Dandenong, Victoria – Transit Crime Investigation Unit detectives have arrested a 25-year-old Springvale man in connection with an alleged sexual assault that occurred last month.
The incident took place on 17 February at approximately 6:30 am. A 37-year-old woman was reportedly sexually assaulted while travelling on a Route 811 bus between Dandenong Railway Station and Brighton. It is understood that the male suspect boarded the bus at Dandenong Railway Station.
On Friday, 21 March, the suspect voluntarily presented himself to the authorities and was subsequently arrested.
This arrest follows an earlier public appeal by Victoria Police, seeking assistance in identifying the individual involved in the incident.
The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with further information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
Support services are available for individuals affected by sexual assault. The South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault (SECASA) offers crisis support and counselling. They can be reached at 03 8769 2200 or via their website at www.secasa.org.au.
