Police in two Greater Toronto Area regions have arrested and charged a man in connection with separate alleged sexual assaults that occurred on public buses.
Charges Stem from Incidents in Two Jurisdictions
Saman Salimianrizi, 32, of no fixed address, was taken into custody following investigations by both the Peel Regional Police and York Regional Police. The charges relate to incidents that allegedly took place on transit vehicles in Mississauga, which is policed by Peel, and in Richmond Hill, which falls under York Region's jurisdiction.
The arrest highlights the collaborative efforts between the two major police services to address serious crimes occurring on the region's public transportation network. Authorities have not released the specific dates of the alleged assaults but confirmed the investigations were linked, leading to the coordinated arrest.
Details of the Allegations and Police Response
While full details of the incidents remain under investigation, police have indicated the charges are for sexual assault. The fact that the accused faces charges from two separate police services suggests the alleged offences followed a similar pattern, prompting a cross-jurisdictional response.
Public safety on transit has been an ongoing concern and priority for police services across the GTA. This arrest demonstrates the police's commitment to investigating such reports thoroughly and holding alleged offenders accountable, regardless of municipal boundaries.
Legal Proceedings and Public Safety Message
The accused is currently in custody and will be facing the judicial process. The police have released a photo of Salimianrizi via a handout, a common practice in seeking public assistance or confirming an arrest in serious cases.
Police are urging anyone who may have been a victim or witnessed suspicious activity on public transit to come forward and report it to authorities immediately. They reinforce that all reports are taken seriously and investigated with sensitivity.
The arrest occurred on December 20, 2025, marking a significant development in these cases. The collaboration between Peel and York police serves as a reminder that law enforcement agencies work together to combat crime that affects communities across the Greater Toronto Area.
