

Paul Johnston, CP24.com





A 47-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a sexual assault that occurred near Trinity Bellwoods Park last Friday.

It happened in the Dundas Street West and Manning Avenue area at around 12:30 a.m.

According to police, the 25-year-old victim was approached from behind and sexually assaulted.

The victim was targeted, police said, and sustained serious injuries in the attack.

Police announced Thursday that a previously-identified suspect had been arrested in connection with the case.

Orral Phinn, of Toronto, is charged with sexual assault causing bodily harm.

He was scheduled to appear in court this morning.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1400 or Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477).