The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has arrested a male following an Indecent Act committed in Georgetown.

On June 1, 2025, at 7:40 pm an adult female was seated on a bench adjacent to a secluded public trail system in the area of the Credit River and Mountainview Road South, known locally as Hungry Hollow, when the suspect approached the victim from behind. Sensing someone close by the victim turned around to find the suspect engaged in an indecent act. The victim fled and contacted police who were able to locate the suspect and affect an arrest.

As a result of the investigation James McHale (36) of Halton Hills was charged with Indecent Act, and Disobey Court Order.

McHale was held in custody pending a bail hearing in Milton.

Investigators believe McHale may have committed similar acts and believe there may be additional victims. Anyone with information regarding this investigation, or anyone who has been victimized by McHale is asked to contact the 1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4777 ext. 2416.

A photo of the McHale has been attached to this media release.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. "See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers" at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.

Media Inquiries:

Halton Regional Police Service
Media Relations
Phone: 905-825-4899
Email: corpcomm@haltonpolice.ca

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