This man is a threat to children
news.com.au Friday 4th May, 2012
Police yesterday released a sketch of the man they believe responsible for the attacks and are calling on the community to help locate him. Police are concerned the man is becoming more aggressive and urged parents to remain vigilant. They said the second incident was more violent than the first. Detective Superintendent John Kerlatec of the sex crimes unit said police feared the man would strike again. "It's concerning as a parent and as a polic...
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