Wellington County OPP have charged two different individuals after investigations into recent sexual assaults.
On June 15 and June 18, police received reports from 2 victims that had been sexually assaulted, both in Wellington North. Following an investigation, police have charged a 19-year-old Harriston man with two counts of sexual assault. He is scheduled to go before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 8 to answer to the charges.
Additionally, on June 19, officers were called at 6:30 p.m. to a disturbance at a business in Wellington North. It was reported that a bystander was subduing an individual after the individual was seen sexually assaulting a victim. Officers arrived and commenced an investigation.
As a result, a 44-year-old from Wellington North has been charged with one count of sexual assault and uttering threats. The accused was held pending a bail hearing.
Victims of sexual assault are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources listed below that are available to help:
· Victim Services Wellington: 519-824-1212
· Sexual Assault / Domestic Violence Care and Treatment Centre: 519-837-6440
· Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis: 519-836-1110 or 1-800-265-7233
