On March 3, 2019, at approximately 3 p.m., three female youths reported that a man had grabbed them in the lazy river at the Terwillegar Recreation Centre. It was reported that the male was alone in the pool and was heavier set, wearing black swim trunks with reflective goggles on his head. The male was also observed holding a yellow pool noodle around his waist.
Suspect image
The man was identified and arrested on March 3, 2019. Following an investigation by the Edmonton Police Service Child Protection Section, Mark Brookes, 53, was charged with sexual assault (x2), sexual interference (x2) and assault.
The EPS is releasing a photo of the accused, as it is believed there are additional complainants.
Mark Brookes, 53
Brookes has been released with conditions, including:
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No contact or communication with any person under the age of 16 without the presence of an adult parent or guardian of the child.
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Prohibited from seeking, obtaining or continuing any employment or volunteer role that involves being in a position of trust toward any person under the age of 16.
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Prohibited from being within 100 metres of any public park, swimming pool, day care centre, school ground, playground or community centre.
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Prohibited from owning or carrying a weapon, including knives, except to prepare or eat food, or to use tools while at work.
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Prohibited from being within 200 metres of Terwillegar Recreation Centre.
Investigators believe there are additional complainants who have had similar encounters with Brookes, and are encouraging them to come forward by calling the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.
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