(WEST PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges in relation to a sexual assault on a youth that occurred in the Municipality of West Perth.
On December 1, 2022, Perth County OPP responded to a report of a sexual assault.
Investigation revealed that the victim was sexually assault on several occasions between September and November. The accused and victim were known to each other.
As a result of the investigation, a 34-year-old resident of West Perth was charged with:
– Sexual Interference (3 counts)
– Sexual Assault on a Person Under 16 years of age (3 counts)
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.