jail for ARS 13-1402 Indecent Exposure and ARS 13-1203.A.1 Assault.

Mesa Police are still encouraging anyone with additional information about these incidents or anyone who believes they may also be a victim to contact the Mesa Police Department at 480-644-2211.

Mesa Police seek information leading to the identity of a male suspect who allegedly groped one female and exposed himself to another on the Western Canal between late November- early December 2024.

Since the end of November 2024, there have been at least two separate incidents involving a male suspect described as white, light complexion with shoulder length/long curly blonde or dirty blonde hair. He is between 5’5”-5’10” tall and appears to be in his late teens or early 20s. At the time these incidents occurred, he was wearing a black hoodie and riding a black bicycle. He may also wear glasses. Both times he asked the victim for directions to a nearby gas station.

Mesa Police are asking anyone with information about these two incidents, information about the suspect, or anyone who thinks they may also be a victim to contact Mesa Police Department at 480-644-2211.

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