Manuel Marroquin-Ramirez, the former City of Orillia aquatic supervisor facing sex crimes charges, has signed a peace bond on a separate charge, court documents reveal. The development adds a new layer to the ongoing legal proceedings against the 42-year-old, who was originally arrested in 2025 on allegations involving minors.
The peace bond, signed on June 8, 2026, requires Marroquin-Ramirez to keep the peace and be of good behavior for a period of 12 months. The specific charge leading to the bond has not been disclosed, but sources indicate it is unrelated to the sex crimes allegations. The bond also includes conditions that restrict his contact with certain individuals and require him to report to authorities as directed.
Background of the Case
Marroquin-Ramirez was first charged in late 2025 with multiple counts of sexual assault and sexual interference involving two minors. The alleged incidents occurred between 2018 and 2020, during his tenure as an aquatic supervisor at the Orillia Recreation Centre. He was suspended from his position shortly after the charges were laid and has been on administrative leave since.
In March 2026, additional charges were filed, including possession of child pornography and making sexually explicit material available to a minor. These charges are still pending and have not yet gone to trial. The peace bond signed this week pertains to a separate matter that came to light during the investigation.
Court Proceedings
During a brief appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie on June 8, Marroquin-Ramirez agreed to the peace bond without admitting guilt. His lawyer, Sarah Thompson, stated that the bond was a practical resolution to a minor allegation that would not have led to significant penalties. “My client is focused on defending the more serious charges and is cooperating fully with the legal process,” Thompson said outside the courtroom.
The Crown prosecutor, James Liu, confirmed that the peace bond resolves the separate charge but emphasized that the main sex crimes case remains active. “The allegations are grave, and we are committed to seeing them through to trial,” Liu said. The next court date for the sex crimes charges is scheduled for September 2026.
Community Impact
The case has shaken the Orillia community, where Marroquin-Ramirez was a well-known figure. Many parents whose children participated in aquatic programs have expressed concern. The City of Orillia has since implemented new safety protocols for staff interacting with minors, including enhanced background checks and mandatory reporting training.
“We want to ensure that our facilities are safe for everyone,” said Mayor Amy Cote in a statement. “We are cooperating fully with the investigation and have taken steps to prevent such incidents in the future.” The city has also offered counseling services to anyone affected by the allegations.
As the legal process unfolds, Marroquin-Ramirez remains out of custody on bail with conditions that include no contact with minors and surrendering his passport. The peace bond adds further restrictions but does not alter his bail status.
