Ottawa teacher charged with sexual assault against minors

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Ottawa police car is seen on a road. (Ottawa Police Services)

By Mike Lacasse

Posted Jul 20, 2024 07:43:15 AM.

Last Updated Jul 22, 2024 09:34:37 AM.

The Ottawa Police service have charged a local teacher for sexual assaults against minors.

They say the assaults happened at Ottawa-based programs and schools since 2019.

Police say the 37-year-old teacher has been charged with sexual assault, voyeurism, sexual exploitation and telecommunication with a person under the age of 18 for a specific criminal offence.

He is scheduled to appear in court on Saturday.

Investigators say they believe there could be other victims.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5944. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS).

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