Male Arrested in Historical Sexual Assault

A 66-year-old male has been arrested for sexual assaults occurring from 1996 to present.

In February, 2024, members of the DRPS Central West Criminal Investigations Branch started an investigation into historical sexual assaults involving a minor. The victim, now an adult, came forward to police to report a history of sexual assaults that had taken place between the years of 1996 to present. As a result of the investigation, the male was arrested by police on October 9, 2024.

A 66-year-old male from Oshawa is charged with numerous offences, including: Sexual Assault x4 and Sexual Exploitation.

He was held for a bail hearing.

The name of the accused is not being released in order to protect the identity of the victim. Police believe this to be isolated.

Sexual abuse can take many forms and can often times make victims feel isolated and alone. To help alleviate the stress for victims coming forward, DRPS works in conjunction with Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Care Centre and Victim Services to create a supportive environment where victims voices are heard and valued. If you are a victim of sexual assault, please call police at 905-579-1520.

If you need support but aren't ready to contact the police, you can reach out to Victim Services of Durham Region for confidential assistance 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. 1852.

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 media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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