Police Warning

Oak Bluffs police have responded to several calls reporting a peeping Tom over the past several weeks. In two incidents a man also entered homes occupied by women and sexually assaulted one of them. Police believe the incidents all may be related.

Police are asking residents to be vigilant by drawing shades at night, locking doors, using outdoor lighting and calling the police immediately if they hear or see any suspicious activity around their house or in their neighborhood.

Police said several of the victims described the individual as a male between 15 and 25 years old, short and thin with dark hair and possibly of Hispanic, Brazilian or Middle Eastern descent.

Police have tried numerous tactics to catch the suspect but have been unsuccessful. Police are asking for help in identifying and catching the man and urge anyone with any information to please call Det. Nick Curelli or Lieut. Tim Williamson at 508-693-0750. Callers may remain anonymous.