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58-year-old charged for sexual assault of a minor

A 58-year-old from Erin has been arrested and charged in connection to a sexual assault of a minor.

Wellington County OPP started the investigation in December after reports of sexual assaults that happened between May and September 2023, at a residence in the County of Wellington.

The 58-year-old was charged with sexual assault on a person under 16 years of age, indecent act, and sexual interference.

Police said the accused was also charged with distributing cannabis to a person under 18 years of age.

The accused was set to be held in custody for a bail hearing.

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

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