(ELGIN COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Elgin County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) under the direction of the West Region Crime Unit have arrested a male party in connection with a violent sexual assault that occurred on October 19, 2013. (original media release attached)
As a result of an exhaustive investigation, the OPP has arrested and charged 35-year-old Henry COOPER from St. Mary’s Village in Trinidad and Tobago. He has been charged with;
– Sexual Assault with a Weapon – 272 (1)(a) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
– Forcible Confinement – 279(2) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
– Overcome Resistance by Attempting to Choke – 246(1) of the Criminal Code.
– Uttering Threats to Cause Death – 264.2(1)(a) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
The accused is being held in police custody pending a bail hearing. The Elgin County OPP would like to thank the public for their assistance and cooperation during the investigation.
“My thoughts today are with the victim of this horrendous crime. It is my hope that she will begin the long journey toward healing, knowing that the perpetrator of this crime has been identified and is now before the Criminal Justice system.†– Detachment Commander Brad Fishleigh.