Man facing sexual assault charges, police appealing to other potential victims
Provincial police reported on Saturday that they arrested a male suspect who allegedly sexually assaulted a youth at an Orillia, Ont. business last weekend.
According to Orillia OPP, officers received a call about an unknown male who committed the act at the Murphy Road business last Saturday before fleeing on foot.
Police say the officers canvassed the area and identified a suspect with help from the Orillia detachment's Major Crime Unit (MCU).
The suspect, a 23-year-old man from Petawawa, Ont., was arrested on Friday and charged with sexual assault on a person under 16 years of age and sexual interference.
The accused was held in custody pending a Saturday bail hearing.
Police say they are concerned that there could be more victims in relation to the investigation and are asking anyone with more information about the incident or other related incidents to come forward.
Those wishing to remain anonymous could contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or reach out to Ontario 211 for support resources.
Police also remind the public that reports on sexual offences could be made at any time, regardless of how much time has passed.
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