A 51-year-old man has been charged following a police investigation into an alleged sexual touching incident involving a female jogger in Bondi, Sydney. New South Wales Police confirmed the arrest and charges on Saturday, 31 October 2026.

The investigation began after police received reports of an alleged incident involving a 33-year-old woman who was jogging along Bondi Road in the early hours of Thursday, 29 October.

According to NSW Police, the woman was approached by an unknown man at approximately 5:30 am while she was exercising in the area. Police were informed that the man allegedly sexually touched her without consent before leaving the location.

Officers attached to the Eastern Suburbs Police Area Command responded to the report and began investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Following the initial report, detectives started making inquiries to identify the alleged offender. Investigators examined information about the incident and worked to establish the man's movements before and after the alleged offence.

Police also appealed for public assistance and released a description of a person they believed could help with their inquiries.

The man was described as being of Caucasian appearance, approximately 30 to 40 years old and around 175 centimetres tall. At the time of the alleged incident, he was reportedly wearing a green jacket, blue shorts and fluorescent green shoes. He was also carrying a black duffle bag and riding a red bicycle.

Police encouraged anyone who had witnessed suspicious activity around Bondi Road during the early morning hours to come forward.

Following further inquiries, officers attached to the Inner West Police Area Command arrested a 51-year-old man at a property on Unwins Bridge Road in Tempe at approximately 3 pm on Friday, 30 October.

The man was taken to Newtown Police Station, where detectives continued their investigation and formally charged him.

The accused faces three charges: - Sexually touching another person without consent. - Entering enclosed land without lawful excuse. - Hindering or resisting a police officer in the execution of duty. Police refused bail, and the man was scheduled to appear before Bail Division Court 7 on Saturday, 31 October 2026.

The arrest marks an important development in the investigation, which began after the woman reported the alleged incident.

Bondi is a busy coastal suburb of Sydney, attracting residents, tourists, walkers and joggers throughout the year. Early morning exercise is common in the area, particularly along its residential streets and coastal routes.

The incident has highlighted the importance of public safety and the role of police investigations in responding to reports of alleged offences in public places.

NSW Police have encouraged members of the public with relevant information or footage to assist investigators. Information can be provided confidentially through Crime Stoppers.

The case will now proceed through the court system. The accused man is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.