High-risk offender wanted by Guelph Police

GUELPH – The Guelph Police Service is warning people about a "high-risk" offender with a history of sexually assaulting strangers.

Medhani Yohans was released from custody in Toronto on July 29.

"The Guelph Police Service believes that Yohans poses a risk to the community, particularly to women, and is concerned that he may commit similar offences in the future," states a press release.

Yohans has a history in Guelph dating back to 2017, and his whereabouts are presently unknown.

He is described as a 5’9” tall 35-year-old Black man, with a thin build, black hair and brown eyes.

Yohans is currently wanted by the Guelph Police Service and a warrant has been issued for his arrest. It is not known if Yohans will or has returned to Guelph.

Guelph Police ask that anyone who sees him, do not approach him, but rather, call the police at 519-824-1212 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at csgw.tips.