Windsor Man Faces Multiple Charges in Minor Sexual Assault Case
A Windsor man has been charged with multiple offences following a disturbing investigation into the sexual assault of a minor that allegedly began through an online encounter. The Windsor Police Service's child abuse and sexual assault unit has been leading this sensitive investigation since January 11, 2024.
Online Meeting Leads to Serious Charges
According to police reports, the investigation began after authorities received information about a 15-year-old girl who had been sexually assaulted by a man she initially met through social media. The connection reportedly began when the girl posted an item for sale online, and the suspect contacted her through this posting.
Police allege that the 69-year-old suspect later brought the underage girl to his residence in the 2300 block of Meldrum Avenue. At this location, investigators say he provided the minor with marijuana edibles before engaging in sexual activity with her. The age of consent in Canada is 16 years old, making any sexual activity with a 15-year-old illegal regardless of consent.
Comprehensive Police Investigation
The Windsor Police Service executed a search warrant on January 26, 2024, at the suspect's residence. During this operation, officers from both the child abuse and sexual assault unit and the internet exploitation unit seized multiple electronic devices, including computers and external storage devices.
Investigators determined that sexual images had been exchanged electronically between the suspect and the minor. Following the alleged assault, the young victim was transported to a hospital for medical treatment and support services.
Multiple Serious Charges Filed
The 69-year-old Windsor man now faces an extensive list of charges, including:
- Two counts of sexual assault
- Two counts of sexual interference
- Two counts of invitation to sexual touching
- Obtaining sexual services from a person under 18
- Luring a child
- Possession of child sexual abuse and exploitation material
- Exposure to a person under 16
- Distributing cannabis to a young person
Support Services Available for Victims
The Windsor Police Service emphasizes that their child abuse and sexual assault unit employs a trauma-informed approach when investigating such sensitive cases. The unit works closely with victims, Crown prosecutors, and community partners to support survivors throughout both the investigative process and any subsequent court proceedings.
Police are encouraging anyone with additional information about this case to contact the Windsor Police Service child abuse and sexual assault unit directly. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers.
For individuals affected by similar circumstances who require support, Victim Services Windsor Essex County and the victim assistance unit at Windsor Police are available to provide confidential assistance and resources.
