(NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a North Perth resident after police responded to a disturbance.
On November 19, 2022, at approximately 4:20 p.m., officers responded to a domestic disturbance in the Municipality of North Perth. It was determined that one person involved in the disturbance had assaulted the other. The victim was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.
During the investigation, it was also disclosed that the victim was sexually assaulted by the accused.
As a results, a 19-year-old male resident of North Perth has been arrested and charged with:
– Sexual Assault
– Assault Cause Bodily Harm – Choke, suffocate or strangle
– Assault
– Assault with A Weapon
– Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm
The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.
Victims of sexual assault/domestic violence are not alone. If you, or someone you know, is in need of support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth at 1-866-376-9852.
If you are in an immediate crisis, dial 9-1-1.