Male Arrested After Sexual Assault in Oshawa

A 25-year-old male has been arrested after a sexual assault in Oshawa.

On Monday, April 21, 2025, members of Central East Division responded to a sexual assault call in the area of Dean Avenue and Sedan Crescent. The suspect approached the victim who was walking down the street, and touched her inappropriately before running away.

The victim provided a description of the suspect and his vehicle, a silver Nissan Rogue. Officers were able to locate him later that day. He was arrested at a residence in the Harmony and Rossland Road area without incident.

The victim did not sustain any physical injuries.

Police are releasing the suspect’s photo to ensure there are no further victims. It is attached.

Andrew PINEDA-MAYEN, age 25 of Oshawa, is charged with Sexual Assault, Fail To Comply With Probation Order and Disobeying Order Of the Court.

He was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact Det. Baldini of the Central East Criminal Investigative Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2765.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

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