Man arrested for historic sexual assault

A 66-year-old man has been arrested for sexual abuse between 1996 and the present.

In February 2024, members of the DRPS Central West Criminal Investigations Branch began an investigation into historical sexual assaults involving a minor. The victim, now an adult, came forward to police to report a history of sexual assault that had occurred between the years 1996 and the present. Following the investigation, the man was arrested by the police on October 9, 2024.

A 66-year-old Oshawa man is charged with numerous crimes, including: Sexual violence x4 and Sexual exploitation.

He was held for a bail hearing.

To protect the victim’s identity, the suspect’s name is not being released. The police assume that this is an isolated incident.

Sexual abuse can take many forms and often leaves victims feeling isolated and alone. To help alleviate the stress for victims who come forward, DRPS partners with the Center for Domestic and Sexual Violence and Victim Services to create a supportive environment where victims’ voices are heard and valued. If you are a victim of sexual abuse, call police at 905-579-1520.

If you need support but are not ready to contact police, you can contact Durham Region Victim Support for confidential help and resources. https://www.victimservicesdurham.ca/contact

Anyone with information about this is asked to contact A/Det. Giguere of the Central West Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2765.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

The information in this press release contains facts and circumstances obtained from a police investigation. These allegations have yet to be proven in court.

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